Heritage Consultant
Join BWB as a Heritage Consultant! Work on diverse UK projects, from infrastructure to renewables. Enjoy hybrid working, great benefits, career growth & the chance to shape a sustainable future.
Shape the Future with BWB Consulting
Who We Are
BWB Consulting is a dynamic, award-winning engineering and environmental design consultancy. We push boundaries, innovate, and deliver exceptional results—earning ACE Best Large Consultancy of the Year (2022) and the ACE 2024 Wellbeing Award.
We’re serious about people. As an Investors in People and Investors in Wellbeing accredited organisation, we invest in talent, growth, and a high-performance culture where you can thrive, challenge yourself, and make an impact.
Why Join Us?
At BWB, you’ll be part of a team that:
Drives Excellence – setting the standard and exceeding expectations.
Innovates – embracing fresh ideas and cutting-edge solutions.
Works with Integrity – doing what’s right, always.
Collaborates – believing in teamwork, mentorship, and shared success.
Leads in Sustainability – integrating sustainable solutions into everything we do.
The Opportunity: Heritage Consultant
Our growing Heritage Team is looking for a Heritage Consultant with broad skills and expertise to support diverse, complex projects across the UK. Based in our Leeds office, you’ll contribute to projects spanning infrastructure, housing, and renewable development – from early feasibility and assessments to developing scopes for fieldwork and supporting planning success.
Whether you’re an experienced consultant or a field archaeologist/heritage professional ready to make the move into consultancy, this is a career-defining opportunity. We offer a clear career progression framework, mentoring, and support to help you achieve professional accreditation (CIfA and/or IHBC) if you don’t already hold it.
What You’ll Be Doing
Supporting Clients on projects locally and nationwide.
Delivering archaeological/heritage services across the development cycle.
Preparing fee proposals, tenders, and exploring new business opportunities.
Producing heritage assessments, reports, and project designs for fieldwork.
Advising Clients, stakeholders, and colleagues with clear consultancy insight.
Managing sub-contractors and overseeing fieldwork delivery.
Balancing multiple projects, deadlines, and competing demands with ease.
Working collaboratively across BWB offices while owning your contribution.
What You’ll Bring
A degree in an Archaeology/Heritage-related subject.
Strong knowledge of British archaeology and fieldwork techniques.
Experience producing a variety of heritage reports (DBAs, HSAs, WSIs, Project Designs, ES chapters, etc.).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in GIS.
Ability to manage projects, deadlines, and budgets effectively.
A collaborative mindset with confidence working independently.
A full driving license and willingness to travel.
Why BWB?
High-Performance Culture – Join a driven, innovative, and evolving team.
Competitive Salary & Benefits – Top-tier pay, 5% pension match, and exclusive perks.
Career Growth – Fully funded development programmes, professional memberships, and chartership support.
Flexibility & Wellbeing – Hybrid working, Core Hours, 25+ days holiday, healthcare cash plan & wellbeing initiatives.
Make a Difference – Contribute to meaningful projects, engage with communities, and shape a sustainable future.
We Welcome All Talent
As a proud supporter of the Armed Forces Covenant, we actively encourage applications from veterans, reservists, and military families.
We are also a Disability Confident Employer.
We champion diversity, inclusion, and individuality—whatever your background, if you’re ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you.
Join Us Today!
If you’re looking for a high-energy, high-impact environment where ambition is rewarded, BWB is the place for you.
Explore our guide, Working for BWB, to find out more and start your journey today!
- Department
- Heritage
- Role
- Heritage Consultant
- Locations
- BWB Leeds - Whitehall Waterfront
- Reference Number
- A25-08
- Remote Status
- Hybrid