Job Description

WSP is one of the UK's largest Land services consultancies and is looking to broaden and strengthen

its team of experienced land and property professionals across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity

to become part of our Land team in the delivery of land referencing, landowner engagement,

consultation management, land access, wayleaves and consents and negotiations, statutory orders,

valuation, compensation agreements and land acquisition in support of strategic infrastructure

development projects across Ireland and the UK.

We support high-profile infrastructure projects across the Energy, Water, Road, Rail and Local Authority

sectors such as East West Rail, Heathrow, as well as HS2 and many other high-profile infrastructure

development schemes in GB. Many of our Energy projects are critical for the deployment of renewable

energy, helping Ireland and the UK economies to achieve Net Zero carbon emissions.

To find out more about our Land business, click on the following link and discover what awaits you at

WSP: https://www.wsp.com/en-GB/services/land-referencing-and-land-assembly

Responsibilities

Be part of the Land team in India (Bengaluru / Noida), work in close collaboration with the UK Land team, delivering high-profile projects for private and public sector clients across the UK. Contribute towards growing our Land discipline activities within our India-based team, working in close collaboration with colleagues in the UK to deliver high-quality, integrated outcomes.
In this role, as an Prncipal Land Referencer in the Land Services discipline, your goal will be delivery of detailed, high quality land ownership information to our clients. Land team gathersthis information by searching various databases, researching land registry records, and examining Ordnance Survey maps. Our clients develop major highway, rail, energy, and water infrastructure for which they need Government approval. You will work as part of a team of Land Consultants liaising with landowners who may be affected by the development and delivering the necessary information required to notify, gain access and subsequently compensate them for the impact caused by the scheme.
Undertake land referencing activities including Land Registry and Property Registration Authority research, desktop research, questionnaire analysis, landowner liaison (as applicable), archival investigations to identify all legal land interests and rights in land and manage information in databases and GIS.
Identify legal land interests and rights, managing relevant data within databases and GIS systems. Review affected landowners and rightsholders and negotiate access for survey purposes.
Support the team in securing and acquiring appropriate land rights for large scale development

projects as well as prepare supporting documentation for negotiating Heads of Terms to secure land for projects in a timely fashion, utilising the appropriate mechanism.

Your work will also support our teams in the delivery of land access, land agreements, landowner engagement, stakeholder engagement, and in supporting projects through to the consenting stages.

Project Management & Delivery:

Managing technical delivery of land referencing projects for the GCC Land team to the highest quality standards.
Set clear roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations for all team member
Develop and implement strategies that align with organisational and framework objectives.
Oversee the planning and execution of projects focused on Geospatial Analytics and Data Engineering.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring they align with business goals.
Ensure timely delivery of high-quality results, optimizing team workflows and processes where

needed, within times and budgets agreed with the UK.

Lead and contribute to business development and client relationship management as applicable.

Stakeholder & Client Engagement

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, to ensure alignment and satisfaction.
Facilitate cross-regional and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Supporting the Service Line Director / Regional leads and HOD/TL to pursue new work winning

opportunities in line with WSPs Growth Strategy as appropriate.

Resource & Talent Management

Support HOD / Team Leader in resource allocation, workload management, and succession planning, team's performance and development requirements; Liaise with UK and GCC teams to manage workflows and expectations. Assist in resource planning and risk management.
Identifies skill gaps and implement training, mentoring, and development programs.
Promotes diversity, inclusion, and talent pipeline development.

Commercial & Risk Management

Manage technical and commercial risks, ensuring compliance with governance protocols.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing demands.

Governance & Reporting

Defines and enforce communication protocols and reporting standards.
Review and ensure the quality of deliverables from junior staff.
Deliver regular performance reviews and reports to the TL GCC.
Ensure that Health & Safety is embedded into all work practices in line with company policies;
Any other task assigned by HoD/ Team Leader.

Behaviours

Proactive, collaborative, and resilient.
Champions diversity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
Role model for ethical leadership and professional standards.
Builds trust and fosters open communication.
Anticipates challenges and solves problems constructively.

Skills & Competencies

Successful track record of delivery of various infrastructure development schemes in particular the electricity, road, gas, rail, and renewable energy sectors
Experience in leading land referencing or land assembly teams on infrastructure projects.
Demonstrate understanding of the land and property industry and a strong interest in negotiation and statutory land acquisition.
Experience in landowner engagement, including negotiation and formal consent processes across infrastructure projects. Knowledge of the Land Referencing and land acquisition lifecycle, including statutory mechanisms (e.g. CPO, DCO, TWAO, Hybrid Bill), property interest identification, and rights in land in UK or in similar regions.
Strong spatial awareness with confidence in reading and interpreting technical maps and land

ownership plans.

Strategic thinking and commercial awareness.
Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and client relationship skills (internal and external).
Change management and innovation leadership.
Talent development and team building.
Strong organisational and project management skills.
Excellent report writing and strong analytical skills.
Experience in supporting and mentoring staff.
Adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning.
Proficiency in work/resource planning and allocation
Possess knowledge and experience of UK statutory consents requirements, such as a Hybrid

Bill, TWAO, DCO, CPO, and/or Vesting Order as well as an understanding of the land and property industry.

Knowledge of GIS platforms (e.g., ESRI, ArcGIS) and data management systems.
Awareness of land law, property rights, and relevant statutory frameworks (e.g., Electricity Act 1989, Planning Act 2008).
Advantageous: familiarity with rural land, agriculture, and property valuation considerations.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams) and GIS or land

information management systems.

Qualifications

A degree in geography/ planning, or another relevant discipline and

Post Graduate qualification in Geography / Remote sensing / Planning or relevant subject with more than 10 years technical experience preferably UK/Australia/Similar region with focus on stakeholder engagement for land related matters, land ownership analysis (spatial) with sturdy foundation in the complexities of land-use and ownership across.

BGV:

Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (BGV) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India.
Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner.

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Transportation & Infrastructure, Property & Buildings, Earth & Environment, Power & Energy, Resources and Industry sectors, as well as offering strategic advisory services. Our talented people around the globe engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

With approximately 4,000 talented people across 3 locations (Noida, Bengaluru & Mumbai offices) in India and more than 73,000 globally, in 550 offices across 40 countries, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

At WSP we draw on the diverse skills and capabilities of our employees globally to compete for the most exciting and complex projects across the world and bring the same level of expertise to our local communities. We are proud to be an international collective of innovative thinkers who work on the most complex problems. Unified under one strong brand, we use our local expertise, international reach and global scale to prepare our cities and environments for the future, connect communities and help societies thrive in built and natural ecosystems. True to our guiding principles, our business is built on four cornerstones: Our People, Our Clients, Our Operational Excellence and Our Expertise.

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Passionate people doing purposeful and sustainable work that helps shape our communities and the future.
A collaborative team that thrives on challenges and unconventional thinking.
A network of experts channeling our curiosity into creating solutions for complex issues.

Inspired by diversity, driven by inclusion, we work with passion and purpose.

Working with Us

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

Our Hybrid Working Module

With us, you can operate in a flexible, agile, yet structured work environment and follow a Hybrid Work Model.

Maximize collaboration.
Maintain product quality and cultural integrity.
Balance community, collaboration, opportunity, productivity, and efficiency.

Health, Safety and Wellbeing

Our people are our greatest asset, and we prioritize a safe work environment. Health, safety, and wellbeing are integral to our culture, with each of us accountable for fostering a safe workplace through our Making Health and Safety Personal initiative. Our Zero Harm Vision drives us to reduce risks through innovative solutions, earning recognition for our global health and safety practices with the prestigious RoSPA Health and Safety Awards for six consecutive years.

Inclusivity and Diversity

WSP India is dedicated to fostering a sustainable and inclusive work environment where our greatest strength - Our People -feel valued, respected, and supported. We ensure an unbiased approach in hiring, promotion, and performance evaluation, regardless of age, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, physical ability, education, social status, or cultural background.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of over 73,300 talented global professionals dedicated to making a positive impact. Together, we can make a difference in communities both near and far.

With us, you can.

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