Onshore DCO Lead for NSIP Delivery (Remote UK)

APEM Ltd; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in the UK is seeking an experienced Onshore Consent Lead to drive the consenting process for major infrastructure projects. The role involves overseeing the onshore elements of complex infrastructure projects and leading multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have proven experience in managing DCO processes and strong stakeholder management skills. This remote position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to influence a growing team while delivering impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Experience developing, mentoring and managing EIA teams.
• Chartered status (e.g. CEnv or equivalent) is a plus.
• Broader experience across environmental assessment disciplines is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead onshore DCO processes for major infrastructure schemes.
• Serve as the technical authority for consenting strategy and Environmental Statement delivery.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary technical teams.

Skills

Proven experience as onshore DCO lead for NSIP projects

Strong experience of linear infrastructure projects

Understanding of UK planning and environmental regulatory framework

Experience delivering complex infrastructure projects

Strong stakeholder management skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Full membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. ISEP, IES, RTPI)

Job description

A leading environmental consultancy in the UK is seeking an experienced Onshore Consent Lead to drive the consenting process for major infrastructure projects. The role involves overseeing the onshore elements of complex infrastructure projects and leading multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have proven experience in managing DCO processes and strong stakeholder management skills. This remote position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to influence a growing team while delivering impactful projects.