Senior/principal archaeological consultant

Senior/Principal Archaeological Consultant York £35-50k DOE Working with one of the is one of the UK’s fastest-growing consultancies we seek an Archaeological Consultant at either Senior or Principal grade. The team are looking for enthusiastic, ambitious, and commercially minded individuals to join us as we continue to expand. As an experienced Archaeological Consultant , you will have broad archaeological fieldwork project management experience including handling logistical management, as well as liaising with clients, LPAs, and stakeholders, to enable the delivery of successful archaeological excavations and surveys. This position will initially see you managing numerous excavations across multiple sites for one of our renewable energy Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) in the Midlands. This will include coordinating subcontractors, liaising with the relevant LPAs, dealing with clients and landowners, and supporting the project’s strategic lead. During this time, we will help you to develop your wider consultancy skills, providing training and opportunities to broaden your experience. This will include the production of DBAs, WSIs, and ES chapters, as well as contributing to business development across the business Based out of the York office the role will involve travel around the UK therefore, a full driving licence and access to a car are essential. Full membership of CIfA is also desirable. Within the business, success is celebrated and rewarded, and we want all staff to share in the benefits and success of the business. We offer an excellent employee benefits package, including a growth bonus scheme, medical insurance, and flexible working. Key responsibilities will be: Management of all elements of archaeological fieldwork for NSIP projects under the direction of the strategic project lead. Ensuring all works adhere to approve documents (i.e. archaeological mitigation strategies and Written Schemes of Investigation) Production of supporting information for projects within time and budgets set by strategic project lead/line manager Day to day management and oversight of subcontracted fieldwork consultants Liaison, through maintenance of clear lines of communication, with advisors to LPAs, landowners and clients, as well as other relevant stakeholders. Logistical management of fieldwork projects. Financial management of fieldwork projects in liaison with strategic project lead Excellent knowledge and experience of on-site health and safety, and welfare requirements. Review of subcontractors RAMs and input into toolbox talks and safety briefings to contractors. Review and editing of subcontractor reports to ensure highest quality. Continual review of Archaeological Mitigation Strategies and associated Written Schemes of Investigation to ensure works are proportionate and in-line with appropriate policy and guidance. Provision of robust advice to clients on the archaeological implications of proposed developments, including input into design alternatives. Undertaking site visits, site monitoring works and meetings with stakeholders. Qualifications & Experience Degree in relevant archaeology or related subject At least 3 years’ experience in a professional archaeological fieldwork role, to at least a Project Officer level or equivalent. Experience of managing large scale excavations. Experience of producing desk-based assessments, WSIs and inputting into EIA documentation desirable – although training and support will be provided. Experience of quoting for work and inputting into fee proposals and tenders desirable Experience of liaising with clients, and negotiating with LPAs and stakeholders Excellent report writing and editing skills Experienced working as part of wider multi-disciplinary teams Experience of project finances – budget, sub-contractors quotes and invoicing desirable Full Member of the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (MCIfA) or working towards Essential Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Extensive and wide knowledge of British archaeology Excellent overall knowledge of the planning system and processes across the UK Proficient use of Microsoft Office Experience with AutoCAD and industry standard GIS software (e.g. QGIS or ArcGIS) Experience with Adobe suite software Clean driving licence