Archaeologist

Transport Infrastructure Ireland; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport Infrastructure Ireland invites an Archaeologist to join the Southern Team of the Archaeology and Heritage Section, reporting to the Senior Archaeologist. The role covers national road, greenway, active travel and public transport schemes across multiple counties, with responsibilities to manage heritage projects and ensure compliance with TII policies.

You will advise on archaeology implications, lead on policy development, engage with stakeholders including national bodies, and

Qualifications

• Degree in Archaeology (NFQ Level 8 or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years experience managing archaeology/cultural heritage projects.
• Satisfactory knowledge of Irish archaeology policy and legislation.
• Knowledge of archaeology practice including survey, remote sensing, excavation and planning/development issues.
• Experience in management of excavation/post-excavation and dissemination from inception to completion.
• Strong technical training, analytical skills and IT proficiency.
• Commitment to quality in delivery of work.
• Excellent report writing and editorial skills with ability to produce high quality analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with ability to influence stakeholders.
• Fluent English and driving licence.
• Experience of cultural heritage impact assessment on large-scale development projects.
• Experience of management of archaeology/cultural heritage on large-scale development projects.
• Eligible to hold an archaeological excavation licence.
• Experience of creation and management of digital data and GIS proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Fulfil the duties of Project Archaeologist on schemes as assigned by TII.
• Advise on archaeology implications and risks for schemes at all stages.
• Support the Senior Engineer and project teams in heritage management.
• Represent TII on national committees and fora.
• Develop relationships with stakeholders including National Monuments Service and museums.
• Prepare strategies for dissemination and responses to inquiries.
• Oversee procurement and contracts for heritage services.
• Create and maintain digital data relating to archaeology for schemes.
• Promote TII archaeology work at fora locally and internationally.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Communication skills

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Report writing

IT proficiency

Education

NFQ Level 8 Archaeology degree

5+ years experience managing archaeology projects

Knowledge of Irish archaeology policy & legislation

Tools

GIS

Remote sensing

Job description

Reporting to the Senior Archaeologist, the Archaeologist will work as a member of the Southern Team within TII's Archaeology and Heritage Section. The Southern Team currently oversees archaeology/cultural heritage on projects in counties Carlow, Cork, Kerry, Kilkenny, Limerick, Clare, Tipperary, Waterford and Wexford. Noting that specific team configuration and county/scheme allocations are subject to change and TII priorities.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Fulfil the duties of Project Archaeologist on national road, greenway, active travel and/or public transport schemes (or such other schemes as may be determined by TII/government policy in the future), hereafter 'relevant schemes', as assigned by TII in accordance with the Code of Practice for Archaeology, 2017.
• Carrying out the role of Project Archaeologist in accordance with TII policies and guidelines.
• Contribute to the on-going review and development of relevant policy, guidelines and standards by TII's Archaeology and Heritage Section.
• Advising on the archaeology/cultural heritage implications and associated risks for relevant schemes at all stages (TII Project Management Guidelines (PMG) Phase 0-7) and developing strategies/proposals to manage or mitigate them.
• Support the Senior Engineer and their project teams (TII or local authority) in the management of archaeology/cultural heritage on relevant schemes.
• Represent TII on national committees and fora, as required.
• Support TII Divisions in the management and delivery of archaeology/cultural heritage services for relevant schemes.
• Work collaboratively with team members in the Archaeology and Heritage Section, with other TII Divisions, local authority project teams and technical advisors.
• Develop strong and effective relationships with archaeology/cultural heritage consultants.
• Develop strong and effective relationships with key stakeholders, including the National Monuments Service, the National Museum of Ireland, local authority heritage professionals, the Digital Repository of Ireland, staff and researchers in third level institutions.
• Develop and foster effective relationships with relevant stakeholders in the voluntary, community and local education sectors as appropriate.
• Develop and implement strategies for the dissemination of information to the public on archaeology/cultural heritage discoveries associated with relevant schemes, including an appropriate publications strategy.
• Assist in the preparation of responses to questions from elected representatives, the media and members of the public.
• Support TII and project teams in the preparation of materials requested under the Freedom of Information and Access to Environmental Information legislation.
• Report to the TII Senior Archaeologist and Head of Archaeology and Heritage on matters pertaining to the management of the archaeology/cultural heritage on relevant schemes including procurement, budget, programme, staffing, compliance, sustainability and dissemination.
• Preparing and updating estimates of costs of archaeology/cultural heritage services for the project team as part of the preparation and on-going revision of the Total Scheme Budget for the duration of the project.
• Participating as a member of the project team in managing archaeology/cultural heritage services procurement and contracts in accordance with relevant procurement guidelines and standards.
• Participating as a member of the project team in managing all aspects of the archaeology/cultural heritage services during PMG Phases 1-7, including the work of archaeology/cultural heritage consultants, overseeing conduct, quality and cost of services.
• Developing a proposed specification and programme for archaeology/cultural heritage services during PMG Phases 2-6 in consultation with the project team - including deciding level of archaeology/cultural heritage investigations, timing of same, and preparation of tender documents in partnership with the project team.
• Preparing applications for Ministerial Directions/Ministerial Consents.
• Reviewing and approving method statements for archaeological licences/consents/ registration number applications prepared by archaeology/cultural heritage consultants in accordance with the contract.
• Oversee and ensure compliance with Ministerial Directions, Ministerial Consents and archaeological licenses.
• Working to minimise delays and/or other risks to relevant scheme programmes.
• Providing professional heritage advice in legal processes associated with assigned relevant schemes as the need arises.
• Participating as required in mediations, conciliations and arbitrations where archaeology/cultural heritage services are concerned.
• Direct and oversee the work of Resident Archaeologist(s) as may be required by TII and/or its project partners to assist in the delivery of relevant schemes.
• Create, maintain and update digital data relating to archaeology/cultural heritage for relevant schemes in accordance with best practice and the requirements of TII, its partners and stakeholders.
• Promoting the archaeology/cultural heritage work of TII at relevant fora, locally, nationally and internationally.
• To undertake such tasks, activities or other duties as may be required or assigned as appropriate to the grade.

Education & Experience

• A degree or third level professional qualification (NFQ Level 8 or equivalent) in Archaeology.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a responsible position managing archaeology/cultural heritage projects.
• Have satisfactory knowledge of Irish archaeology/cultural heritage, relevant policy and legislation (national, EU and international).
• Have a satisfactory knowledge and experience of archaeology/cultural heritage, management and practice including survey, remote sensing, archaeological excavation and planning/ development issues at a senior level.
• Be able to demonstrate significant knowledge and experience of the management of archaeological excavation/post-excavation and dissemination, from inception to completion.
• Have a high standard of technical training, analytical skills and IT proficiency.
• Have a strong commitment to quality in the delivery of work.
• Have good report writing and editorial skills together with an ability to produce high quality analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, with the ability to communicate with and influence a wide range of stakeholders at varying levels.
• Have good analytical skills and a creative approach to problem solving.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills, ability to manage and lead highly skilled and competent team from a variety of backgrounds, with an ability to lead and motivate others to deliver objectives.
• Be an effective team player with stakeholder management capabilities as they relate to the responsibilities of this post.
• Have a strong commitment to public safety and to the safety of those working for TII and on behalf of TII.
• Fluency in the English language, both written and oral.
• Currently hold and maintain a full driving licence.
• Experience of cultural heritage impact assessment processes on large-scale development projects.
• Experience of the management of archaeology/cultural heritage on large-scale development projects.
• Eligible to hold an archaeological excavation licence.
• Experience of the creation and management of digital data and/or proficiency in GIS.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 1st October at 12pm.

Transport Infrastructure Ireland is committed to a policy of equal opportunity.