Principal Archaeological Consultant

Lanpro is a market leading multi-disciplinary consultancy who specialise in Environment led Planning and Design. We work on projects at all scales within town, semi‑rural and rural contexts, across a variety of sectors that includes residential, historic sites and estates, renewable energy, infrastructure and mixed‑use commercial developments. About Lanpro Lanpro is a fast growing, unique and rewarding environment. Through its agile team and comprehensive service, it has allowed growth nationwide. Our Group now has access to offices in Norwich, London, Cambridge, Manchester, Edinburgh, York, Bath, Glasgow, Milton Keynes, Birmingham, Cardiff, Exeter and Chelmsford. Our multidisciplinary service spans across multiple disciplines. Our Group offerings now include Planning, Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), Ecology, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), Landscape Architecture, Architecture & Design, Arboriculture, Visualiation, Historic Environment, Acoustics, Air Quality, Civil Engineering, Geo‑environmental, MEP Building Services, Structures, Sustainability, Transport & Highways, Utilities, Water & Flood Risk. We thrive on creating a culture and environment which provides a great variety of projects, recognition of success, continuous professional development and collaboration across an array of different professions. To find out more about our culture, please click here. We are proud that together, our teams are supporting delivery of some of the largest solar and battery storage schemes in the United Kingdom and Europe. We have a strong pipeline of opportunities across the energy, residential and infrastructure sectors. We offer an environment that is diverse, entrepreneurial and encourages innovation and your professional development. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. We have an exciting opportunity for individuals with a strong archaeological fieldwork management background who are looking to transition into a career in archaeological and heritage consultancy. This role is designed for rapid career development, taking your practical fieldwork expertise and using it as the basis to step into a broader consultancy role. Lanpro is an environment‑led, multi‑disciplinary planning company and is one of the UK’s fastest‑growing consultancies. The Historic Environment team has been at the forefront of our growth, and we are looking for enthusiastic, ambitious, and commercially minded individuals to join us as we continue to expand. You will have broad archaeological fieldwork project management experience, including handling logistical management, as well as liaising with clients, LPAs, and stakeholders, to enable the delivery of successful archaeological excavations and surveys. This position will initially see you managing numerous excavations across multiple sites for one of our renewable energy Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) in the Midlands. This will include coordinating subcontractors, liaising with the relevant LPAs, dealing with clients and landowners, and supporting the project’s strategic lead. During this time, we will help you to develop your wider consultancy skills, providing training and opportunities to broaden your experience. This will include the production of DBAs, WSIs, and ES chapters, as well as contributing to business development across Lanpro. The role will be based out of Lanpro’s York office but will involve travel around the UK. Therefore, a full driving licence and access to a car are essential. Full membership of CIfA is also desirable. At Lanpro, success is celebrated and rewarded, and we want all staff to share in the benefits and success of the business. We offer an excellent employee benefits package, including a growth bonus scheme, medical insurance, and flexible working. See Our Team Benefits below. Please email a CV and covering letter to Fraser Gamblin (Head of People and Talent) at View email address on click.appcast.io. Alternatively, please contact Mitchell Pollington (Director of Historic Environment) at View email address on click.appcast.io if you would like further information or to organise an informal chat. If successful, key responsibilities will be: Management of all elements of archaeological fieldwork for NSIP projects under the direction of Lanpro’s strategic project lead. Ensuring all works adhere to approve documents (i.e. archaeological mitigation strategies and Written Schemes of Investigation) Production of supporting information for projects within time and budgets set by strategic project lead/line manager Day to day management and oversight of subcontracted fieldwork consultants Liaison, through maintenance of clear lines of communication, with advisors to LPAs, landowners and clients, as well as other relevant stakeholders. Logistical management of fieldwork projects. Financial management of fieldwork projects in liaison with strategic project lead Excellent knowledge and experience of on‑site health and safety, and welfare, requirements. Review of subcontractors RAMs and input into toolbox talks and safety briefings to contractors. Review and editing of subcontractor reports to ensure highest quality. Continual review of Archaeological Mitigation Strategies and associated Written Schemes of Investigation to ensure works are proportionate and in‑line with appropriate policy and guidance. Provision of robust advice to clients on the archaeological implications of proposed developments, including input into design alternatives. Undertaking site visits, site monitoring works and meetings with stakeholders. Procurement of sub‑contractor quotes and advising clients on resultant costs. Review of sub‑contractor RAMS Management and delivery of all relevant reports and project work within time and budgets, to the highest quality. Support in the production of fee proposals for a full range of archaeological work and input into multi‑disciplinary tenders. Production of archaeological DBAs, WSIs, and inputting into EIA and other documents (based on experience) – Lanpro will support in developing these skills as part of the role. Undertaking proactive business development and attending relevant events to increase Lanpro’s client base and revenue. Ensuring all Lanpro management and financial policies and processes are adhered to. The role will also include: Ensuring continuous improvement and innovation in processes and outputs. Promoting the highest standards of archaeological and heritage consultancy in line with our Registered Organisation status with the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists Maintaining a positive, collaborative working culture and effective communication across teams. Implementation of brand, marketing and communication strategies in line with the Lanpro business Ensuring Lanpro policies, systems and procedures are implemented and followed Holding self and others to account Qualifications & Experience Degree in relevant archaeology or related subject At least 3 years’ experience in a professional archaeological fieldwork role, to at least a Project Officer level or equivalent. Experience of managing large scale excavations. Experience of producing desk‑based assessments, WSIs and inputting into EIA documentation desirable – although training and support will be provided. Experience of quoting for work and inputting into fee proposals and tenders desirable Experience of liaising with clients, and negotiating with LPAs and stakeholders Excellent report writing and editing skills Experienced working as part of wider multi‑disciplinary teams Experience of project finances – budget, sub‑contractors quotes and invoicing desirable Full Member of the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (MCIfA) or working towards Essential Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Extensive and wide knowledge of British archaeology Excellent overall knowledge of the planning system and processes across the UK Proficient use of Microsoft Office Experience with AutoCAD and industry standard GIS software (e.g. QGIS or ArcGIS) Experience with Adobe suite software Clean driving licence Benefits Day One Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement Death in service cover Centrally based City offices Hybrid working environment (flexible work) Protected CPD (Department, individual and companywide) Professional Body membership contribution Enhanced Company pension Career progression framework and development, including two defined promotion windows annually. E Learning portal access Non contractual growth bonus scheme After Probation and Beyond Loyalty Leave (Continuous Service Accrued Annual Leave up to 5 days) Vitality Health Care - Private Medical Insurance Discounted Gym membership Discounts and perks - Amazon prime, Free Odeon Cinema tickets, Apple benefits and Cafe Nero Employee Assistance Program - including Financial and Mental Health support from external expertise. BUPA Cash Plan Employee Assistance Program - including Financial and Mental Health support from external expertise. Cycle to work scheme #J-18808-Ljbffr