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£30,760 - £37,949 a year
Gross, as stated in the ad.
About £2,140 - £2,570 a month after tax.
Permanent contract
Full-time.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.
Be near Manchester for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
35 days holiday
Per the ad, which doesn’t say whether bank holidays are on top.
Up to 6% employer pension
Paid in by the employer, per the ad. The legal minimum is 3%.
Cycle to work scheme
Commuter benefits named in the ad.
Nice to have
Salary: £30,760 - 37,949 depending on experience and level of expertise
Headland Archaeology is offering an excellent opportunity for a heritage consultant to join our expanding team.
From fast-track rail projects and wind farm construction through to housing developments and off-shore cable-laying, we deliver against your critical path and your heritage responsibilities.
We are looking to appoint an archaeological and/or built heritage consultant with experience in the preparation of technical documents supporting clients in addressing heritage constraints.
The appointee will have an understanding of the legislative and planning policy framework within which commercial archaeology is undertaken in the UK.
Applicants should have demonstrable experience of contributing to site reports, archaeological desk-based assessments, environmental impact assessments and/or built heritage statements and written schemes of investigation.
We are looking for a candidate (preferably one of the corporate grades of CIfA/IHBC membership) to liaise with clients, work with statutory consultees, assess impacts on the historic environment, oversee archaeological sub-contractors and prepare technical advice. The level of responsibility will reflect the successful applicant's skills and experience. We provide training and opportunities to develop staff and to help facilitate colleagues' growth into the role.
You will work on projects and with colleagues from across the RSK Group. Key responsibilities (which will be supported and supervised) will include:
· Baseline data collection (from archives, site walk-over survey etc.)
· Contribute to, or preparation of, technical documents (heritage risk appraisals, DBA, WSI, EIA chapters)
· Contribute to fee proposals for review with the support of senior colleagues
· Liaise with clients, consultees and oversee contractors
· Develop commercial awareness
· Help senior colleagues to manage project finances
· Manage their own time whilst working across several projects
Hours: Full time, 37.5h/week - we are open to discussion on flexible working including part-time hours
Contract Type: Permanent, subject to 6-month probation period
Locations: Headland Archaeology and RSK Group office locations where we have established heritage staff, for example Hereford, London, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Bristol, Manchester, Leeds, Silsoe, Helsby.
Closing Date: 5pm on 31st October 2026. Headland Archaeology reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before this point: please apply ASAP.
How to apply
We are a privately-owned archaeological business, part of the RSK Group, a leader in integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services. We provide heritage services to the development and construction sectors in UK and across the world.
The Headland Archaeology Consultancy Team prides itself on offering independent, excellent technical advice to clients and colleagues which is rooted in years of experience in the sector. We tell clients what they need to know, rather than what they want to hear.
We combine an in-depth understanding of archaeology with practical experience of major construction projects to keep you ahead of the game. Our proactive, friendly approach leaves no stone unturned when it comes to accurate estimating, minimised risk and effective national resourcing.
We were founded in 1996 and now cover the whole of the UK from four regional offices located in Silsoe, Hereford, Cleckheaton and Edinburgh. Many of our contracts are valued at £1m-£5m and we regularly act as Principal Contractor.
We are a Registered Organisation of the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists. More importantly, though we study the past, we are a forward-looking and innovative business, keen to help our clients stay ahead of the game.
With offices in England and Scotland, we offer our employees:
To apply for this role, please click the Web/Apply button above and submit your application through the Headland Archaeology Applicant Tracking System.
As part of our commitment to fair and inclusive recruitment, our Applicant Tracking System removes certain identifying information from applications during the initial screening stage. This allows hiring managers to focus on candidates’ skills, experience and suitability for the role, helping to reduce the potential for unconscious bias and ensuring a more objective recruitment process.
You must have the right to work in the UK without restrictions. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to your commencement. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we may fill existing vacancies before the closing date, so you are advised to submit your application as early as possible.
Headland is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Headland Archaeology is committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process. If you have a disability or need any adjustments to enable you to take part in the interview, please contact us at hr@headlandarchaeolgy.com so we can make suitable arrangements.
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