Joining Arup
Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
Arup is an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services. Through our work, we make a positive difference to the world. As a wholly independent organisation, we are owned in trust for the benefit of our employees and their dependents: with no shareholders or external investors determine our own business priorities and direction.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Historic Environment Consultant to join our growing London team. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with strong expertise in UK archaeology and heritage consultancy to play a key role in delivering complex projects and contributing to the strategic development of our historic environment offer.
This is a full-time, permanent position based at our London office, within the multidisciplinary Environment and Sustainability Services (ECS) team, which comprises almost 360 staff across the UK. Our projects span the UK, and the role will require occasional travel to other Arup offices and project locations.
The role requires proven experience in the design, procurement and management of archaeological fieldwork. You will take a leading role in overseeing fieldwork programmes, managing delivery from planning and consent stages through to completion, and developing bespoke archaeological strategies for major infrastructure and development projects.
Key responsibilities will include leading the preparation of Historic Environment Desk-Based Assessments, undertaking site and archive visits, and contributing to Environmental Statement (ES) chapters. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and will be expected to manage, mentor and review the work of others, ensuring high-quality outputs and robust technical standards. As part of the role, you would also be expected to provide inputs and deliver competitive tenders for prospective work.
At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.
You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
Is this role right for you?
We are looking for people with the following skills –
- Bachelor’s Degree and/or master’s degree in Archaeology or related subject; and Membership (ACIfA minimum, MCIfA preferred) of the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists CIfA,
- Full UK Driving License as you will be required to travel to locations beyond the London Region. Sound knowledge of the UK legislative framework and policy and its practical application to projects affecting the historic environment,
- Extensive experience of undertaking and management of Historic Environment DBA, Heritage Statements, Written Scheme of Investigations and EIA chapters (including setting assessments).
- In addition to pre-planning assessment, we are also seeking candidates with experience in delivering Archaeological Clerk of Works (ACoW) services.
- Whilst not essential to apply, we would be looking for candidates with experience in delivering and supporting Historic Environment assessments through Development Consent Order (DCO) application.
- Experience of archaeological fieldwork project management, confident user of GIS (ArcGIS Pro preferred) and dataset manipulation.
Not ready to apply just yet, or have some questions? Please email Karin Spies at [email protected]. Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.
What we offer you:
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.
Different People, Shared Values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Karin Spies at [email protected] to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.
Our Application Process
To understand what to expect next, please visit: https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/
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Closing date: Monday 10 August 2026
“Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Any offer made will be subject to satisfactory proof of immigration status.”
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