Project Manager

Archaeological Research Services Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-performing archaeological consultancy in the UK seeks a Project Manager to oversee multiple archaeological projects. The role requires strong leadership, project management skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. You will be responsible for planning staff allocations, managing project metrics, and ensuring work is completed on time and within budget. This full-time position offers competitive salary, bonuses, and a supportive work environment. Some remote working options are available, with an immediate start possible.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Attractive pension contribution

Life assurance cover

Industry-leading training and development

Health cash plan

28 days annual leave

Accommodation for away work

Full PPE and workwear provided

CIfA subscription fees covered

Qualifications

• Highly motivated and proactive individual.
• Able to manage multiple projects and people.
• Excellent communicator with strong organizational abilities.
• Confident in report writing and quality-checking.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and deliver archaeological projects.
• Plan staff allocations and maintain project metrics.
• Produce risk assessments and manage quality assurance.
• Ensure timely invoicing and accurate WIP calculations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Excel

Negotiation skills

Familiarity with NEC4 contracts

Education

Competent archaeologist or construction/QS background

Tools

Microsoft Project

GIS software

Job description

Project Manager | Bakewell / Sheffield / Tyneside / Sale / Bedford (with some remote working) | Full Time | £38,000–£46,000 (DOE)

Are you a highly motivated, go-getter with an ability to oversee multiple projects, people and plans?

Do you have a passion for delivering value and benefit through archaeology?

Are you an exceptional communicator, highly organised, efficient and with a high work-rate?

Archaeological Research Services Ltd is a high-performing archaeological consultancy with a professional yet friendly culture, known for delivering high-quality commercial and research-based projects across the UK. Our Field Archaeology division is central to our success, and we pride ourselves on having many outstanding performers within our team.

We maintain a sector-leading commitment to staff development, providing extensive training opportunities and supporting each member of staff to reach their full potential. With offices in Bakewell, Sheffield, Tyneside, Sale and Bedford, we operate nationally and offer a supportive working environment where motivated individuals can thrive.

What's in it for you?

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme linked to company performance

Attractive company pension contribution

Life assurance cover

Industry-leading training, development and clear career progression

Health cash plan with a wide range of wellbeing services and financial support

Discounts and rewards on health, fitness and entertainment

28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), with additional days awarded for length of service

Accommodation and subsistence provided for away work

Full PPE and company-branded workwear supplied

100% of CIfA subscription fees covered

A friendly, professional and high-performing culture with support to reach your full potential

Permanent role following a 6-month probation period

Immediate starts available

Are you the right person for the job?

You’ll thrive in this role if you are :

A highly motivated, proactive individual with strong leadership skills

Able to manage multiple projects, people and deadlines with discipline and accuracy

An excellent communicator with strong organisational and record‑keeping abilities

Business‑focused, efficient and comfortable delivering to budget and timescales

A competent archaeologist or someone from a construction / QS background with experience in NEC4 contracts

Confident writing, reviewing and quality‑checking reports

Experienced in negotiating with local authority archaeologists and coordinating post‑excavation processes

Skilled in Microsoft Excel, with bonus points for experience using Microsoft Project or GIS

Knowledgeable in British Archaeology and able to support reporting, editing or publication work

What will your role look like?

As a Project Manager within our Field Archaeology division, you will :

Oversee and deliver a wide range of archaeological projects from start to completion

Plan staff allocations, maintain project metrics and ensure accurate invoicing

Be accountable to the Head of Field Archaeology for delivering work on time and on budget

Complete commercial and research‑based archaeological work to the required standards

Produce risk assessments, manage quality assurance and check reports

Coordinate site visits, attend our Bakewell HQ regularly and manage project‑related travel

Ensure invoices are raised promptly, and WIP is calculated accurately

You will be based at one of our offices in Bakewell, Sheffield, Tyneside, Sale or Bedford, with some flexibility for remote working.

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