Heritage Project Lead (Fieldwork) – Hybrid

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Flexible hours

Health & wellbeing support

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is hiring for a position focused on managing archaeological projects in Birmingham. This role is crucial for overseeing fieldwork and requires a combination of technical expertise and business acumen. The position offers a chance to work on high-profile infrastructure projects while advocating for health and safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have experience in project management within archaeology as well as excellent communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with clients and peers.

Benefits include flexible working arrangements, inclusivity initiatives, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Track record of successful project delivery.
• Ability to maintain relationships with clients and peers.
• Motivated approach to work and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver archaeology projects focusing on fieldwork.
• Prepare tenders and design methodologies for archaeological fieldwork.
• Liaise with stakeholders and clients throughout projects.

Skills

Archaeological fieldwork project management

Communication skills

Business development

Knowledge of heritage legislation

Team collaboration

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is hiring for a position focused on managing archaeological projects in Birmingham. This role is crucial for overseeing fieldwork and requires a combination of technical expertise and business acumen. The position offers a chance to work on high-profile infrastructure projects while advocating for health and safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have experience in project management within archaeology as well as excellent communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with clients and peers.

Benefits include flexible working arrangements, inclusivity initiatives, and professional development opportunities.