Land Project Manager

Job Description

Our client Scottish Power Renewables are seeking a Project Manager (Land) for a on-going contract role based in Glasgow.Job Purpose StatementTo search, identify, evaluate and secure new sites across the UK and ROI. Growing an organic pipeline of renewable energy projects onshore wind, solar and energy storage, capable of allowing IRI and SPR to meet its strategic growth targets.This will involve liaising and co-ordinating with teams of consultants and land agents to initially identify sites, develop site potential, assess site feasibility and secure projects under contract. In addition, the role holder will support the New BusinessManager with site evaluation strategy, agent performance reviews, process and procedural reviews, standardisation and compatibility assessment, budgeting, timely delivery of feasible projects within acceptable risk parameters.Accountability Statement Lead site search and feasibility work including preparing or arranging preliminary layouts, assessments of grid, access and energy resource for all technologies. Manage the successful negotiation, completion and management of exclusivity agreements and heads of terms and land contracts with landowners, agents and/or solicitors. Manage internal project and agent reporting/auditing, including performance analysis. Manage internal stakeholders to deliver land contracts within programme. Lead in the tendering, appointment, instruction and effective management of land agents/consultants through the site evaluation and feasibility process. Carry out due diligence and prepare HOTs and submission documents for tender bids. Provide ad-hoc advice and due diligence on property matters in relation to any acquisition opportunities. Explore and maximise development opportunity on all new and existing sites. Create, evolve and manage process and practices to maximise delivery and effectiveness. Build, maintain and retain effective stakeholder relationships. Keep the New Business Manager fully apprised of opportunities and ensure all internal knowledge is captured. Report on trends and opportunities against requirements of the pipeline and the business model. Promote the companys interests externally in order to maximise the number of opportunities available. Ensure all key decisions are supported by sufficient due diligence and investigation. Proactive approach to health and safety management including development of pre tender/development plans and completion of audits and actions. Acquire ancillary rights e.g. access, lay down areas, habitat management areas, site compounds and other servitudes/easements, licenses and wayleaves. Provide advice and support to Project Managers on property matters including securing access rights, mineral rights, grid access and any other associated land related rights.Dimensions The site evaluation and feasibility activity within the New Business Team is to secure an organic pipeline of renewable energy projects capable of allowing the business to meet its strategic growth targets. Demonstrates ability to work autonomously (and with New Business Team) to grow the onshore renewable energy business and be directly responsible for identifying new sites, securing land agreements and conducting feasibility studies. Draws on technical and financial capability within wider SPR business to assist in the assessment of development opportunities - including energy yield assessments, access studies, feasibility studies and economic modelling Works closely with others in the Business Development Team to ensure effective co-ordination with other site evaluation and project development work and delivery of feasible projects within acceptable risk parameters. Responsible for co-ordination and direction of external resources to effectively co-ordinate the site search activity and identify and secure new sites balancing quality, cost, timing and deliverability of these sites. Has established (and continues grows) a network of contacts to aid and facilitate organic growth of onshore renewable energy business on the Island of Ireland.Skills, Knowledge & Experience Degree and/or Professional Qualification, preferably related to land/property or sustainable development. Up to date renewables technical and market knowledge. A clear understanding of the key requirements to evaluate prospective sites. Experience in managing and delivering pipeline projects through to development. Experience of managing a network of agents and stakeholders. Experience and familiarity of renewable land agreements and negotiations. Experience of end-to-end project delivery within a renewable environment. Experience and understanding of large data analysis/management for reporting and auditing. Health and safety knowledge and awareness Good interpersonal skills, operating confidently at all levels internally and externally. Ability to co-ordinate people effectively to deliver required outputs in a timely manner Ability to use GIS packages (and other standard PC packages) and read and interpret maps. Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines Tenacity, persistence and determination to succeed. Full driving licence.Minimum Criteria Degree and/or Professional Qualification - land/property or sustainable development. Established negotiation skills. Clear evidence of data analysis/management for reporting and auditing. A clear understanding of the key requirements to evaluate prospective sites. Competency in stakeholder management. Knowledge and awareness of renewables land agreements and contracts Demonstratable experience and skills in renewable energy site feasibility and development. Understanding of energy yield assessment