Heritage Consultant

BWB Consulting is a renowned engineering and environmental design consultancy, celebrated for our commitment to technical excellence and unparalleled client satisfaction. Our dedication to delivering exceptional results has earned us multiple awards, including the prestigious ACE Best Large Consultancy of the year 2022.

Furthermore, we are honoured to hold the Platinum Investors In People rating, and Gold We Invest in Wellbeing rating, a testament to our unwavering focus on our people and our standing as an employer of choice.

• We strive for excellence in everything we do, delivering top-tier solutions and exceeding client expectations.
• We embrace innovation and continuously seek new and better ways to address challenges and drive progress.
• We uphold the highest standards of integrity, honesty, and professionalism in all our interactions.
• We foster a culture of collaboration, working closely with clients and partners to achieve shared goals.
• We are committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship, integrating sustainable practices into our work to create a positive impact on the world around us.

Join BWB, a company recognised with the Gold accreditation for We Invest in Wellbeing, highlighting our commitment to exceptional wellbeing practices. We are also proud to maintain our Platinum status in We Invest in People, reflecting our ongoing dedication to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. Be part of a team that values continuous improvement and strives to make work better for everyone.

When you join BWB, you become part of a community that values your contributions and empowers you to make a difference. Whether it’s through your work on impactful projects, engagement with local communities, or advancement of your own career, you will have the opportunity to leave a lasting mark on the world.

This is an opportunity for a Heritage Consultant who has a broad range of specialisms to join our dynamic Heritage Team. The team’s success has been built on helping Clients deliver sustainable, viable and implementable schemes on complex sites across multiple sectors. BWB offer tangible career progression, with clear frameworks and competencies. Field archaeologists or heritage professionals with relevant transferable skills who are looking to explore a new career in consultancy will also be considered. The vacancy is within our Leeds office, but you would be working on multiple projects, across the UK.

BWB’s Heritage Team deliver a range of services for projects that vary in scale and include infrastructure, housing and renewable development. BWB’s involvement ranges from early feasibility, pre-planning surveys and written assessments through to developing scopes for a range of fieldwork opportunities which we then implement and monitor, resulting in the successful discharge of planning conditions.

You will be contributing to the management of projects across multiple sectors, providing consultancy advice to Clients, helping in the development of fieldwork scopes and the production of project designs for fieldwork, producing heritage assessments, and helping to prepare fee proposals and tenders.

We welcome applications from field archaeologists or heritage professionals with relevant transferable skills who are looking to explore a new career in consultancy. BWB will develop you as a consultant. We value professional accreditation such as CIfA and/or IHBC or a candidate willing to work towards accreditation.

• Supporting Clients on projects both locally and throughout the UK as required;
• Providing archaeological/heritage services during all aspects of the development cycle;
• Preparing fee proposals and tenders and exploring new business opportunities;
• Contributing to the management of projects across multiple sectors;
• Independently delivering archaeological/heritage projects with senior oversight;
• Producing archaeological/heritage assessments and reports;
• Providing consultancy advice to internal and external Clients and stakeholders;
• Dealing directly with sub-contractors, Clients and stakeholders;
• Developing fieldwork methodologies and managing the process from its implementation, including sub-contractor supervision, through to its completion;
• Managing multiple projects with concurrent deadlines and competing demands;
• Communicating and working effectively as part of a team, but with a degree of autonomy expected;
• Delivering a high-quality service to Clients, with cost-effective and innovative solutions;
• Working collaboratively, inputting into projects across the BWB Offices.

• A degree in an Archaeological/Heritage related subject;
• Experience or knowledge of a wide variety of heritage reports, including Desk-Based Assessments, Heritage Appraisals, Specifications, Written Schemes of Investigation, Project Designs, and chapters for Environmental Statements;
• A good overall level of knowledge of British archaeology and fieldwork techniques;
• Excellent report writing, verbal & written communication skills;
• Experience in using GIS;
• Experience of working independently and managing own workload;
• Proven experience of delivering projects to time with no compromise on quality and within cost constraints;
• Ability to project manage with a strong focus on Client care and delivery;
• Skills and ability to work within high performing teams;
• Willingness to travel and a full driving license are essential to the role.

• Empowering You to Be Your Most Authentic Self - We foster an inclusive environment where you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work every day.
• Competitive Salary - We offer a competitive salary package to recognise and reward your contributions.
• Pension - BWB matches 5% of your salary into your pension, helping you save for a secure future.
• Generous Holiday Allowance - Enjoy 25 days of annual leave with the option to purchase additional days for more flexibility.
• Life Assurance - We provide life assurance coverage of 4 times your salary to offer peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
• Wellbeing Support - Access qualified, confidential support through Westfield Health to prioritise your mental and physical wellbeing. We also offer a healthcare cash plan to assist with medical expenses.
• Driving Your Own Experience - Our values-driven culture empowers you to take ownership of your professional journey and shape your career path and hybrid working options provide flexibility to balance work and personal commitments.
• Learning & Development Opportunities - Access personalised, fully funded learning and development programs to enhance your skills and knowledge. We also offer support for charterships and paid professional subscriptions to further your professional development.
• Other Benefits - Enjoy exclusive savings, discounts, free advice, and other benefits.
• Health and Wellness Initiative - Participate in the Cycle to Work scheme to promote physical activity and eco-friendly commuting. Paid volunteering days to give back to your community and make a positive impact. Regular social events to foster team bonding and celebrate achievements. Long service reward scheme to recognise your dedication and commitment to BWB Consulting.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. If you have a medical condition or an individual need for an adjustment to our process, and you believe this may affect your ability to be your best - please let us know so we can talk about how we can best support you and make any adjustments that may be needed.