Senior Land Manager

Job Description

Senior Land Manager – Strategic Infrastructure Delivery
Location: Glasgow, Perth, Inverness, Aberdeen (Hybrid working available)

Overview

Are you ready to play a key role in shaping the future of energy infrastructure in Scotland? We are seeking a Senior Land Manager to support the delivery of nationally significant energy projects. This is a unique opportunity to lead the acquisition and management of land and property rights critical to the development of major capital projects. You will work within a dynamic and high profile portfolio, balancing strategic land assembly with effective stakeholder engagement to ensure the long term resilience and growth of the energy network.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement land and property rights strategies across a defined region to support the delivery of large scale infrastructure projects.
• Lead land assembly efforts, ensuring the acquisition, management, and maintenance of rights to mitigate risks and safeguard future network security.
• Oversee negotiations with landowners for voluntary agreements and manage statutory processes, including necessary wayleaves and compulsory purchase orders.
• Coordinate land referencing, data integrity, and multidisciplinary inputs required for statutory applications and supporting documentation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders, including landowners, tenants, agents, developers, local authorities, and government bodies.
• Provide expert advice on land rights, access, valuation, and compensation matters.

Day to Day

• Collaborate with project teams to identify and secure land rights required for infrastructure projects.
• Engage with landowners and stakeholders to negotiate agreements and resolve disputes.
• Manage statutory processes, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Provide strategic advice to internal teams on land related risks and opportunities.
• Monitor and maintain accurate records of land rights and associated documentation.
• Represent the organisation in meetings with external stakeholders, including local authorities and government bodies.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Scottish landownership systems and practical land management considerations.
• In depth knowledge of land and property rights, including wayleaves, servitudes, and land acquisition processes.
• Solid understanding of relevant legislation, such as the Electricity Act 1989, Land Compensation Act 1973, and Compulsory Purchase Act 1965.
• Awareness of energy network structures, governance, and operational contexts.
• Professional membership (or working towards membership) of RICS Rural Professional Group, CAAV, or an equivalent body.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from £60,000 to £70,000.
• Car or cash allowance.
• Performance related bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension contributions and additional perks.
• Hybrid working model, offering flexibility to balance office and remote work.
• Opportunity to contribute to nationally significant energy infrastructure projects.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role.

If you are a skilled land management professional with a passion for delivering impactful infrastructure projects, we encourage you to apply and join a team dedicated to driving Scotland’s energy future.