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    Technical Director - London, United Kingdom - Assystem

    Assystem
    Assystem London, United Kingdom

    2 weeks ago

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    The UK government has made a pledge to reach carbon neutrality by 2050 and, as such, is pushing ahead with significant investment in nuclear and renewable energies.

    Assystem, as a leading provider of project management, design & construction supervision services within the nuclear industry, has aligned its own strategy to support this switch to low-carbon energy, whilst also recognising transport and infrastructure systems to be a major factor in influencing the outcome of government policy.

    By acquiring Schofield Lothian in 2021, Assystem reaffirmed their commitment to the UK's energy transition in combining strengths with a long-established provider of consultancy services to the transport and infrastructure sectors, through the delivery of sustainable performance improvements within four practice areas: Consents & Engagement; Commercial Management; Project Management; and Environment & Sustainability.

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking to identify an Associate Director-level consultant, with a background in leading the delivery of consents and stakeholder engagement on major infrastructure projects.

    We would also expect candidates to have a strong Town Planning background and knowledge of wider consents, permits and licenses required to implement new developments.

    We specifically seek somebody with experience within Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects and a thorough understanding of the legislative requirements required under the DCO planning process.

    You are to be responsible for evaluating consents and engagement requirements to ensure that Assystem deploy a cost effective and sustainable solution to our client.

    Some site attendance is likely when assigned to specific projects.


    Duties & Responsibilities:


    Leading and managing a project teamPromotion and delivery of Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects through Development Consent Order (DCO) legislationDelivery of technical engagement programmes for stakeholders including local authorities, statutory and non-statutory bodies and the general publicStakeholder facilitation, negotiation and mediationPlanning and consenting legislationStatutory planning policy advice and appraisalStrategic management of consents deliverablesConsents application preparationCollaborative and cross disciplinary workingProject management and co-ordination of large, multi-disciplinary teamsLiaise with project legal teamsDischarging secondary consentsActing as Delivery Assurance PartnerSkills & Experience:Experience of delivery consents on major infrastructure projects authorised through a DCO or Hybrid BillProven ability to lead a teamExcellent interpersonal skills and the ability to develop positive internal and external relationships at all levels.

    Good negotiation / collaboration skills to ensure full support within the framework.

    Can advise on all aspect of the legal powers within a hybrid Bill / DCOEmbraces and leads change with an ability to influence and implement best practice internally and at project level.

    High levels of resilience and adaptabilityProven ability to influence and persuade key stakeholders.
    Demonstrable experience of developing and delivering stakeholder engagementStrong commercial acumen.


    Behavioural Qualities:


    We place great emphasis on both written and verbal communication; those that flourish within our organisation are naturally inclined to engage with their colleagues & stakeholders alike and to be proactive in reaching out to others in overcoming hurdles.

    In common with many places of work, we seek personnel that are professional, positive, open and honest.

    We would expect the successful candidate to exhibit the following behavioural traits:
    Ability to see things differently – prepared to question standard approaches in order to manage consenting risks and programme deadlinesSupport and develop – create a local leadership team by delegation, coaching and mentoringDecisiveness – makes day-to-day business choices that have commercial implications, knowing when to inform others or ask for support

    QualificationsPerson profile:
    Relevant degreeMember of Professional Body (MRTPI)

    Additional InformationSignificant knowledge of delivering projectsPrior experience of delivering a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project through the Planning Act 2008 legislation or similar including large EIA projectsUp to date with latest developments in Professional CompetenceBenefits include:

    Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)25 days' paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell daysProfessional fees reimbursedFlexible workingEmployee referral schemeHybrid remote/in-officeWe are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company.

    We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people's ability to dare are the only things that matter . Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.
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