Land Referencing Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Land Referencing Manager to join our Infrastructure team playing a key role in the successful delivery of major projects across the infrastructure energy utilities and regeneration sectors.

Whilst our Land Referencing team has a strong presence in Birmingham we are open to applications from experienced professionals based anywhere in the UK. This role can be aligned to any Carter Jonas office supported by flexible and hybrid working arrangements enabling you to balance home office and project commitments.

This is a varied and impactful role combining hands-on technical delivery with people leadership quality assurance and innovation. As Land Referencing Manager you will lead and develop a growing team of land referencing professionals ensuring the highest standards of delivery across nationally significant infrastructure projects. You will play a key role in shaping best practice driving continuous improvement and supporting the evolution of Carter Jonas digital land referencing capability.

We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package including a range of flexible options such as the ability to purchase additional leave health cash plans and a cycle-to-work scheme. We are committed to agile working and empowering our people to work in a way that delivers exceptional outcomes for clients whilst supporting their personal commitments and wellbeing.

Main Tasks

• Leading and supporting land referencing activities across CPO DCO TWAO and GVD schemes
• Undertaking ownership identification title analysis and reconciliation of land interests
• Preparing and reviewing Books of Reference land plans schedules and statutory documentation
• Ensuring consistency and accuracy between GIS datasets plans and written schedules
• Supporting quality assurance processes including peer review and audit readiness
• Providing technical guidance mentoring and support to junior land referencers
• Collaborating with surveyors land agents legal teams and clients to resolve complex land issues
• Supporting the implementation and continuous improvement of digital systems and processes

What will it take to be successful

We are seeking an established Land Referencing Manager or a Senior Land Referencer with proven line management responsibility who is looking to take the next step in their career within a growing national Infrastructure team.

Youll work on some of the UKs most significant infrastructure energy and regeneration projects helping clients navigate complex consenting and land assembly processes.

You will have experience working on CPO DCO TWAO or GVD schemes alongside a good knowledge of relevant legislation and GIS-supported workflows. A high level of accuracy attention to detail and a proactive solutions-focused approach are essential.

You will also be a confident communicator comfortable working with multidisciplinary teams mentoring others and building strong client relationships with a commercial mindset and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.

Required Experience:

Manager