Senior Archaeologist (Hybrid) - Irelandwide Impact

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

Job summary

Stantec seeks a Senior Archaeologist to join a multidisciplinary team across Ireland. You will provide archaeological expertise from licensing through fieldwork and reporting, working in a hybrid setup between offices and home.

The role emphasizes client liaison, project management and delivering high-quality archaeological outcomes. You’ll bring a strong post-graduate track record, extensive licensing experience, and the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and

Qualifications

• An Archaeology degree at NFQ Level 8 or equivalent from an Irish or international institution.
• Minimum of 10 years' post-graduate experience in archaeological assessment.
• Appropriate archaeological licensing in Ireland and experience with licences and consents.
• Experience preparing and managing archaeological licences and consents.
• Experience undertaking archaeological impact assessments and developing mitigation strategies.
• Experience planning and managing excavation and investigation activities.
• Experience monitoring works with contractors and project teams.
• Experience engaging with statutory bodies, stakeholders and consultees.
• Experience coordinating post-excavation specialists and associated requirements.
• Experience preparing conservation, technical and final archaeological reports.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to explain complex matters clearly.
• Strong organisational and project management skills with deadlines.
• Collaborative approach within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of diverse projects across Ireland with specialist archaeological advice.
• Manage licensing from initial assessment through fieldwork and monitoring.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical, conservation and final reports.
• Engage with clients, contractors, statutory bodies and stakeholders.

Skills

Licensing experience

Impact assessments

Excavation planning

Monitoring works

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Communication

Education

Degree in Archaeology (NFQ Level 8 or equivalent)

Job description

Stantec seeks a Senior Archaeologist to join a multidisciplinary team across Ireland. You will provide archaeological expertise from licensing through fieldwork and reporting, working in a hybrid setup between offices and home.

The role emphasizes client liaison, project management and delivering high-quality archaeological outcomes. You’ll bring a strong post-graduate track record, extensive licensing experience, and the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and