Project Manager - Archaeology

Salary/Rate:£Competitive
Town/City:Sheffield
County:South Yorkshire
Sector:Natural Environment
Job ref:1237888
Post Date:06.06.25
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About the Role

Are you a seasoned archaeologist ready to move into a strategic, client-facing role within a forward-thinking and collaborative consultancy?

Ocean to Earth Recruitment is proud to partner with a long-standing, values-driven environmental consultancy to appoint a Project Manager – Archaeology. With over three decades of heritage expertise across the UK, this team is passionate about delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions while nurturing a culture that empowers its people.

Based in Sheffield, with hybrid working options and offices nationwide, our client offers the best of both worlds—local insight with national impact. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company where your work contributes to real-world environmental and heritage outcomes.


Why This Role?

Whether you're already operating at project manager level or looking to transition into a more senior delivery and client-led position, this role offers the chance to grow in a supportive environment where collaboration and integrity come first.

You’ll be part of a well-respected, multidisciplinary team managing a broad portfolio of archaeological and environmental projects. From mentoring junior colleagues to liaising directly with clients and overseeing fieldwork, you’ll play a key role in delivering projects that make a real difference.

Our client invests in their team’s success—with flexible working, professional development, mentoring, and a strong wellbeing ethos. If you're looking for a role with purpose, impact, and room to grow, this is the place to do it.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and deliver archaeological projects from initial quotation to completion, ensuring time, budget, and quality targets are met.

  • Play an active role in business development and cross-sector collaboration.

  • Build and maintain strong client relationships while identifying new opportunities for growth.

  • Oversee and attend site-based projects, coordinating teams, subcontractors, and resources.

  • Ensure legal, procedural, and professional compliance across all project stages.

  • Contribute to internal systems through accurate record-keeping, reporting, and invoicing.

  • Deliver public and community engagement activities such as lectures or events.

  • Line manage and mentor designated staff, supporting career development and training.

  • Work collaboratively with internal teams to address resource gaps and project needs.

  • Embody and promote company values: collaboration, professionalism, inclusivity, and integrity.


What You’ll Bring:

  • Strong archaeological fieldwork and project management experience, ideally within the UK.

  • Familiarity with UK planning policy, legislation, and heritage regulations.

  • Demonstrated ability to manage multidisciplinary projects and lead teams.

  • Confident in developing client relationships and spotting commercial opportunities.

  • Experience mentoring or training early-career professionals.

  • Excellent communication skills and a proactive, solution-focused mindset.

  • An inclusive and team-first approach to leadership and project delivery.


What’s on Offer:

  • Join a mission-led team where your contribution genuinely matters.

  • Work on diverse, high-impact archaeological and environmental projects across the UK.

  • Flexible and hybrid working, with a strong commitment to work-life balance.

  • Professional development, mentoring, and clear progression pathways.

  • Collaborative, inclusive team culture that values honesty, openness, and support.

  • Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.


Interested?

If you're ready to bring your archaeological expertise into a role with impact, visibility, and career potential, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out to Ocean to Earth Recruitment today to learn more about this opportunity and how it could align with your next move.

Are you a seasoned archaeologist ready to move into a strategic, client-facing role within a forward-thinking and collaborative consultancy?

Ocean to Earth Recruitment is proud to partner with a long-standing, values-driven environmental consultancy to appoint a Project Manager – Archaeology. With over three decades of heritage expertise across the UK, this team is passionate about delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions while nurturing a culture that empowers its people.

Based in Sheffield, with hybrid working options and offices nationwide, our client offers the best of both worlds—local insight with national impact. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company where your work contributes to real-world environmental and heritage outcomes.


Why This Role?

Whether you're already operating at project manager level or looking to transition into a more senior delivery and client-led position, this role offers the chance to grow in a supportive environment where collaboration and integrity come first.

You’ll be part of a well-respected, multidisciplinary team managing a broad portfolio of archaeological and environmental projects. From mentoring junior colleagues to liaising directly with clients and overseeing fieldwork, you’ll play a key role in delivering projects that make a real difference.

Our client invests in their team’s success—with flexible working, professional development, mentoring, and a strong wellbeing ethos. If you're looking for a role with purpose, impact, and room to grow, this is the place to do it.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and deliver archaeological projects from initial quotation to completion, ensuring time, budget, and quality targets are met.

  • Play an active role in business development and cross-sector collaboration.

  • Build and maintain strong client relationships while identifying new opportunities for growth.

  • Oversee and attend site-based projects, coordinating teams, subcontractors, and resources.

  • Ensure legal, procedural, and professional compliance across all project stages.

  • Contribute to internal systems through accurate record-keeping, reporting, and invoicing.

  • Deliver public and community engagement activities such as lectures or events.

  • Line manage and mentor designated staff, supporting career development and training.

  • Work collaboratively with internal teams to address resource gaps and project needs.

  • Embody and promote company values: collaboration, professionalism, inclusivity, and integrity.


What You’ll Bring:

  • Strong archaeological fieldwork and project management experience, ideally within the UK.

  • Familiarity with UK planning policy, legislation, and heritage regulations.

  • Demonstrated ability to manage multidisciplinary projects and lead teams.

  • Confident in developing client relationships and spotting commercial opportunities.

  • Experience mentoring or training early-career professionals.

  • Excellent communication skills and a proactive, solution-focused mindset.

  • An inclusive and team-first approach to leadership and project delivery.


What’s on Offer:

  • Join a mission-led team where your contribution genuinely matters.

  • Work on diverse, high-impact archaeological and environmental projects across the UK.

  • Flexible and hybrid working, with a strong commitment to work-life balance.

  • Professional development, mentoring, and clear progression pathways.

  • Collaborative, inclusive team culture that values honesty, openness, and support.

  • Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.


Interested?

If you're ready to bring your archaeological expertise into a role with impact, visibility, and career potential, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out to Ocean to Earth Recruitment today to learn more about this opportunity and how it could align with your next move.

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