SLR is a global leader in sustainability solutions, working with clients to help make sustainability happen, within a collaborative, people-first culture.
Due to the continued growth and success of our Archaeology & Heritage team in Europe, we are seeking a commercially driven Technical Director to play a pivotal role in the future development of the discipline.
SLR’s Archaeology & Heritage Technical Discipline is a dynamic, commercially focused team delivering a diverse range of advisory services across multiple industry sectors. Our team operates across a network of UK offices including Glasgow, Edinburgh, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham, Shrewsbury, Cardiff and Exeter.
We provide independent advisory services primarily within SLR’s Energy and Built Environment sectors, alongside supporting Minerals & Mining and Infrastructure clients. Our core services include:
- Early site appraisal / feasibility
- Desk-based assessment
- Heritage Statements
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
- Building Recording
- Historic Building Advice
- Listed Building & Scheduled Monument Consents
- Fieldwork Management
From single-dwelling schemes through to large-scale, multi-disciplinary EIA projects, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality outcomes and tangible value for our clients.
The Role
Reporting to the Technical Discipline Manager (TDM), you will be a senior leader within the team, with a strong focus on driving commercial performance, winning work, and expanding client relationships . You will play a critical role in developing and converting opportunities, supporting the delivery of the Technical Discipline’s growth plan, and strengthening SLR’s market position within Archaeology & Heritage.
This is a highly client-facing role, where success will be measured by your ability to generate revenue, build a sustainable pipeline, and enhance client partnerships , alongside ensuring high-quality technical delivery.
Key responsibilities include:
- Business Development & Work Winning
- Leading and supporting the winning of work from both new and existing clients
- Identifying and converting opportunities aligned with sector and regional strategies
- Building and maintaining strong, long-term client relationships
- Driving cross-selling across SLR’s service lines and sectors
- Commercial Leadership
- Taking ownership of revenue generation targets and supporting delivery of the discipline’s growth plan
- Contributing to pipeline forecasting and ensuring visibility of future workload
- Supporting effective pricing strategies and bid positioning
- Project & Technical Delivery
- Providing senior oversight on key projects to ensure quality, risk management and client satisfaction
- Acting as a trusted advisor to clients on complex Archaeology & Heritage matters
- Supporting innovation and best practice across project delivery
- People Leadership
- Mentoring and developing team members, supporting career progression and retention
- Contributing to recruitment and team growth in line with business needs
- Promoting a positive, inclusive and high-performing team culture
- Collaboration & Integration
- Working closely with Sector Leads, Discipline Leads and other service areas to maximise opportunities
- Supporting integrated, multi-disciplinary project delivery
Rewards & Benefits
SLR’s ‘One Team’ culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Through a structured career framework, regular performance reviews, and full support toward chartership, professional qualifications and licenses, we offer outstanding opportunities for long term career progression.
Our flexible benefits & rewards package includes:
- Competitive salary with discretionary bonus
- Private medical insurance
- Life, income, and travel insurance
- Salary sacrifice car lease and cycle to work schemes
- Volunteering and Community Giving
We believe sustainable careers need balance, that’s why we offer:
- Flexible, hybrid and agile working
- 25 days’ annual leave plus flexible public holidays
- Buy or sell leave options
- Cross border remote working and sabbatical opportunities
Family life and wellbeing matter at SLR:
We provide enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, and specialist support for mental health, stress, and menopause - supporting our people both professionally and personally.
About You
You will be a commercially astute and client-focused leader with a strong track record of winning work and delivering value.
- Commercial Mindset – Demonstrable success in generating revenue, developing client relationships, and converting opportunities into secured work
- Business Development – Proven ability to win work across both new and existing clients, including cross-selling and strategic positioning
- Client Leadership – Strong network and credibility in the Archaeology & Heritage sector
- Project Delivery – Excellent project management skills, balancing quality, risk and commercial performance
- Leadership – Experience mentoring and developing teams within a collaborative environment
- Technical Expertise – Strong Archaeology & Heritage background within a regulated environment, with the ability to provide senior technical oversight
Culture & Inclusion
Inclusion is fundamental to who we are. We are committed to equal opportunities and foster a workplace where everyone can thrive, supported by active Culture & Inclusion Committees and Employee Networks. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
