Senior Archaeology and Built Heritage Consultant

Job Description

At Dalcour Maclaren, we’re key players in the Utilities and Infrastructure industry, bringing the UK and Ireland closer to Net Zero every day. Our land, environmental and geospatial experts work together to unlock the consents needed by our clients to deliver key projects. Our services include land access and assembly, agricultural liaison, planning, environmental impact assessments and geospatial mapping. Join us, and play your part in helping us to achieve our vision; to be the professional services team of choice, leading the Utilities and Infrastructure industry to a sustainable future.Dalcour Maclaren are recruiting a senior archaeology and built heritage consultant to join our expanding team in Stirling, Scotland.As a Senior Archaeology and Built Heritage consultant you will:Work collaboratively within the Archaeology and Built Heritage Team and the wider Environment & Planning Team by providing advice and support to colleaguesPrepare Archaeological DBAs and/or Built Heritage Statements and EIA chapters to a high standardDesign and develop programmes for a variety of fieldwork projects across a wide range of business sectors through consultation and the production of WSI and Mitigation StrategiesSource and commission archaeological fieldwork, geophysical and other archaeological and heritage surveysOversee site works as a Clerk of WorksCo-ordinate consultations with curators, stakeholders, clients and contractors;Report on small scale field workSupervise and mentor junior member of the teamPrepare fee proposalsManage project budgets and deadlines effectivelyThe successful candidate will have:An understanding of the drivers of UK commercial archaeology, specifically the primary legislation, policies and guidance pertaining to the historic environment,Demonstrable practical experience in commercial archaeology, consultancy, built heritage or curatorial work (as a guide – c5 years of experience),Full clean UK Driving licenceMembership of CIfA, at Associate or Member level (or IHBC) or be willing to joinGood organisational & communication skillsExcellent team working skills but able to act on their own initiativeWorking knowledge of MS Office and a GIS packageExcellent verbal and written skillsParticular interest will be given to those individuals who seek to expand their experience of, or interest in Historic Building Recording, Geoarchaeology or to develop their role as an archaeological clerk of works on larger scale projects.Benefits:Annual bonus scheme25 days annual leave plus 1 day to celebrate your birthdayVitality Health Membership (including Private healthcare, subsidised gym membership and other discounts)Flexible working through our ‘Flexible Advantage’ supporting working families & your work/life balancePension Scheme via The Peoples PensionLife insurance (4x Base Salary)Cycle to work scheme26 Weeks paid Maternity Leave4 Weeks paid Paternity LeaveBHN Extras – provides discounted gift cards for hundreds of popular retailersElectric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (provided by Octopus Electric Vehicles) effective at 1 years’ serviceSabbatical Policy effective at 3 years’ serviceProfessional development – paid study leaveMilitary service paid leave (7.5 days per year)Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) plus wider Mental Health & Wellbeing support2 x Company-wide events every year, in addition to multiple office socials throughout the yearDalcour Maclaren is an equal opportunities employer.