Head of Onshore Consents

Glasgow Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

In this role, you will lead the onshore consents and environment function for SSEN Transmission, shaping the strategy to deliver EIA work and secure statutory consents for a major portfolio of projects. You will guide a large, cross-disciplinary team, influence policy, and embed robust approaches that support investment decisions and the net-zero transition. You will manage onshore routing, site selection, and consenting strategies while ensuring governance and value for money. This is a chance to influence policy, collaborate with government and regulators, and drive delivery at scale.

Pay / Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare
Gym membership discounts
Free online GP
24/7 counselling service
Cycle to Work scheme
Maternity and adoption pay

Responsibilities

Set and lead onshore routing, site selection, environmental assessment and consenting strategies to secure statutory consents
Lead and develop a large multi-disciplinary team with emphasis on safety, quality and delivery
Provide senior oversight of environmental and consenting activities across early project lifecycle to manage risk and scheduling
Build relationships with government departments, planning authorities, statutory consultees and environmental NGOs; represent SSEN Transmission in senior forums
Oversee onshore consenting procedures, consultancy frameworks, budgets, performance reporting and governance compliance

Key requirements

In-depth knowledge of Scottish Environmental Impact Assessment, spatial planning and environmental consenting
Proven experience leading large multi-disciplinary teams and delivering complex projects
Strong commercial awareness including contract and financial management, consultancy frameworks and governance
Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills with senior stakeholders in government and legal teams
Degree in an environmental or planning discipline and membership of IEMA or RTPI