Director (Energy DCO's)

Penguin Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director for their Infrastructure Projects and Programmes Division. This role is pivotal in leading high-profile energy projects and shaping national infrastructure strategy. With a strong ethical ethos and B Corp certification, the consultancy offers a unique opportunity to work alongside industry leaders on significant projects. The position promotes a flexible hybrid working model, allowing you to contribute to sustainability-driven outcomes while enjoying a collaborative environment. If you're an experienced leader in the energy sector, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in energy and infrastructure sectors.
• Strong background in DCOs and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead energy and infrastructure projects, ensuring quality and growth.
• Drive business development and cultivate client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Business Development

Project Delivery

Client Relationship Management

Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs)

DCOs (Development Consent Orders)

Education

Chartered Status

Job description

Director - Energy Infrastructure (DCOs)
Location: Hybrid - Offices ideally in Cardiff, Birmingham, London or Manchester
Sector: Energy & Infrastructure Environmental & Planning Consultancy
Salary: 90,000 pa + Excellent Benefits Package

Are you an experienced leader in the infrastructure and energy sectors, with a strong track record in DCOs and major project delivery? Our client - a leading UK-based consultancy operating at the forefront of infrastructure, planning and environmental strategy - is seeking a Director to join their Infrastructure Projects and Programmes Division.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive high-profile energy projects and contribute to national infrastructure strategy, while also potentially stepping into Business Unit leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a portfolio of energy and infrastructure projects, with oversight of delivery, quality and growth.
  
• Drive business development and cultivate long-term client relationships with an established network of industry leaders.
  
• Shape sector strategies and contribute to company-wide planning and sustainability goals.
  
• Inspire and lead multidisciplinary teams, supporting performance, development and technical excellence.
  
• Manage revenue streams and report on business metrics within the Division.
  
• Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety, sustainability and internal policy frameworks.
  

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• At least 15 years of relevant industry experience, including senior leadership roles.
  
• A strong background in the energy sector - particularly DCOs, EIAs, and planning or consent processes.
  
• Proven capability in team leadership, project delivery, and client development.
  
• Chartered status (or working towards).
  
• Broad understanding of the environmental and sustainability landscape, and insight into infrastructure challenges and opportunities.
  

Why Apply?

This is a unique opportunity to join a purpose-led consultancy with a strong ethical ethos and B Corp certification. You'll work alongside industry leaders on nationally significant projects, contribute to sustainability-driven outcomes, and enjoy a flexible hybrid working model with multiple office locations.

Interested?

Contact Sofia Conte (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position