Senior Archaeological Consultant

Job Description

Are you a highly motivated go-getter with attention to detail Do you have a deep passion for delivering value and benefit through archaeology Are you highly organised, efficient and with a high work-rate This position requires you to be excellent at yourjob and an effective leader and motivator of a small specialist team working under our Head of Heritage Consultancy. You need to be highly analytical yet also a good people person.Applications are invited for a professional, highly motivated and capable Senior Consultant with a strong track record and developed skills sets to undertake consultancy and help lead and manage our growing and highly capable consultancy team. You will haveexperience of providing sound and successful client advice, production of excellent consultancy documents including ideally all content (eg. GIS-based drawings), managing a small team and relationship building. You will have highly developed negotiation skills,be an outstanding communicator (listening and verbal and written comms) and be of a highly professional and personable disposition. The post can be either office-based or a hybrid model of office based, plus home working, where you will be accountable to theHead of Heritage Consultancy.You will have a forensic attitude to consultancy work, the ability to think from multiple perspectives and a passion for accuracy. A detailed working knowledge of the planning system and British archaeology is essential. You must be able to work as an effectiveteam member who can be relied upon to deliver to tight deadlines and able to manage a small team and hold individuals to account and help set goals, provide support and motivate. We are a high performing company with a professional yet friendly culture withmany outstanding performers. We maintain a genuinely unmatched commitment to staff development and training and look forward to supporting career development and developing people to be the best they can be.Keywords: Archaeology Consultant | Senior DBA | Heritage | BSc | Communication | Negotiation | Leadership | People Management | English Planning System | GIS | DBA | Heritage Consultancy | British Archaeology | Planning System Benefits Competitive salary * Bonus scheme linked to the Company achieving its annual performance targets * Attractive Company pension contribution * Life assurance cover * Sector-leading commitment to training and career progression * Member of the Companys healthcash plan which includes a wide range of health services and financial support * Discounts and rewards on health, fitness and entertainment * 28 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays) * Additional annual leave awarded according to accrued length ofservice * Accommodation provided for away work with subsistence * Full personal protective equipment and Company branded workwear * 100% of CIfA subscription fees and CSCS card feesEssential Skills

• Educated to 2:1 degree level or above.
• Membership of Chartered Institute for Archaeologists.
• In-depth knowledge of the English planning system and particularly with respect to the Historic Environment.
• Excellent written English and ability to express oneself accurately and take account of the nuances required in the production of first-rate DBAs and Environmental Statement chapters.

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of planning system of Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland or other jurisdictions beyond England.
• Speaking in meetings, and giving talks and presentations etc.
• Writing full and persuasive project designs.
• Managerial skills.

About CompanyArchaeological Research Services Ltd is an experienced commercial practice providing a full range of archaeological and heritage services. By offering a complete service we keep costs down and gain efficiencies for our clients through the life-cycle of aproject so you can be sure of maximising the value of your investment. We operate throughout the UK from our network of offices and we welcome opportunities to work abroad.Whether you are building infrastructure or houses, establishing a quarry, converting mills or regenerating urban places, we offer a one-stop shop for dealing with all archaeological and heritage matters. From preliminary advice and assessments to high levelconsultancy, fieldwork, post-excavation analysis and dissemination, our approach is committed to providing successful outcomes by way of tailor-made solutions geared to the strategic needs of our clients.We are an efficient organisation committed to investment in our staff, equipment and technology. This means you can be sure of being assisted by skilled, hard-working and motivated staff who take pride in their work, create value and deliver jobs on time.

Keyskills :
Archaeology Consultant | Senior DBA | Heritage | BSc | Communication | Negotiation | Leadership | People Management | English Planning System | GIS |