Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

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Pre-Construct Archaeology (PCA) is one of the UK’s largest archaeological companies, offering heritage services from seven regional offices and over 30 years of experience. We are looking to expand our multi‑disciplinary team in Winchester for a new range of projects across southern England at the end of 2025.

PCA Winchester seeks a project manager who can oversee archaeological projects in the commercial sector efficiently and cost‑effectively. The role requires excellent communication, strong organisational skills, and keen attention to detail. A successful candidate will have experience in planning, implementing, and supervising projects, ensuring health, safety and welfare standards are met for all personnel.

• A Degree in Archaeology or a related subject
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety procedures, accreditation and documentation
• Experience of tendering and managing archaeological projects
• Experience of producing Written Schemes of Investigation suitable for varied archaeological environments
• Experience of managing post‑site reporting, specialists and graphics, including assessment and publication
• Experience in overseeing a team and working with Project Officers, Supervisors and site staff
• Ability to plan for and meet deadlines efficiently
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent time‑keeping standards
• Clean UK driving licence

• Experience in the regular reporting of project budgets
• Experience of using project management software

• Friendly and supportive work environment
• 28 days of annual leave (including bank holidays and 3 days for Christmas, if employed over the Christmas period), rising on service length
• £22.50 per night subsistence when working away from home (and high‑quality accommodation provided)
• High‑quality PPE and site welfare provision – the safety of our staff always comes first
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to work scheme
• Flexible working, TOIL, possibility of work from home if eligible
• Christmas vouchers
• Health & Safety training relevant to the role will be provided and paid in full (SMSTS, First Aid, Asbestos Awareness, CAT and Genny etc.)
• Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA) subscriptions paid in full
• Paid mileage if using own vehicle (subject to eligibility)
• Annual appraisal and progression opportunity
• Company pension scheme

PCA is committed to a comprehensive equal opportunities policy in which individuals are selected and treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities without regard to race, religion or belief, colour, sex, age, national origin, disability or sexual orientation. All applicants with the relevant qualifications and experience are welcome to apply for this opportunity. Please be advised that you must hold the right to work and live in the UK in order to apply for this job.

and covering letter to Caroline Edwards, HR Manager:  If successful you will be asked to attend an interview at our Winchester office. For more information, visit

Closing Date for Applications: 12 December 2026

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Project Management and Information Technology

Construction