Archaeological Clerk of Works in Bury St Edmunds

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.We are looking to recruit ACoWs to meet demand from infrastructure clients to support their projects. We would particularly welcome applicants local to our Bury St Edmunds office, but successful candidates can be based at any of the Dalcour Maclaren offices around the UK so long as you are willing to travel. The role could be part time or full time, but will involve working away from home.As an Archaeological Clerk of Works you will:Work collaboratively within the Archaeology and Built Heritage Team and the wider Environment & Planning Division by providing technical advice to clients and colleaguesAttend site to support clients in the management of archaeological field workMonitor the progress and quality of archaeological field work being undertakenCheck for compliance with written schemes of investigation and other project documentationIdentify archaeological risks to clientsRecommend measures to clients to manage archaeological risksMaintain excellent written records and prepare reports on progress, quality and risksTrack, report and seek agreement for any changes to scopeRepresent the client in meetings with curators, archaeological contractors and construction teamsAct as a sounding board for client proposals in relation to archaeological mattersUndertake watching brief work for short periods of time as required to support a clientWork to defined budgets and timetablesThe successful candidate will have:Experience of undertaking commercial archaeological field work in the UK (minimum of 5 years), to have included the supervision of site staffExperience of preparing and completing work to the specification set out in a written scheme of investigationAn inquisitive approach to archaeological work, with an aptitude for problem solving and strategic thinkingHave excellent communication skills with an ability to explain project requirements clearly and precisely, both written and verballyAn understanding of the drivers of UK commercial archaeology, specifically the primary legislation, policies and guidance pertaining to the historic environmentGood organisational & communication skills including excellent verbal and written skillsExcellent team working skills but able to act on their own initiativeWorking knowledge of MS Office and a GIS packageFull clean UK Driving licence is essentialMembership of CIfA, at Practitioner or Associate level (or IHBC) is desirableBenefits: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.