Regional Lead Land Consents Surveyor

2 weeks ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Savills Full time
Role Overview

There is an exciting opportunity for an experienced land consents surveyor to join the Savills UK Infrastructure business to lead and further develop our team within Scotland.

Your focus will be on identifying business development opportunities and growing and leading a successful team within the region.

You will hold extensive experience of land consents, acquisitions and compensation claims working with clients across sectors with proven and recent experience in a management role.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and enhance the Scottish delivery team according to business targets, developing strong working relationships with partners and identifying business development opportunities (both internally and externally).
  • Support all aspects of Infrastructure and Utilities Land Consents delivery ranging from small scale negotiations to large scale utilities projects in rural and city locations within Scotland.
  • Act as a Subject Matter Expert/Senior Advisor across the region for all team members
  • Ensure effective client and stakeholder communications
  • Work collaboratively with other Savills teams (e.g. Land Referencing, Major Projects) to ensure deliverables are achieved
  • Manage financial performance and reporting within the region for all clients
  • Report and analyse the regional team's progress to Infrastructure business Board, which you will be a member of.
  • As part of this role, you are also expected identify business development opportunities (both internally and externally).
Key Skills

  • Experience in managing and growing teams (line management, recruitment, training, implementation of best practices).
  • A demonstrable track record in the successful development and implementation of consents within the infrastructure industry
  • A detailed understanding of land access processes and legislative requirements
  • A good understanding of landowner compensation claims
  • Have good knowledge of agriculture and rural affairs
  • Awareness of necessary IT systems and GIS
  • Relevant qualification (AssocRICS, MRICS, APM, etc.)
  • A high level of diligence and attention to detail
  • Ability to work efficiently within a multidisciplinary integrated delivery team.
Team Overview

The Infrastructure Projects team is a single department covering the whole of the UK.

It consists of over 60 staff located throughout the country at entry level to those with over 30 years' experience.

We specialise in Infrastructure and Utilities clients and projects and are passionate about the high levels of service and collaborative working with our clients.


Management Responsibilities

  • Set clear objectives and mange performance accordingly2. Conduct regular 121's and appraisals3. Provide equal opportunities to all, supporting career development4. Role model professional behaviours5. Deliver exceptional recruitment experiences, in line with company strategy
Find out more about Savills offer

Recruitment agencies

Savills only pay agency fees where we have a signed agreement in place and that agency has been previously contacted and directed by a member of our recruitment team.

We do not pay agency fees when speculative and unsolicited CVs are submitted to Savills or any of our employees other than via our careers website and through our recruitment process.

If this is not adhered to, agency fees will not be paid.

Submission of any unsolicited CVs or proposals to Savills will be deemed evidence of full and unlimited acceptance of this approach.



  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Woodhouse Property Recruitment Full time

    I'm currently working with a leading independent firm of construction consultants, and they are looking to add a Chartered Building Surveyor to their Edinburgh Commercial Building Surveying Team. The team works on Commercial fit-out/ refurb projects as well as a selection of mixed-use, residential and retail. They have a very impressive client list with the...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Spencer Ogden Full time

    If you want to know about the requirements for this role, read on for all the relevant information.Spencer Ogden is partnered with an international Renewables consultancy at the forefront of energy innovation across offshore wind, marine renewables, hydrogen, and carbon capture. Due to the recent growth within the business, their Environmental unit is...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Diageo Full time

    Job Description :Voyager Supply Finance Functional Process LeadLevel: L4AReports To: Supply Chain and procurement Finance DirectorDepartment: Voyager Business Transformation ProgrammeContext/Scope:The Process & Design Tower is part of the Voyager Programme with the strategic objective of transforming Diageo's business capabilities, using data & digital...

  • Site Manager

    3 days ago


    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Coalesce Management Consulting Full time

    Coalesce Management Consultancy (CMC) have a consulting assignment available for a Site manager to work on a 50 MW BESS project based in the Edinburgh .Like the look of this opportunity Make sure to apply fast, as a high volume of applications is expected Scroll down to read the complete job description.CMC provide expert engineering solutions on an...

  • Director Marketing

    2 days ago


    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom ConMed Corporation Full time

    Ensure you read the information regarding this opportunity thoroughly before making an application.PURPOSEThe Director Marketing and Business Development, Foot & Ankle (F&A), International will have responsibility for the growth of the F&A portfolio in the International regions. You will partner very closely with the US based teams for core upstream projects...

  • Audit manager

    2 weeks ago


    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Hays-gcj-v4-pd-online Full time

    Your newpany This international CA firm are currently looking to recruit a CA Qualified Audit Professional to support the firm as they continue to grow from strength to strength in their audit service offerings. The firm has a number of blue chip clients across the region and integrity is at the heart of the firm's ethos. Priding themselves on providing...

  • Tax Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom KPMG Full time

    Job descriptionFinancial Services Tax Manager (Banking) – CTAC (Corporate Tax Advisory & Compliance)Base Location: London is the main hub however we are open to regional candidates as well.The KPMG Corporate Tax team is a cornerstone of our business. Operating from London we do work that matters, serving the region with diligence and expertise.KPMG is one...

  • Housing Officer

    3 weeks ago


    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Pinnacle Group Full time

    Pinnacle Group provides people-first, integrated services across a range of community-facing assets and infrastructure - including multi-tenure housing, schools, open spaces, public buildings, utilities and broadband networks - as well as a range of complementary employment and wellbeing outcomes. Across the UK, Pinnacle supports over 300,000 homes, 200...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom SGN Full time

    Records Control Assistant (Sketcher)(12-month Fixed-term Contract/Secondment)Location: EdinburghSalary: £29k - £34.8k per annum (Dependent on skills & qualifications)Reference: REQ3815 There is an opportunity for the position of Records Control Assistant, based in Edinburgh but covering the East Region and reporting to the Operational Planner.I keep people...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom CGI Full time

    Job order - J(Apply online only) - Permanent Full TimeTitle Geospatial Software Architect Category Architecture City UK Wide, UK Wide - Various, United Kingdom Job Description Geospatial Software Architect Position Description Elevate your potential with CGI, a global technology service provider and premier business consultancy recognized by Forbes...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom RSM Full time

    London; Bristol; Edinburgh; Gatwick; Glasgow; Guildford; Leeds; Liverpool; Manchester; Milton Keynes; Newcastle; Reading; Birmingham As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions -- we have a clear...

  • Head of Sales

    4 days ago


    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Heritage Portfolio Limited Full time

    LOCATION: Edinburgh | SALARY: Competitive salary plus benefits | TYPE: Full time, 18mth FTCAre you an experienced sales professional with a passion for events and a proactive mindset?Are you the right candidate for this opportunity Make sure to read the full description below.Heritage Portfolio have an exciting 18-month FTC opportunity for an experienced...

  • Actuarial Analyst

    2 days ago


    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom MAZARS LIMITED Full time

    Mazars is an engine for rapid and consistent career progression, offering individually designed career paths that help you pursue your interests, match your changing needs, and explore your true potential. We work with diverse, prestigious clients across a range of sectors and geographies, giving you the opportunity to constantly update and grow your skills...

  • Business Manager

    4 weeks ago


    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Research Data Scotland Full time

    Do you believe in the power of data to improve people's lives and know that working with the public is vital to our mission? Research Data Scotland needs youWe have an exciting opportunity to work in a multifaceted Business Management role to support the delivery of exemplary governance and operational excellence. This role works with stakeholders at every...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom State Street Full time

    Our Company State Street Corporation (NYSE: STT) is the world's leading provider of financial services to institutional investors including investment servicing, investment management and investment research and trading. State Street operates in 29 countries and more than 100 geographic markets and employs over 32,000 worldwide. For more information, visit...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom HSBC Full time

    Job Title: Senior Project Manager Migration ProjectDuration: Dec 2024Location: Edinburgh / Hybrid Pay Rate: Competitive Via PAYE or Umbrella / Inside IR35Check all associated application documentation thoroughly before clicking on the apply button at the bottom of this description.Role Purpose:This role is responsible for E2E project management and delivery...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom RSM Full time

    As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions -- we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom RSM Full time

    As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions -- we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Savills Full time

    Role Overview There is an exciting opportunity for an experienced land consents surveyor to join the Savills UK Infrastructure business to lead and further develop our team within Scotland. Your focus will be on identifying business development opportunities and growing and leading a successful team within the region. You will hold extensive experience of...

  • Land Surveyor

    4 weeks ago


    Edinburgh, United Kingdom MGR Recruitment Ltd Full time

    **-Senior Land Surveyor** **-Glasgow/Edinburgh** **-£24k-37k (Depending on Level)** An exciting opportunity for both a Land Surveyor and a Senior Land Surveyor to join an established team within the Central Belt. The client currently have an office in Northern Scotland and have won frameworks for some long-term projects in the Central Belt so are looking...

  • Land Consultant

    4 weeks ago


    Edinburgh, United Kingdom WSP Full time

    In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world. When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong. See what WSP stands for in 2024 and beyond This is an...

  • Land Title Searcher

    4 weeks ago


    Edinburgh, United Kingdom WSP Full time

    Our Scotland Land Team is made up of land consultants, property specialists, utility and topographical surveyors and engagement specialists working across our Edinburgh, Glasgow and Perth offices. - We work closely with our Land colleagues across the UK and Ireland delivering land services on a variety of projects across the Transport, Energy, Rail, Active...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom RSPB Full time

    We have an opportunity for an Assistant Rural Surveyor to join the RSPB Scotland’s Land Team.The successful applicant will become part of a team of 7 Rural Surveyors. RSPB will support youin gaining your RICS qualification, and provide in-house training and support as well assupporting external training and CPD opportunities. The role is based in our...

  • Project Surveyor

    3 weeks ago


    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Ernest Gordon Recruitment Full time

    Project Surveyor (Consultancy / Cost) Benefits: Hybrid, Progression, Training, Company Benefits Are you a Project / Cost Surveyor or similar with experience working within a consultancy looking to head up a big variety of technically exciting projects, for a forward thinking and market leading company that will give you the autonomy to make your mark,...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Orion Full time

    Job description Great opportunity to work as a Project Consent Lead for a major Operator on a significant offshore wind development project in the North Sea. The objective of the role includes achieving buildable consent, securing a uniform approach to authorities, regulators and collaborators within the project, and optimising the project consent team...

  • Building Surveyor

    7 days ago


    Edinburgh, United Kingdom The National Trust for Scotland Full time

    **Who we are** The National Trust for Scotland is an independent charity set up in 1931 for the preservation and conservation of natural and human heritage significant to Scotland and the world. The National Building Conservation Team are a forward-looking team of buildings professionals who are passionate about caring for the Trust’s diverse portfolio...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Taylor Hopkinson Limited Full time

    Offshore Consents Advisor required for a major offshore wind developer based in Scotland Responsibilities Lead distinct elements of the offshore consents and environment activities for the Offshore Wind Farm Project. Work with the Offshore Consents Manager and wider consents team to deliver licence applications or variations to existing consents where...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Taylor Hopkinson | Powered by Brunel Full time

    Offshore Consents Advisor required for a major offshore wind developer based in Scotland Responsibilities Lead distinct elements of the offshore consents and environment activities for the Offshore Wind Farm Project. Work with the Offshore Consents Manager and wider consents team to deliver licence applications or variations to existing consents where...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Taylor Hopkinson Limited Full time

    Offshore Consents Advisor required for a major offshore wind developer based in Scotland Responsibilities Lead distinct elements of the offshore consents and environment activities for the Offshore Wind Farm Project. Work with the Offshore Consents Manager and wider consents team to deliver licence applications or variations to existing consents where...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Taylor Hopkinson Limited Full time

    Offshore Consents Advisor required for a major offshore wind developer based in ScotlandResponsibilitiesLead distinct elements of the offshore consents and environment activities for the Offshore Wind Farm Project.Work with the Offshore Consents Manager and wider consents team to deliver licence applications or variations to existing consents where...


  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom Taylor Hopkinson | Powered by Brunel Full time

    Offshore Consents Advisor Offshore Consents Advisor required for a major offshore wind developer based in Scotland. Responsibilities Lead distinct elements of the offshore consents and environment activities for the Offshore Wind Farm Project. Work with the Offshore Consents Manager and wider consents team to deliver licence applications or variations...

  • Project Consent Lead

    3 weeks ago


    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Orion Group Full time

    Great opportunity to work as a Project Consent Lead for a major Operator on a significant offshore wind development project in the North Sea.The objective of the role includes achieving buildable consent, securing a uniform approach to authorities, regulators and collaborators within the project, and optimising the project consent team management and...

  • Project Consent Lead

    3 weeks ago


    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Orion Group Full time

    Great opportunity to work as a Project Consent Lead for a major Operator on a significant offshore wind development project in the North Sea.The objective of the role includes achieving buildable consent, securing a uniform approach to authorities, regulators and collaborators within the project, and optimising the project consent team management and...

  • Project Consent Lead

    4 weeks ago


    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Orion Group Full time

    Great opportunity to work as a Project Consent Lead for a major Operator on a significant offshore wind development project in the North Sea.The objective of the role includes achieving buildable consent, securing a uniform approach to authorities, regulators and collaborators within the project, and optimising the project consent team management and...

  • Project Consent Lead

    4 weeks ago


    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Orion Group Full time

    Great opportunity to work as a Project Consent Lead for a major Operator on a significant offshore wind development project in the North Sea.The objective of the role includes achieving buildable consent, securing a uniform approach to authorities, regulators and collaborators within the project, and optimising the project consent team management and...

  • Project Consent Lead

    4 weeks ago


    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Orion Group Full time

    Great opportunity to work as a Project Consent Lead for a major Operator on a significant offshore wind development project in the North Sea. The objective of the role includes achieving buildable consent, securing a uniform approach to authorities, regulators and collaborators within the project, and optimising the project consent team management and...

  • Project Consent Lead

    3 weeks ago


    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Orion Group Full time

    Great opportunity to work as a Project Consent Lead for a major Operator on a significant offshore wind development project in the North Sea. The objective of the role includes achieving buildable consent, securing a uniform approach to authorities, regulators and collaborators within the project, and optimising the project consent team management and...

  • Project Consent Lead

    1 month ago


    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Orion Group Full time

    Great opportunity to work as a Project Consent Lead for a major Operator on a significant offshore wind development project in the North Sea. The objective of the role includes achieving buildable consent, securing a uniform approach to authorities, regulators and collaborators within the project, and optimising the project consent team management and...