SPA Land Consultant

Join Anglian Water's Strategic Pipeline Alliance as a Land Consultant. 

Location:                    Flexible / Hybrid from office or home, with site visits across the region as and when required  
Employment Type:   Full-time, Permanent 

Are you detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about contributing to one of the UK’s most ambitious water infrastructure projects? The Strategic Pipeline Alliance (SPA) is searching for a Land Consultant to support and enhance our project delivery team. 

What will you be doing as our new Land Consultant.   

The Strategic Pipeline Alliance (SPA) is a ~£1.8Bn framework delivering 500km+ of transfer pipelines, with associated storage and pumping assets, across the East of England supporting reduction of abstraction in sensitive aquifers and significant regional growth.

You will play a key role in the successful delivery of the SPA project being part of the Land team reporting to the Land Programme Manager, undertaking key land referencing activities in line with the Water Industry Act 1991.

Key responsibilities: 

• Lead on Identifying legal interests in land; including freeholders, leaseholders, tenants and rights by researching and compiling land ownership records using HMLR, Local authority and other such methods
• Batching and mailing out land entry questionnaires to confirm ownership and agreement to access land
• Processing returned questionnaires and ensuring that the land management system is updated with confirmed information
• Carry out site visits to confirm land ownership / interest details etc.
• Work with GIS / GIS resource to ensure that landownership extents are correctly captured on the GIS platform
• Manage and request land access for surveys (non-intrusive and intrusive), to support EIA requirements, and construction activities:
• Work with relevant disciplines to understand access requirements and ensure that requests are made and obtained in line with the survey request timescales and processes
• Support access requirements at later stages with management of landowner consultation:
• Provide support to the agricultural liaison officers during the construction phase, assisting in resolving any identified risks or landowner concerns

A little bit about your skills, experience and behaviours: 

This job might be for you if you:  

• Have experience of being part of a large-scale infrastructure programme, in particular ones that have an impact on agricultural businesses.
• Have experience using project systems to record stakeholder interactions and project progress
• You enjoy research and investigation to identify the relevant interest in a land parcel
• You enjoy working collaboratively as part of a team, and are able to work independently where required
• You are an engaging and enthusiastic individual that can form relationships at ease and is an excellent communicator who can build and sustain relationships with the project teams and external stakeholders
• You are willing to travel and be located at the scheme location when required to carry out site visits in line with the referencing exercises.

Not only do we look for the best talent to join us on our journey, we also look for individuals to demonstrate key behaviours that align with our values and beliefs.  

Working with the highest degree of integrity, we want SPA employees to take ownership and accountability for their outputs and be driven to continuously improve how they work. SPA employees should act with the customer’s best interest at heart, be clear and transparent communicators and be passionate about operating in an ethical fashion. 

If you are looking for a career opportunity, working in an innovative forward-thinking environment please apply today!  

Why Join SPA? 

The Strategic Pipeline Alliance Project is at the exciting delivery stage, with additional projects lined up for AMP8. At SPA, we embrace innovation, digital technology, and collaboration with our partners, including Farrans, MMB, Costain, and Jacobs. 

Together, we’re combating climate change and securing clean water for generations to come. 

• Flexible Working: We support remote working, part-time hours, and flexible schedules to suit your lifestyle if the role allows. 

• Location: Our office is in Peterborough, with operational hubs across the project area.  This role is predominantly site based. 

• Diversity and Inclusion: SPA is committed to building an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone. Whatever your background, if this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply. 

Our Purpose 

Our mission is simple yet vital: To Make the East of England Resilient to the Effects of Drought. Join us in shaping a sustainable future while being part of a team where everyone can thrive. 

Ready to Join Us? 
If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and excited to lead in a transformative environment, we’d love to hear from you! 

SPA is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and recruit based on merit and potential, ensuring every colleague feels a sense of belonging. 

Take the Next Step 

If you’re passionate about delivering innovative infrastructure solutions and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. 

Apply now and be part of Anglian Water’s journey to build a more sustainable, water-secure future.