Consultant / Senior Heritage Consultant - London or Cambridge

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in heritage management is seeking an experienced professional to lead archaeological fieldwork projects. The role involves managing subcontractors, ensuring compliance with health and safety protocols, and liaising with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have extensive knowledge of Irish archaeology, project management experience, and excellent communication skills. The company values diversity and welcomes applicants with varied backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Experience in archaeological fieldwork project management.
• Robust knowledge of Irish archaeology and heritage legislation.
• Excellent writing skills and good communication.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assure the work of subcontractors on-site.
• Prepare competitive tenders and design methodologies for projects.
• Undertake stakeholder and client liaison.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Business development

Risk management

Job description

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life.

A Little More About Your Role… The Cultural Heritage and Archaeology team is one of the largest heritage consultancies in the country. It works across the UK and Ireland and covers all aspects of the historic environment (archaeology, built heritage, setting and design) throughout the full lifecycle of projects.

We provide our clients with expert advice on an ever-increasing portfolio of heritage related enquiries that address the management of change in our historic environment. We work on high profile and large-scale infrastructure projects in the UK, Ireland and further afield as part of a multi-disciplinary team and aim to deliver high quality work while contributing to innovative approaches and challenges within the heritage sector.

You will be expected to lead fieldwork projects from planning and other consent applications and deliver bespoke archaeological strategies and works for developments and infrastructure. Much of your work will need to be able to withstand the test of public inquiry. Preferably, you will have a specialism, skill or area of knowledge that contributes to the development of the team and our wider business.

You will have a strong awareness of Health and Safety and risk management, in particular on fieldwork projects. Not only will you have a track record of successful project delivery, strong communication skills and the ability to develop and maintain excellent relationships with a range of clients and peers, you will have the drive and imagination to identify and pursue business development and marketing opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and assuring the work of one of our WSP-approved fieldwork subcontractors, both on-site and in the technical review of deliverables, including RAMS.
• Preparing competitive tenders and designing the scope and methodology for archaeological fieldwork in accordance with WSP Health and Safety protocols and requirements.
• Producing or contributing to archaeological desk-based assessment.
• Undertaking stakeholder, curator and client liaison.

Requirements

• Experience of archaeological fieldwork project management (project, financial and staff management).
• Robust knowledge of Ireland archaeology and history and also full knowledge of the planning process and relevant environmental / heritage legislation and guidance in Ireland.
• Experience in most or all of the following areas: heritage and planning, masterplanning, heritage conservation, heritage led-regeneration, recreation and tourism, heritage sustainability masterplanning, placemaking, multi-disciplinary collaboration and business development.
• Excellent writing skills, and are a good communicator and team player.
• A highly motivated, conscientious and efficient approach to work, and are able to meet deadlines and budget within a busy consultancy environment.

WSP is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society.

We are a Disability Confident leader, and we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.