Landowner Liaison Officer

Landowner Liaison Officer Location: Skibbereen, Cork Sector: Engineering Consultancy / Infrastructure Employment Type: Contract Salary: €55,000 - €65,000Role introduction and overview: An opportunity has arisen for a Landowner Liaison Officer to join a leading global Engineering Consultant supporting a major infrastructure project in Cork. This role will suit professionals searching for Landowner Liaison Officer jobs, Agricultural Liaison Officer jobs, infrastructure stakeholder liaison roles, or linear projects land access positions within the engineering and construction sector. Working across the route of the project in Skibbereen, you will act as a vital link between the project team, landowners and wider stakeholders during the planning and construction phases. The position involves extensive site-based engagement, helping to secure land access for surveys, understanding land-related issues such as soil conditions and drainage requirements, and ensuring stakeholder concerns are clearly communicated back to the wider delivery team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with relevant infrastructure, agricultural, or land and consents experience who enjoys working outdoors, building trusted relationships and supporting the successful delivery of complex linear projects. Key Responsibilities as Landowner Liaison Officer: Liaise daily with landowners and stakeholders along the proposed infrastructure route. Manage landowner relationships throughout the planning and construction stages of the project. Secure land access for surveys and other project-related activities. Gather and communicate information relating to land conditions, including soil types and drainage considerations. Spend significant time on site engaging directly with landowners and understanding local concerns. Report stakeholder feedback accurately to the project team to support design, planning and construction decisions. Act as the main point of contact for landowners on all land-related matters during construction. Coordinate and address issues relating to land access, drainage and other site impacts. Negotiate and agree compensation claims with landowners where required. Support the project team in maintaining a professional, solutions-focused approach to stakeholder management.Essential Skills, Qualifications and Experience as Landowner Liaison Officer A qualification in Engineering, Agriculture or another relevant discipline. A minimum of 5 years' experience dealing with the public / landowners for engineering projects, preferably roads, greenway or active travel. Experience in the planning and delivery of linear projects from a land and consents perspective. Knowledge of agricultural practices. Understanding of land rights such as easements, leases and freeholds would be beneficial. Understanding of soil and drainage matters and experience liaising with relevant specialists. Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at multiple levels across an organisation. A full driving licence. Experience in the completion of compulsory purchase order negotiations with landowners would be desirableHow to apply: If you believe this Landowner Liaison Officer role aligns with your experience, please apply via the button provided. Upon receiving your application, we will contact you to discuss your suitability and next steps. All correspondence will be handled confidentially. For more information, please contact Anne or Michael at Wellington Professional Recruitment. This vacancy is being advertised by Wellington Professional Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Wellington Professional Recruitment Ltd are those of an Employment Agency on behalf of our client