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Principal/Associate Archaeological Consultant

Job Description

Principal/Associate Archaeological Consultant
Greater Leeds Area OR Birmingham/West Midlands
£45-60k DOE

Forming part of the senior Archaeology Leadership Team working alongside the Director, this role is a key development of a small’ish but growing Heritage and Archaeological consultancy.

Initially working remotely from the main office and team, this role provides the opportunity to eventually develop into a new office and team, increasing the company scope.

This role will be suitable for an existing Principal or Associate or could be a good Senior seeking the next step.

Key Responsibilities
• Support the Director in managing and delivering archaeological consultancy projects.
• Oversee or contribute to report production, including DBAs, EIA scoping, ES Chapters, setting and significance assessments.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and curators to ensure quality and timely project delivery.
• Project design and management of archaeological fieldwork.
• In future, manage a small team of consultants, including workload planning and report review.
• Contribute to tendering and business development.
• Provide mentorship and quality assurance for the wider archaeology team.
• Maintain high standards of health & safety and professional practice.

Experience

Essential:
• Proven background in archaeology, with a minimum of 5+ years in a consultancy or senior contractor role.
• Strong track record in desk-based assessments and report writing.
• Demonstrated experience in managing fieldwork projects (small to large-scale).
• Experience managing archaeological teams, whether at a contractor or as a consultant.
• Familiarity with the UK planning system, and curatorial engagement.
• A proven ability to generate project income, whether through existing client relationships or active business development.
• Involvement in tender submissions and project design.

Desirable:
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff.
• Background in reviewing and approving technical reports.


Key skills
A strong technical knowledge base, commercial mindset, communication and teamwork, leadership, empathy, work ethic, excellent understanding of Health & Safety responsibilities and of the UK planning system, excellent writing skills, time management, ability to critique and review colleague’s writing and provide suitable feedback.

Education & Professional Membership:
A relevant undergraduate degree (Archaeology, History, etc.); postgraduate degrees welcomed but not required.
Chartered Institute for Archaeologists Membership Level: ACIfA or preferably MCIfA.

Other
Full clean UK driving licence.