Land Rights Project Manager

Matchtech Group; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Group, on behalf of a leading energy sector client, is seeking a Land Rights Project Manager for a contract role across the UK with a hybrid working model.

The role will lead a multidisciplinary team through land acquisition, negotiations, and regulatory processes, ensuring delivery of complex infrastructure projects in land, planning, and external affairs. Strong leadership and stakeholder skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in managing large-scale land projects.
• Ability to guide and support a diverse team of professionals.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant degree in a related field and RICS membership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guide land rights specialists from inception to completion, incl. acquisitions.
• Provide expert advice and technical support to the team.
• Lead surveyors and land officers for major infra builds.
• Act as expert witness in inquiries and related cases.
• Implement Land Rights Strategy across projects.
• Report progress, milestones, risks, and finances to stakeholders.
• Manage internal and external stakeholder relationships and communications.
• Support Head of ETNI/SINI Land Teams in delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Team guidance

Education

Degree in land/planning/related field

RICS membership (preferred)

Tools

GIS software

MS Project/Primavera

Job description

Our client, a leader in the energy sector, is seeking a dedicated Land Rights Project Manager for a contract role based across the UK, with a hybrid working model. This position is key to supporting the UK's ambition to achieve a net zero carbon footprint by 2050, specifically focusing on the development and delivery of new infrastructure projects within the Land, Planning, and External Affairs department.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide a diverse team of land rights specialists, overseeing projects from inception to completion, including land acquisition and community negotiations
• Provide expert advice and technical support to team members
• Lead a team of surveyors and land officers for major new infrastructure builds
• Act as an expert witness in Public Inquiries, Compulsory Purchase, and Land Tribunal cases
• Implement National Grid's Land Rights Strategy consistently and economically
• Report on project progress, key milestones, risks, and financial matters to stakeholders
• Manage internal and external stakeholder relationships and effectively communicate complex ideas
• Support the Head of ETNI/SINI Land Teams in project delivery
• Provide technical advice to National Grid's Land Team and the broader project team
• Liaise with stakeholders, external suppliers, and third parties to achieve project objectives
• Attend relevant meetings and forums as required

Job Requirements

• Significant experience in managing large-scale, complex land projects
• Proven ability to provide guidance and support within a team setting
• Strong communication skills, capable of handling conflict situations and advising team members
• Excellent project management skills with a keen understanding of land rights and acquisitions
• Relevant professional qualifications preferred (e.g., Member of the RICS, project management certifications)
• Relevant degree in a related field

If you are a lands professional with a robust background in managing complex land projects and wish to contribute to a greener future, we would love to hear from you.