Cotswold Archaeology are recruiting for a talented and experienced Project Manager to join the Cotswold Archaeology team at their Milton Keynes regional office.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a self motivated and passionate individual to deliver a diverse portfolio of fieldwork projects, working for one of the largest and most respected archaeological companies in the country.
About the role
You will manage and deliver a portfolio of commercial archaeological projects and maintain overall responsibility for project budgets, resources and logistics. You will have responsibility for quality assurance of archaeological archives and reports.
The role involves a mixture of office-based work and site visits, comprising; managing the delivery and supervision of archaeological projects, including ensuring project set-up/logistics and the production of start-up documentation (including risk assessments, method statements and written schemes of investigation works) is completed; overseeing archaeological fieldwork; ensuring that analysis is undertaken to the highest standards and quality assuring the production of client reports; the provision of specialist advice and client liaison.
The successful candidate will be a member of CIfA at MCIfA, or able to demonstrate that they meet the requirements and will join if appointed. A full manual driving licence is also essential as travel across our sites will be required.
The post will involve visits to project and client locations where overnight stays will be required.
About you
Candidates will have a degree/post-graduate degree in archaeology or a related subject or equivalent demonstrable experience in the role. Extensive proven experience of managing a broad range of commercial archaeological fieldwork projects - from inception to completion safely, and to tight deadlines – is essential.
The successful applicant will need excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills, capable of managing a demanding work schedule, with the ability to lead a project team, prioritise project work, and ensure targets are met without compromising on quality.
Benefits
Our benefits include: a competitive salary; generous annual leave allowance; company sick pay; pension and life assurance schemes, access to an Employee Assistance Programme and a Cycle to Work scheme.
Applying
If you are looking to progress your career within a leading, ambitious and forward-thinking company, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Richard Young: [email protected]
Closing date: 10 am, 9th November 2026
Interviews will be held in person at our Milton Keynes office, week commencing 16th November 2026
We reserve the right to close this role early if multiple applications are received.
Cotswold Archaeology is an equal opportunities employer. All applications are assessed solely on the candidate’s relevant skills and experience relevant to the role.
We will take into consideration any reasonable adjustments required to support you. Should you need adjustments during the recruitment process, or require additional support related to neurodiversity or for any other reason, please let us know by contacting [email protected]
Applicants must already have the legal right to live and work in the UK as defined by UK Visas and Immigration
Job Description
Purpose of role:
To manage assigned projects safely, efficiently, and effectively, and assist the Principal Fieldwork Manager in maintaining and developing CA’s professional reputation for the delivery of complex projects and high-quality archaeological fieldwork.
Main duties and responsibilities:
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