We have an opportunity in the Birmingham office for an experienced Land Referencer to join our Infrastructure teams. This is a chance to join the market leading infrastructure team and support some of the country’s biggest infrastructure schemes.
Candidates will be a competent GIS user (preferably ArcGIS) who is able to collect, interpret and use land ownership data in a variety of formats. A valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel to rural and urban land referencing locations.
This role to be a part of a growing land referencing team that has a substantial track record for delivering quality services. Our vision of leadership is the ability to respond positively to challenges, and every opinion is heard. We are looking for a Land Referencing professional with experience in the industry who wants to grow as a consultant in a supportive environment, there will be amble opportunity to develop with the firm and to undertake continued professional development.
Main tasks:
- Geo-referencing and digitising features from CAD and paper plans into ArcGIS.
- Desktop and contact referencing of affected parties.
- Data management, collection, interpretation and analysing land data.
- Inputting and maintaining data within the land system.
- Verify and update relevant ArcGIS mapping layers.
- Production of clear and accurate legal documentation such as, order plans, books of reference, notices, and schedules.
- Site visits to conduct door knocking exercise and post notices.
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with members of the public.
- Attendance of client/stakeholder meetings.
What does it take to be successful?
You will have gained a degree qualification (or equivalent) ideally in a Bachelor’s or master’s degree in geography/planning along with proven experience within the production of books of reference, order plans, notices, and schedules. Knowledge of projects involving use of compulsory purchase would be an advantage (such as, Transport and Works Act, Compulsory Purchase Act, and the Planning Act)