You will work closely with experienced Land Consultants, contributing across the full range of land referencing, digital delivery, quality assurance and landowner engagement activities.

Responsibilities Will Include:

• Undertake land referencing, including Tailte Éireann searches, desktop research and investigations to identify land interests and rights.
• Maintain accurate and secure landowner, land and consultation records within project databases and GIS, ensuring all data is complete, consistent and maintained in accordance with project data security obligations.
• Carry out systematic quality assurance (QA) checks on land referencing data, ownership records and plot schedules, maintaining clear audit records.
• Use GIS tools (including ArcGIS Pro and/or QGIS) to create, edit and quality check spatial outputs including plot plans, ownership mapping and cadastral overlays.
• Manage and track land referencing information within the project Common Data Environment (CDE).
• Conduct site visits across Ireland to confirm ownership, arrange survey access and engage with landowners.
• Support the Land team in securing and acquiring appropriate land rights, as well as assisting in the negotiation of Heads of Terms for easements, wayleaves, licences and permanent acquisitions.
• Assist with statutory land acquisition processes, including compulsory acquisition documentation and notices.
• Attend and contribute to internal and external project meetings, public consultation events and landowner engagement sessions as required.
• Participation in our CPD-accredited Land Academy, developing your technical skills across land referencing, GIS, digital delivery, land law and compensation across Irish and UK jurisdictions, and working towards professional accreditation with SCSI, RICS, CAAV or an equivalent body.
• UK and Ireland travel.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Degree in Geography, Land/Estate Management, Surveying, Agriculture or another relevant discipline, which has provided you with an understanding of the complexities of land use and ownership in Ireland and/or the UK.
• Strong data management and IT skills, with excellent attention to detail and experience of QA checking, identifying errors and inconsistencies accurately and recording actions in a structured, auditable manner.
• Familiarity with Tailte Éireann and/or Land Registry for Northern Ireland.
• Good understanding of spatial and surveying needs and requirements.
• Experience of working with mapping and a working knowledge of GIS tools, including the ability to create, edit and quality-check spatial outputs such as plot plans and cadastral overlays using Tailte Éireann datasets.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience engaging professionally with landowners, clients and the public, both verbally and in writing.
• Some knowledge of property law, land registration via Tailte Éireann and awareness of compulsory acquisition or wayleave processes would be desirable.
• Some knowledge of the urban and rural environments and Irish farming practices would be desirable.
• Full clean driving licence and ability to travel across Ireland.

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Key responsibilities:

• Manage effective risk management services on projects and/or workstreams within larger projects
• Lead on the development and presentation of client risk management deliverables
• Support project leaders in the successful delivery of the project
• Coach more junior members of the team
• Work as part of the team to develop and expand WSP Risk Management service offering
• Embed and share knowledge and best practice
• Build professional networks and relationships to support business development activities

The WSP Risk Management Team is a standalone function working across multiple industries, internally and externally. The team includes risk professionals with diverse backgrounds and levels of seniority, based in various offices across the UK, India, and Ireland.

Requirements:

• Expertise in all aspects of project, programme, and business risk management facilitation
• Experience of building complicated cost, schedule, and business risk models using applications such as ARM, Primavera Risk Analyser, Safran Risk, Predict, and Xactium
• Able to explain the results of risk assessments to non-specialists
• Can suggest appropriate risk assessments to non-specialists
• Can suggest appropriate risk management actions for identified risks
• Knowledge of risk management techniques
• Knowledge of project management and project control processes.

Desirable:

• A recognised diploma or degree or be qualified by experience with a qualification in risk management
• Membership of the Institute of Risk Management or Association for Project Management Risk Practitioner
• Previous line manager experience
• Consultancy experience

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We are seeking a Compulsory Purchase Order Consultant (Senior Land Consultant) to join our Land business in Dublin.

Job Description – Compulsory Purchase Order Consultant

Responsibilities will include:

• Leading land referencing and statutory order workstreams on major infrastructure projects.
• Managing the preparation and quality assurance of Books of Reference, plot/ownership schedules and statutory notices.
• Conducting land ownership research and title analysis, interpreting registered ownership, rights, burdens, wayleaves, easements and legal interests using Tailte Éireann land registration records.
• Liaising with landowners, occupiers, agents, solicitors, local authorities, contractors and statutory bodies.
• Negotiating land access agreements, survey licences and other project-related land rights.
• Identifying, managing and mitigating land-related risks throughout project development.
• Working closely with engineering, planning, environmental and legal teams to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Collaborate with surveyors, engineers and GIS specialists to integrate survey data into land referencing and land ownership plans.
• Managing project budgets, programmes and resource planning.
• Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior team members.
• Supporting business development, client relationship management and preparation of tenders and proposals.
• Promoting best practice, innovation and continuous improvement across the Land team.
• Participation in our CPD-accredited Land Academy, developing your technical skills across land referencing, GIS, digital delivery, land law and compensation across Irish and UK jurisdictions, and working towards professional accreditation with SCSI, RICS, CAAV or an equivalent body.

What We Will Be Looking for You to Demonstrate:

Essential

• Degree in Property, Estate Management, Geography, Surveying, Planning, Agriculture, Law, GIS or a related discipline.
• Significant experience delivering land referencing, land acquisition, statutory orders or related land services.
• Strong understanding of land ownership, title registration and statutory processes.
• Experience managing landowner engagement, consultation and stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to interpret legal title documentation, mapping and statutory plans.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Strong project management and organisational abilities.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outputs to programme deadlines.
• Full clean driving licence and willingness to travel throughout Ireland as required.

Desirable

• Experience of Oral Hearings, Public Inquiries, arbitration or statutory consultation processes.
• Knowledge of GIS, land information management systems and digital land referencing platforms.
• Professional membership of SCSI, RICS, Society of Land Referencers, Chartered Geographer or equivalent professional body.
• Experience working across transport, energy, utilities, renewable energy or water sectors.

Location The role will be based in Dublin with the flexibility of hybrid working from home.

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Responsibilities include:

• Supporting delivery of valuation, compensation, acquisition and commercial property services across Ireland.
• Undertaking valuations of residential, commercial, mixed-use, agricultural and development properties.
• Preparing compensation assessments for compulsory purchase acquisitions.
• Negotiating land and property acquisitions with landowners, occupiers, developers, agents and legal representatives.
• Liaising directly with contractors, site teams and enabling works delivery partners to coordinate and facilitate access to land for surveys, site investigations, enabling works and construction activities.
• Reviewing and interpreting title information and land registration records to identify ownership, rights, burdens and other legal interests in land.
• Supporting statutory acquisition processes associated with major infrastructure projects.
• Providing strategic advice in relation to acquisitions by Option Agreement, by commercial negotiation and under CPO.
• Advising project teams on valuation, acquisition and property-related risks that may affect programme delivery.
• Liaising with landowners, occupiers, legal representatives, local authorities, stakeholders and clients in a professional and client-facing capacity.
• Working closely with engineering, planning, environmental and GIS teams to support project development and delivery.
• Utilising digital mapping, GIS platforms, spatial datasets and property databases to inform decision-making, project reporting and acquisition strategies.
• Contributing to project management activities, including programme planning, budgeting, commercial reporting, risk management and change control.
• Providing training and mentoring to junior colleagues, undertaking technical assurance of other colleagues' work, and contributing to and participating in our CPD-accredited Land Academy.
• Representing WSP in client meetings, stakeholder consultations and professional engagements across Ireland.

Requirements:

• Degree in Property, Estate Management, Geography, Surveying, Planning, Agriculture, Law or a related discipline.
• Experience in valuation, commercial property, land acquisition, compulsory purchase and/or infrastructure project delivery.
• Understanding of professional property valuation methodologies and compensation principles in Ireland.
• Experience negotiating with landowners, occupiers, agents and other stakeholders.
• Knowledge of CPO, Railway Order and Motorway Order processes and associated compensation frameworks would be beneficial.
• Familiarity of Tailte Éireann property ownership systems, Registry of Deeds records, title interpretation, property due diligence would be beneficial.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality outcomes for clients.
• Strong communication, analytical and report-writing skills.
• Commercial awareness with an understanding of project delivery, budgets, programmes and risk management.
• High levels of accuracy, attention to detail and professional judgement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience working with GIS, spatial datasets, mapping platforms and digital property management systems.
• Full clean driving licence and ability to travel across Ireland.

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As a Project Director within WSP's PMCM Rail team, you will lead the delivery of major rail programmes across Ireland, while also helping shape our regional strategy, expand our client base, and cement our position as a long-term advisor within the Irish market.

Responsibilities

• Market Growth & Client Leadership (Ireland Focus)
• Lead and support the expansion of WSP's PMCM Rail footprint across Southern Ireland.
• Establish strong, trusted relationships with key Irish rail clients.
• Act as a client advisor, understanding client objectives and translating them into successful delivery strategies.
• Support pipeline development, regional positioning, and strategic bids within the Ireland rail market.
• Represent WSP at client engagements, industry events, and sector forums across Ireland.

• Project & Programme Leadership
• Lead the delivery of large complex rail projects or a portfolio of smaller rail programmes across Ireland.
• Implement robust governance, controls, and reporting mechanisms.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, on time, to budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Manage and develop suppliers to meet complex and dynamic programme requirements.
• Mentor and develop project teams to build capability within the region.

• Client Liaison
• Act as the principal point of contact for Irish clients across all stages of programme delivery.
• Build long-term relationships through trusted advisory, strategic engagement, and proactive communication.

• Stakeholder Management
• Engage effectively with external stakeholders including the NTA, TII, local authorities, statutory bodies, and community representatives.
• Understand Ireland's regulatory environment and manage expectations and approvals processes.

• Commercial & Risk Management
• Manage NEC3/4 and Irish public-sector frameworks in line with contract requirements.
• Ensure financial performance, cost control, and resource utilisation align with programme objectives.
• Identify and mitigate key programme risks effectively.

• Safety & Compliance
• Lead and champion safety performance and compliance with CDM regulations and Irish safety standards.
• Ensure environmentally responsible delivery aligned with WSP's sustainability commitments.

• Planning & Programme Controls
• Lead programme governance, project controls, resource planning, and delivery monitoring.
• Oversee performance against strategic objectives and intervene as required.

• Innovation & Continuous Improvement
• Drive innovation across project delivery, digital tools, and programme methodologies.
• Promote continuous improvement, operational excellence, and efficiency across the Ireland portfolio.

Requirements

• Degree in engineering, construction, management, or a related discipline.
• Chartered membership of a recognised professional body (or working toward it).
• APM / MSP / PMI / PRINCE2 / Six Sigma qualifications beneficial.
• Proven experience leading major rail or infrastructure projects.
• Experience engaging with rail organisations (Irish Rail, NTA, TII, Network Rail or similar).
• A strong understanding of the Ireland transport or rail market is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated leadership, commercial acumen, and stakeholder engagement at senior level.
• Experience delivering NEC3/4 projects in a client-facing environment.
• Ability to build and lead high-performing teams and establish trusted client relationships.
• Strategic thinker with curiosity, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset.

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