Senior Land Referencer – Infrastructure

Hugo Reeves; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property consultancy in Birmingham seeks a Senior Land Referencer to manage the land referencing process for major infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a background in Geography or Planning, experience with GIS software, and the ability to mentor junior colleagues. This role offers career progression and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience producing Order Plans and similar documentation.
• Understanding of compulsory purchase frameworks like TWA or CPO Act.
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full land referencing process for infrastructure projects.
• Geo-reference and digitise features using ArcGIS.
• Conduct desktop referencing of affected parties.

Skills

GIS software expertise

Land ownership data management

Stakeholder communication

Document quality-checking

Education

Relevant degree in Geography or Planning

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

Job title: Senior Land Referencer – Infrastructure

Salary range: Up to £40,000

Location: Birmingham

Job Type: Full time

About the Company: Join the market-leading infrastructure division of a nationally recognised property consultancy, renowned for delivering on some of the UK’s biggest and most complex infrastructure schemes. With a collaborative and forward-thinking culture, this firm prides itself on giving every team member a voice, supporting continued development, and promoting from within.

The Job: This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Land Referencing professional to play a key role within a growing infrastructure hub. You’ll support nationally significant infrastructure projects, managing the full land referencing process while mentoring junior colleagues and helping shape the future success of the division.

Key Responsibilities:

• Geo-reference and digitise features from CAD and paper plans using ArcGIS
• Conduct desktop and contact referencing of affected parties
• Collect, interpret, and manage land ownership and stakeholder data within internal systems
• Verify and update mapping layers to maintain data accuracy
• Produce and quality-check legal documentation such as Order Plans, Books of Reference, Notices, and Schedules
• Carry out site visits, including door-knocking exercises and serving notices
• Communicate professionally and empathetically with the public and clients
• Support workload management and task allocation within the team
• Assist with timesheet and invoicing processes
• Attend client and stakeholder meetings

What We’re Looking For:

• Relevant degree in Geography, Planning or related field — or equivalent hands-on industry experience
• Proven experience producing Order Plans, Books of Reference, Notices, and Schedules
• Strong capability in GIS software (ideally ArcGIS)
• Understanding of compulsory purchase frameworks (e.g. TWA, CPO Act, Planning Act)
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior team members
• Full UK driving licence with willingness to travel

Why Join?

• Work on nationally significant infrastructure schemes
• Supportive environment with real scope for progression into consultancy and leadership
• A collaborative culture where ideas are heard and valued

To apply today contact Lee Tiff: [e-mail] | M: 07389 001988 | T: 0121 769 3411