Land Referencing Manager

Posted 19 days ago

carter jonasBirmingham (AL)

Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians Surveying and Mapping (except Geophysical) Services

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About the role

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.
You'll work on some of the UK's 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.

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