Archaeological and Heritage Consultant | Expression Of Interest

TN United Kingdom; Taunton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Archaeological and Heritage Consultant to join their expanding team in the UK. This role offers a unique chance to work on diverse projects in a collaborative environment, providing technical advice and creating essential reports for clients in the water and infrastructure sectors. With a strong focus on professional growth and a supportive culture, this position is perfect for motivated individuals passionate about Britain's rich heritage. Join a company recognized for its commitment to sustainability and excellence, and contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of community development.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Gym discounts

Pension

Holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Several years of consultancy experience in archaeology and heritage.
• Strong report-writing skills and GIS experience are ideal.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical advice and reports for planning consent schemes.
• Conduct site visits and manage archaeological fieldwork with subcontractors.

Skills

Consultancy experience

Report writing

GIS experience

Archaeological fieldwork

Knowledge of legislation and planning policy

Education

CIfA membership (Associate level or above)

Degree in Archaeology or related field

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08.05.2025

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22.06.2025

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Job Description:

As we move into AMP 8 and continue with our growth plans across the UK & Ireland, we're interested in hearing expressions of interest from Heritage Consultants seeking their next career opportunity in the coming weeks and months.

Stantec UK is looking for an Archaeology and Heritage Consultant to join our Reading or Bristol offices (other southern England offices may also be considered). The consultant will deliver technical advice and reports, focusing on water, highways, and infrastructure clients.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a global sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consultancy expanding in the UK. You will work within professional, collaborative, multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality historic environment consultancy advice and technical documents for schemes of various sizes.

You will provide advice, risk analysis, and research for schemes requiring planning consent, prepare technical documents such as Screenings, Technical Advice Notes, Desk Based Assessments, and Environmental Impact Assessments, review HER data, conduct site visits, and report writing.

Under senior guidance, you will also consult with stakeholders on evaluation and mitigation strategies and manage archaeological fieldwork with subcontractors.

About You

You are a motivated individual passionate about Britain's archaeology and heritage, with a strong understanding of relevant legislation and planning policy. You have several years of consultancy experience, excellent report-writing skills, and ideally GIS experience. Archaeological fieldwork experience and a CIfA membership at the Associate level or above are required. A full UK driving license is essential.

Why Join Us?

Our People Culture: A close-knit, friendly, and collaborative environment.

Growth: Be part of our UK expansion journey!

Awards: Recognized as International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best Place to Work at the 2024 NCE Awards, among others.

• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, holidays, private medical insurance, gym discounts, and more.

Flexible working arrangements and engaging projects in water, infrastructure, and residential sectors.

Industry-leading training, professional subscriptions, and a supportive work environment.

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About Stantec

With over 31,000 employees across 450 locations globally, Stantec has been serving UK clients for over 150 years, delivering sustainable community development solutions.

We provide effective, relevant solutions translating client visions into valued approvals, plans, and designs, supporting a fairer, better future. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and an inclusive work environment. If you're excited about this role but feel your experience isn't an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

We are dedicated to making the recruitment process accessible and support adjustments as needed. Contact [emailprotected] for assistance.