Trainee Project Supervisor​/Project Supervisor; Grade 2​/Trainee Project Officer​/Project

Trainee Project Supervisor / Project Supervisor (Grade 2.1 – 2.2)

Allen Archaeology Ltd – Lincoln & Preston

Salary: £30,237.65 – £36,179.43 per annum, dependent on experience.

You’ll lead and support teams of experienced archaeologists and trainees across a diverse range of projects. You’ll be primarily based from our offices in Lincoln or Preston, with opportunities to work across a variety of sites. This is an excellent opportunity to build or advance your career within a busy, growing organisation.

• Trainee Project Supervisor Grade 2.1: £30,237.65 per annum
• Project Supervisor Grade 2.2: £32,746.55 per annum
• Trainee Project Officer / Project Officer 3.1 – 3.2: £34,299.98 – £36,179.43 per annum

• Permanent contract
• Average overtime payments in excess of £3000 per annum
• Training opportunities and opportunities for promotion
• Chance to work on exciting projects across the UK
• Generous stay‑away subsistence including £17.50 extra per day plus £25 evening meal allowance if staying in hotels/B&B
• Overtime for drivers
• Good quality weekday accommodation for away work with private rooms
• 28 days holiday pro‑rata (inclusive of public holidays) rising after 3 years of continuous service, plus an additional day of leave for your birthday
• One‑month occupational sick pay per year
• Occupational pension with employer’s contribution
• Annual company dividend (profit share) to all staff
• 50% contribution to CIfA membership

• Sound knowledge and understanding of British archaeology of all periods
• Experience of post‑excavation analysis and reporting (desirable for trainees)
• Enthusiasm and strong ability in archaeological field practices
• Willingness to work on your own or lead a team
• Courteous and professional manner
• Excellent computer literacy
• Experience of supervising staff (desirable for trainees)
• Attention to detail
• Positive outlook
• Driving licence

• Relevant archaeological qualification
• Experience of GIS packages such as QGIS3
• CIfA membership

Allen Archaeology is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity. Allen Archaeology holds a Sponsor Licence for workers from outside the UK. Proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK will be required prior to commencement of employment.

Closing date for applications is Monday 27th July 2026 at 5pm.