DCO Consents Consultant

Due to continuing success and major project wins, SLR Consulting is seeking to grow its DCO planning and consent management team with the a appointment of a DCO Consents Management Consultant. We are working on the delivery of some of the most significant energy transition projects in the UK. This is an opportunity to join major projects early in the process and have an influential role in their delivery.

Overview of team / business area
You will join an experienced Major Projects team based within the Planning and EIA function of the business delivering large energy infrastructure projects, particularly linear infrastructure, such as electrical cables, transmission lines and hydrogen pipelines.

We are looking to make appointments for projects starting in October 2025.

The role
You will play a significant role in supporting the delivery of NSIP projects, working closely with Senior DCO Consent Managers, EIA Project Managers, technical EIA specialists, and specialist partners.
Working collaboratively with clients, colleagues and project partners across the UK you will undertake the following:

• Provide specialist consent support and develop and execute consenting strategies for major energy transition infrastructure projects;
• Support with client and partner communications for projects;
• Identify and escalate key risks, decisions and issues to the Project Manager, DCO Consent Manager and client with recommendations for how they can be managed;
• Take responsibility for the quality and delivery of assigned DCO consent deliverables;
• Interface with project stakeholders including engineers, land agents, consultation specialists and lawyers.
• Develop relationships with external project stakeholders, such as local planning authorities, Planning Inspectorate, and key statutory consultees.

About us

SLR is a global leader in environmental and advisory solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with 4000+ employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. Our ‘one team’ culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a
company pension plus
excellent healthcare offering
,
travel and life insurance
and a
structured career framework
with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 day’s annual leave, with additional
flexible bank holidays
, we
offer flexible, agile and hybrid working
which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, with family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and home life.

About you

You will have gained experienced of working on and managing consenting aspects on major NSIP projects, ideally on a linear project and within the Power sector.

We are looking for someone with the following skills and experience:

• Experience of working on at least one large complex NSIP project;
• Developing knowledge and understanding of the DCO consenting regime, including national policy, the Planning Act and associated legislation, Planning Inspectorate advice and project case history;
• Evidence of being able to manage and develop client relationships;
• Experience of co-ordinating tasks with multidisciplinary teams;
• Experience of working with external stakeholders; and
• An eye for detail with an ability to deliver a wide spectrum of consenting documentation to a high standard for internal and client review.

Culture & Inclusion at SLR
We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional C&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all people regardless of their background can thrive.

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