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Job Description

What your new role will entail;

We are now seeking to expand our core team of heritage specialists with the opportunity for an experienced Built Heritage Consultant to join our established environmental team in one of the following hub office – Newcastle, Croydon, Leeds or Bristol.

The post will entail:

• Undertaking research and site visits to inform heritage assessments and setting assessments;

• Preparation of, or contribution to, technical reports such as desk-based assessments, heritage statements, environmental impact assessments and characterisation studies;

• Analysing and assessing the contribution that setting makes to the significance of a heritage asset and how this may be affected;

• Maintaining professionalism and excellence through strong writing skills and behaviours;

• Management of budgets and workloads to ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget;

• Independent working and taking responsibility for programmes of work and high quality reporting;

• Liaising effectively with managers, stakeholders and other consultants as required, alongside effective and engaging consultation with statutory and non-statutory consultees.

Being part of the team;

AECOM represents one of the largest integrated heritage teams within the UK, part of one of the most respected environmental and engineering consultancies. We work locally, nationally and internationally on some of the most high profile projects across the world. To date we have performed a vital part of major infrastructure schemes such as HS2 and Crossrail, as well as heritage led regeneration projects from the Olympic legacy work to Hull City of Culture. Working with us ensures an unparalleled range of opportunities within the planning, environment and engineering sectors.

AECOM heritage offers comprehensive heritage services to a wide range of clients. We have an excellent reputation for providing heritage advice resulting from our cross-sector experience. We offer our clients expert advice combining strong academic strength, extensive personal experience and intelligent commercial awareness, alongside an intrinsic appreciation of the positive role that heritage can have in place making. Our excellence is recognised in our standing as a Registered Organisation of the Chartered Institute of Archaeologists, with members of the team playing active committee roles within the Institute of Historic Building Conservation.

In return we will provide the opportunity be part of a large multidisciplinary team, working collaboratively within the heritage team and with colleagues from other disciplines. You will, however, also be provided with the opportunity to work independently, engage with stakeholders and expand your own professional standing. We will offer you scope to expand your career and professional development through AECOM’s portfolio of activities and training designed to recognise and develop your specific abilities and talents, reinforced through an annual performance and rewards process.

We offer a flexible hybrid working model. As a member of our team, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a range of flexible choices covering health, finance, lifestyle, well-being and more.

Qualifications

Here’s what we will need from you;

The role requires a strong candidate who can provide independent research, assessment and analysis on a broad range of heritage assets, including listed buildings, scheduled monuments and conservation areas, alongside an appreciation of non-designated heritage. We are seeking an individual who is confident in preparing desk-based assessments, heritage statements and statements of significance, with a desire to expand their knowledge and experience in Environmental Impact Assessments and characterisation studies.

To be successful in this role we are looking for:

• A relevant degree and/or post-graduate qualification in heritage or a related subject;

• Appropriate membership of a relevant professional body or qualified to work towards membership

• Client focused team player with a positive attitude and ability to work with diplomacy and collaborate effectively

• Professional, organised and thorough approach to work which demonstrates an attention to detail to get things right first time

• Ability to manage own time and comfortable working both within a team or alone to tight deadlines

• Detailed knowledge of UK heritage legislation and policy

• Detailed knowledge of UK built heritage across a range of periods and building types

• Experience of undertaking the assessment of historic buildings and their setting, and the contribution that setting makes to a building’s significance

• Experience of report writing, including desk-based assessments and heritage statements, with an understanding of the requirements of impact assessments

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

• Flexible approach to working hours to meet the demands of the role, including potential working away from home

• Ability to work independently and to manage your own time to meet tight deadlines

Additional Information

Bring your bold ideas and big dreams.

You can learn more about us here: 2023 AECOM Candidate Brochure (adobe.com)

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10110369

Business Line: Environment

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India

Career Area: Science

Work Location Model: Hybrid