Consultant - Land Referencing in Manchester

Role: Consultant

Location: Manchester

Full Time

Directorate: Land Referencing

Salary: Competitive

About Us:

Ardent is the UK’s leading provider of land, consent management, and stakeholder engagement services, supporting major infrastructure and regeneration projects from concept to delivery. We are passionate about delivering life-improving change for communities and future generations.

Role Purpose:

The Consultant role at Ardent is vital in supporting our mission of delivering life-improving change for communities and future generations. As an experienced and dependable technical contributor within the Land Referencing team, the Consultant is responsible for producing accurate, high-quality outputs, ensuring adherence to the Quality Management System, and contributing to the efficient delivery of projects across the UK and Ireland. This role demands sound judgement, professionalism, and a commitment to continuous learning while fostering positive client engagement and collaboration within project teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communication & Collaboration: Ensure clear, professional communication and effective cross-department collaboration. Manage small projects, participate in client updates and discussions, and contribute to larger initiatives.
• Problem-Solving & Research: Apply problem-solving skills and conduct research independently. Proactively seek knowledge in relevant technical subjects and prepare clear and accurate advice notes for internal review.
• Service Understanding & Networking: Develop a clear understanding of all services offered by the Directorate and communicate these services confidently to colleagues and external stakeholders. Expand professional networks through event participation and regular engagement on platforms such as LinkedIn.
• Risk Assessments & Safety: Complete risk assessments for site visits, identify various risks and hazards, and propose appropriate mitigation strategies. Actively participate in safety training sessions and workshops to enhance knowledge and practical skills related to health and safety procedures.
• Pricing Strategies: Demonstrate an understanding of basic pricing strategies and the key factors that influence pricing decisions, including staff costs, on-costs, travel expenses, and other overheads.

Key Competencies, Skills & Experience:

• Build effective relationships with clients and stakeholders, both internally and externally. Attend client meetings as the sole representative and deliver updates.
• Allocate tasks with responsible delegation and communicate methodology.
• Work within budgets and agreed fees, managing own work to scope and quote.
• Support the Project Manager in delivering projects, taking responsibility for specific elements.
• Organise and support the Project Manager in delivering project outputs such as Book of Reference, plans, and maps.
• Lead sections of the project team in delivering elements of the project and ensure teams follow processes and procedures in line with the QMS and PM/PD instructions.
• Understand and promote cross-selling opportunities within the organisation.
• Develop knowledge of planning acts and support team learning.
• Apply critical thinking and experience to suggest solutions to the Project Manager.
• Produce relevant and appropriate documents and reports that meet requirements accurately and consistently.
• Listen to junior team members’ suggestions and analyse their input.

Pay Range and Compensation Package:

• Hybrid working
• 25 days of annual leave (with options to buy or carry over)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Company pension scheme
• Benenden Health Care (mental health support, 24/7 GP services, physiotherapy, optical and dental cover, personal accident protection)
• Cycle to Work scheme, electric car leasing, recognition awards, long service leave, discretionary annual bonus scheme

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer, and we’re passionate about creating a workplace where you’re empowered to bring your authentic self to work every day. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive team where everyone belongs. We welcome talent from all backgrounds and actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups.

If you’re ready to grow with a business that’s scaling rapidly and making a real impact, you’re in the right place!