Director (energy Dco's)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director for its Infrastructure Projects and Programmes Division. This role offers the chance to lead high-profile energy projects and contribute to national infrastructure strategy. With a strong ethical ethos and B Corp certification, this consultancy provides a unique opportunity to work on nationally significant projects while enjoying a flexible hybrid working model. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in the energy sector, particularly with DCOs, and a passion for sustainability. If you are ready to inspire multidisciplinary teams and shape sector strategies, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in energy and infrastructure sectors.
• Strong leadership and project delivery capabilities.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership in Energy Sector

Project Delivery

Client Development

DCOs and EIAs

Sustainability Knowledge

Education

Chartered Status or Working Towards

Job description

Director - Energy Infrastructure (DCOs)
Location: Hybrid - Offices ideally in Cardiff, Birmingham, London or Manchester
Sector: Energy & Infrastructure | Environmental & Planning Consultancy
Salary: GBP90,000 pa + Excellent Benefits Package

Role Overview

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 specializing in infrastructure, planning, and environmental strategy, is seeking a Director to join their Infrastructure Projects and Programmes Division.

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

Key Responsibilities

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

The Ideal Candidate

1. At least 15 years of relevant industry experience, including senior leadership roles.
2. A strong background in the energy sector, particularly DCOs, EIAs, and planning or consent processes.
3. Proven capability in team leadership, project delivery, and client development.
4. Chartered status or working towards it.
5. Broad understanding of the environmental and sustainability landscape, with 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 will 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 or call us. 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.