Technical Director - Built Heritage

Mattinson Partnership; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Technical Director to head their Heritage Planning division. This role entails working on classic heritage projects and engaging in Environmental Impact Assessments and Development Consent Orders on significant infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in heritage planning, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record in business development. This position offers competitive remuneration and the opportunity to make a real impact on heritage conservation.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in heritage planning and conservation.
• In-depth knowledge of EIA and DCO processes.
• Proven business development capabilities.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage heritage planning projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks.
• Conduct Environmental Impact Assessments and manage Development Consent Orders.
• Develop and maintain client relationships, identifying and securing new business opportunities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Provide strategic direction and technical expertise to junior team members.

Skills

Heritage planning

Environmental Impact Assessments

Business development

Leadership

Communication

Job description

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Technical Director – Heritage (London/York)

A multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Technical Director for their Heritage Planning division. This position offers a chance to work on classic built heritage projects while engaging in Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and Development Consent Orders (DCOs) on National Significant Infrastructure projects.

Imagine leading a team of experts in a dynamic environment where your expertise will be highly valued. As a Technical Director, you will have the autonomy to drive projects from inception to completion, ensuring the preservation and enhancement of historic sites. Your client‑facing skills will be pivotal in forging strong relationships, securing new business, and expanding the consultancy’s portfolio.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in heritage planning, with an understanding of EIA and DCO processes. A proven track record in business development is essential, as is the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams. Strong communication and leadership skills are paramount, enabling you to inspire both clients and colleagues alike.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage heritage planning projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks.
• Conduct Environmental Impact Assessments and manage Development Consent Orders.
• Develop and maintain client relationships, identifying and securing new business opportunities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality outcomes.
• Provide strategic direction and technical expertise to junior team members.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Extensive experience in heritage planning and conservation.
• In‑depth knowledge of EIA and DCO processes.
• Proven business development capabilities.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and client‑facing abilities.

This role promises a competitive remuneration, and the chance to make a tangible impact on heritage conservation.

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