PROJECT SUPERVISOR (SHEFFIELD)

York Archaeology; Sheffield (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

York Archaeology is seeking a Project Supervisor (Fieldwork) to lead and supervise field programmes in the UK from our Sheffield base. The role involves coordinating small to medium field teams, delivering excavation, survey and recording within time and budget constraints, with some away-from-home trips.

Successful candidates will have a degree in archaeology, at least 3 years’ experience, a full UK driving licence, and a willingness to drive YA vehicles.

Qualifications

• A degree in archaeology or related discipline.
• 3+ years demonstrable field experience.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to drive YA vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Supervise fieldwork programmes within time and budget constraints.
• Oversee small- to medium-sized field teams across site types.
• Involve independent excavation, survey and recording; contribute to post-excavation analysis and reporting.

Skills

Team supervision

Site supervision

Driving licence

Willingness to travel

Education

Archaeology degree

Job description

About The Role

Title: Project Supervisor (Fieldwork)

Location: SHEFFIELD *

Salary: £29,398 – £31,008 p.a. dependent on experience

Hours of Work: 37 Hours

Permanent contracts available following completion of 3-month probationary period

travel to sites across the UK will be required

As part of the York Archaeological Trust, York Archaeology delivers commercial archaeological services from offices in York, Sheffield, and Nottingham. We operate world‑famous heritage attractions in York alongside provision of UK‑wide excavation, survey, consultancy, conservation services, research, and an unmatched commitment to dissemination, engagement, and public benefit.

We require Project Supervisors to assist with implementing agreed programmes of fieldwork within strict time and budgetary constraints. This could include the supervision of small to medium field teams, independent excavation, survey and recording, or elements of post‑excavation analysis and reporting. Applicants will be expected to work locally within the region and farther afield; please note that a considerable proportion of our fieldwork programme can require teams to stay away from home during the week. Accommodation, transport and subsistence will be provided.

Essential Criteria

• A degree in archaeology or related discipline and an appropriate level of demonstrable experience (3+ years)
• Experience supervising plant, and overseeing small- to medium‑sized teams across a varied portfolio of site types
• A full, UK driving licence; and willingness to drive teams, YA crew vehicles and welfare vans where required, following successful completion of our driver’s training course

Desirable Criteria

• CIfA membership would be advantageous, but not essential
• A First Aid at Work certificate would be advantageous, but not essential
• Experience in technical report writing at a commercial level (i.e. production of WSIs and grey literature) or a willingness to learn the same.

Successful candidates must provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Closing Date: Friday 25th September 2026*

• If suitable candidates are identified prior to the above closing date then the application process may be closed