Archaeology and Heritage Consultant

JBA Consulting; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic Archaeology and Heritage Consultant to work on a variety of nationwide projects. You will be involved in heritage assessments, data management, and stakeholder consultation, which requires effective communication and teamwork. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and a passion for high-quality heritage solutions. The role is based in Newport, South Wales and includes opportunities for hybrid working.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Opportunities for career development

Investment in lifelong learning and skills development

Qualifications

• Understanding of British archaeology, historic buildings, and landscapes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Concise and clear report writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Archaeology and Heritage team in various projects.
• Conducting baseline research including site and archives visits.
• Preparing and submitting Scheduled Monument Consent applications.

Skills

Effective communication

Team working skills

Knowledge of British archaeology

Report writing skills

Education

Degree in archaeology, heritage management or relevant subject

Tools

GIS (ideally QGIS)

CAD software packages

Job description

Posted on 14/11/2025

JBA Consulting

Contract

Full time, permanent

Salary: Competitive

Location: Newport, South Wales

Deadline: Sunday, 30th November 2025

Are you passionate about archaeology and the historic environment? We're looking for an enthusiastic Archaeology and Heritage Consultant to join our supportive, forward‑thinking team on a permanent basis.

You will be out in the field and behind the scenes, working on diverse nationwide projects. Spanning flood risk and climate resilience schemes to renewable energy, Scheduled Monument condition surveys, historic landscape assessments, Listed Building Consents, and community engagement.

No two days are the same. You'll quickly gain exposure to historic environment challenges and play a key role in shaping landscapes.

As part of a friendly, multidisciplinary team, you'll collaborate closely with specialists from across JBA. With opportunities to learn, contribute, and grow, you'll develop your skills, gaining valuable experience in both planning and delivery.

You will be joining an award‑winning environmental and engineering consultancy which puts innovation, sustainability and resilience at the heart of its work.

We are independent and staff‑owned under a stewardship model which drives long‑term decision making and investment. We have offices in the UK, Ireland, Romania, India, Singapore and Australia.

Our people are all important and we invest heavily in life‑long learning and skills development.

JBA supports hybrid working which provides for greater flexibility with the way that we work.

Visit https://www.jbaconsulting.com/ to find out more.

Your Role

You will work across the full historic environment spectrum; archaeology, historic buildings, and landscapes, with room to develop your voice, try new things, and make a real impact. This is more than just a job, it's a chance to build a meaningful career, protect the past, and help shape a better, more resilient future.

The Main Responsibilities Include

• Supporting the wider Archaeology and Heritage team in heritage work across a variety of nationwide projects.
• Baseline research including site and archives visits.
• Data management including GIS and preparation of figures.
• Contributing to the preparation of desk‑based assessments (DBA), heritage statements, written schemes of investigation, environmental statement (ES) chapters, Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA), setting assessments and other formal written advice.
• Inputting to the design of projects and developments to minimise heritage impacts and realise enhancements or benefits.
• Preparing and submitting Scheduled Monument Consent and Listed Building Consent applications.
• Consultation with stakeholders and statutory consultees.
• Assisting with developing new work business and contributing to the preparation of tenders and fee proposals.
• Assisting with project management and implementing quality and health and safety principles.

The Team Member We Are Looking For

We are looking for a hard‑working, committed and enthusiastic individual, who can demonstrate effective communication and team working skills. Experience of undertaking heritage assessments, an understanding of the planning system, or a specific area of relevant expertise would be valuable, but an enthusiasm for learning and an interest in the delivery of high‑quality heritage and design solutions are also key attributes.

You will be able to communicate with different audiences and be able to work effectively as part of a team and independently. The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines concurrently is also important.

We Are Looking For An Individual With

• A degree in archaeology, heritage management or other relevant subject, or equivalent.
• Membership of CIfA and/or IHBC or willingness to become accredited.
• Full UK driving licence.

Essential Attributes For The Role

• Understanding of British archaeology, historic buildings and historic landscapes.
• Knowledge and understanding of heritage legislation across the United Kingdom.
• Able to communicate effectively, with experience and confidence in talking to a variety of audiences.
• Concise and clear report writing skills.
• The ability to work independently and within teams.
• The motivation and initiative to prioritise your own workload.
• The confidence to attend meetings and discuss information and recommendations with a mixed audience.

Desirable Attributes For The Role

• Knowledge and understanding of geoarchaeology and palaeoenvironmental archaeology.
• Knowledge and understanding of marine and inter‑tidal heritage issues.
• Built heritage recording.
• Experience of assessing effects on the setting of heritage assets.
• Monument condition surveys and assessment.
• GIS (ideally QGIS) and CAD software packages.

Location

This role will be based at our Newport, NP20 1FQ, South Wales office.

Further Information

For further information or an informal discussion about this position, please contact Fiona Lee on 0113 2452528.