Senior Archaeologist

Stantec; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional subscriptions

Training & progression

Flexible working

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Senior Archaeologist to deliver specialist archaeological advice across a diverse range of projects in Ireland. You will work with multidisciplinary teams, clients and statutory bodies to assess impacts, plan mitigations and manage licensing through fieldwork and post-excavation stages.

You will contribute to technical and conservation reports, develop stakeholder relationships, and drive project delivery within a flexible hybrid working model across multiple offices in

Qualifications

• Degree in Archaeology (NFQ Level 8 or equivalent) from an Irish or internationally recognised institution.
• Minimum of 10 years' post-graduate experience in archaeological assessment.
• Experience with archaeological licensing and consents in Ireland.
• Experience planning and managing archaeological excavation and investigation activities.
• Experience engaging with statutory bodies, stakeholders and consultees.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist archaeological advice across projects in Ireland.
• Manage licensing, fieldwork, monitoring and post-excavation activities.
• Contribute to conservation reports, technical reports and final archaeological reports.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to deliver projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Independent working

Team collaboration

Education

Archaeology degree (NFQ Level 8 or equivalent)

Job description

Are you an experienced Archaeologist looking for an opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across Ireland? Would you like to join a multidisciplinary team where you can use your expertise to help deliver sustainable solutions for our clients?

If so, our Senior Archaeologist opportunity could be the role for you.

This role can be based in any of our Stantec offices across Ireland , with hybrid working arrangements providing flexibility between office and home working.

About the role

As a Senior Archaeologist, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery of a wide range of projects across Ireland, providing specialist archaeological advice and ensuring that archaeological considerations are appropriately assessed and managed throughout the project lifecycle.

You will work closely with multidisciplinary project teams, clients, contractors and relevant statutory bodies, providing expert advice on archaeological assessment, impact assessment, mitigation and monitoring.

The role will involve managing archaeological requirements from initial assessment and licensing through to fieldwork, excavation, monitoring and post-excavation activities. You will also contribute to the preparation of technical reports, conservation reports and final project documentation.

You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, developing strong relationships with clients and stakeholders while contributing your archaeological expertise to projects that have a positive impact across Ireland.

About you

We are looking for an experienced Archaeologist with a strong background in archaeological assessment and project delivery. You will have extensive post-graduate experience and a thorough understanding of the archaeological licensing and consent requirements applicable in Ireland.

You will be confident working independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams, with strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with clients, contractors, statutory bodies and other stakeholders.

What you’ll need

• A degree in Archaeology (NFQ Level 8 or equivalent) from an Irish or internationally recognised institution.

• A minimum of 10 years' post-graduate experience in archaeological assessment.

• Appropriate archaeological licensing in Ireland and experience working within the requirements of relevant legislation, licences and consents.

• Proven experience in the preparation and management of appropriate archaeological licences and consents .

• Experience undertaking archaeological impact assessments and developing appropriate mitigation strategies.

• Experience planning and managing archaeological excavation and investigation activities in accordance with relevant licences and consents.

• Experience in archaeological monitoring of works , including working effectively with contractors and project teams.

• Experience engaging with and consulting relevant statutory bodies, stakeholders and other consultees .

• Experience managing and coordinating post-excavation specialists and associated requirements.

• Experience preparing conservation reports, technical reports and final archaeological reports .

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex archaeological matters clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work to agreed deadlines.

• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.

WHY JOIN US

• We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.

• We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025.

• We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered.

• We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment to assist with the growth of your career

• Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the Ireland - we want you to be part of it!

• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard!

About Stantec

Whether you’re starting out on your engineering career or are looking for a fresh challenge, Ryan Hanley, now part of Stantec, is a great career move.

Based in Dublin, Galway, Castlebar and Cork, we are actively recruiting for team players with experience in any of the following areas – water and wastewater treatment process and network design, integrated network management, structural design, site development, road and bridge engineering, project management and administration.

You’ll be working for a dynamic company with an excellent reputation in the industry.

Stantec, offers a great working environment amongst friendly professionals with an emphasis on teamwork. It’s a company where your ideas and opinions will be valued and your efforts recognised and rewarded.

We have been awarded the silver Investors in Diversity accreditation by the Irish Centre for Diversity for our commitment to quality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in the workplace.

ReqID: 9522

Other Locations: Castlebar, Cork, Galway, Dublin