SPA Archaeologist

Anglian Water Services Limited; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water infrastructure organization is looking for an Archaeologist to support the Strategic Pipeline Alliance from their Peterborough office. This role involves producing risk maps, conducting assessments, and collaborating with teams to ensure project success. Candidates should have experience with ArcGIS and a strong background in archaeology. Flexible and hybrid working options are available.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Diversity and Inclusion initiatives

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Ability to produce archaeological risk maps and assessments.
• Experience in site walkovers and gathering baseline information.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce archaeological risk maps identifying areas of risk.
• Utilize ArcGIS without support.
• Collaborate with team for updates on risk mapping.

Skills

ArcGIS software proficiency

Experience in archaeological and historic baselines

Collaborative mindset

Cost control and programme management

Flexibility across projects

Effective written and verbal communication

Job description

Overview

Join Anglian Water's Strategic Pipeline Alliance as an Archaeologist.

Location: Flexible/Hybrid work from Peterborough office and home

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about contributing to one of the UK's most ambitious water infrastructure projects? The Strategic Pipeline Alliance (SPA) is searching for an Archaeologist to support and enhance our project delivery team.

What will you be doing as our new Archaeologist?

You will be responsible for the successful production of archaeology and heritage inputs for the delivery of the Strategic Pipeline, reporting to the SPA Archaeology Discipline Lead.

This role will initially involve the production of archaeological risk-mapping using ArcGIS and MS Excel, to collate a baseline understanding of potential project risk. The role will then require the use of the risk-mapping to inform the production of Historic Environment Desk-Based Assessments.

You will also provide support in the design and management of archaeological surveys, evaluations and other types of intrusive fieldwork should they be required. You will support the whole SPA Archaeology Team (SAT) where needed; tasks include authoring written deliverables and producing supporting maps for specifications.

Successful delivery of the role will require you to work in collaboration with all other archaeology team members, the delivery team, and other disciplines ensuring technical consistency is maintained across the team and the SPA programme.

Key responsibilities

• You will produce archaeological risk maps identifying areas of high, moderate and low risk.
• Utilise ArcGIS software without support.
• Work in collaboration with other SAT members and share updates with the team on a regular basis.
• Use the information gathered during the risk-mapping exercise to produce historic environment desk-based assessments.
• Attend site walkovers and visit archives and record offices to gather baseline information.
• Use the information gathered during the risk-mapping and desk-based assessments to inform the design of archaeological surveys and evaluations.
• You will utilise your experience of archaeological fieldwork to inform the design.

Skills, experience and behaviours

This job might be for you if you have:

• The ability to use ArcGIS software to produce mapping and datasets
• Demonstrable experience producing archaeological and historic baselines, impact assessments and deliverable figures.
• A collaborative mindset who facilitates the sharing of historic environment information across project and delivery teams.
• The ability to take personal responsibility for supporting programme delivery, particularly in the areas of adopting risk-based approaches, cost control and programme management.
• The ability to work flexibly across several projects, and to meet required deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication, and organization/analytical skills.

Not only do we look for the best talent to join us on our journey, we also look for individuals to demonstrate key behaviours that align with our values and beliefs.

Working with the highest degree of integrity, we want SPA employees to take ownership and accountability for their outputs and be driven to continuously improve how they work. SPA employees should act with the customer's best interest at heart, be clear and transparent communicators and be passionate about operating in an ethical fashion.

If you are looking for a career opportunity, working in an innovative forward-thinking environment please apply today!

Why Join SPA?

The Strategic Pipeline Alliance Project is at the exciting delivery stage, with additional projects lined up for AMP8. At SPA, we embrace innovation, digital technology, and collaboration with our partners, including Farrans, MMB, Costain, Jacobs, and Atkins.

Together, we're combating climate change and securing clean water for generations to come.

• Flexible Working: We support flexible schedules to suit your lifestyle if the role allows.
• Location: Our office is in Peterborough, with operational hubs across the project area.
• Diversity and Inclusion: SPA is committed to building an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone. Whatever your background, if this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.

Our Purpose

Our mission is simple yet vital: To Make the East of England Resilient to the Effects of Drought. Join us in shaping a sustainable future while being part of a team where everyone can thrive.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and excited to lead in a transformative environment, we'd love to hear from you!

SPA is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and recruit based on merit and potential, ensuring every colleague feels a sense of belonging.

Take the Next Step

If you're passionate about delivering innovative infrastructure solutions and want to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of Anglian Water's journey to build a more sustainable, water-secure future.