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About The Role

Project Officers and Senior Project Officers Wanted
Essex & Locations Across the UK

Archaeology is changing. Expectations are higher, projects are larger, and clients increasingly want teams who can deliver quality, efficiency and professionalism.

At Rubicon Archaeology, we’re building teams capable of meeting that challenge.

We’re seeking Project Officers and Senior Project Officers for positions in Essex and across the UK. These roles offer the opportunity to lead field operations, mentor archaeologists, work directly with clients and contribute to the successful delivery of a diverse range of projects. Project Officers play a key role in ensuring archaeological work is delivered safely, professionally and to the highest standards.

What We Offer

Salary: £33,313.55 – £38,567.28 per annum
(depending on experience)

In addition, we offer a benefits package that stands out within UK archaeology:

• Private medical insurance
• Dental cover
• Generous 31 days annual leave entitlement
• Paid professional development and training
• Opportunities for progression within a growing business
• Employee assistance and wellbeing support
• Paid travel time and overnight allowance (£25/night)
• Overtime + TOIL system
• High-quality accommodation and transport when working away

Private medical and dental cover remain uncommon benefits within commercial archaeology. We believe that attracting and retaining talented archaeologists means investing in their health, wellbeing and long-term careers.

Who We’re Looking For

You’ll be an experienced field archaeologist with the confidence to lead teams, maintain high standards of archaeological practice and build positive relationships with clients, colleagues and stakeholders.

Whether you’re already operating at PO/SPO level or ready to step up into the role, we’d like to hear from you.

Join Us

Rubicon Archaeology is growing. If you’re looking for a company that combines professional standards, career development opportunities and genuinely competitive employment benefits, we’d welcome your application.  Apply here: recruitment@rubiconheritage.com