Pre-Construct Archaeology Limited (PCA) are seeking an experienced Regional Manager to run and grow our Winchester Office. This position has become available due to a planned retirement.
PCA has been delivering high quality and client focused professional heritage services for more than 30 years and is one of the UK’s largest archaeological companies, with seven regional offices across the country, employing over 250 staff.
We protect and interpret the past with care, while investing in the people who make it possible — our team. Our vision is to deliver the best value to clients, while maintaining the strongest standards for archaeological work and team wellbeing.
PCA's Winchester Office undertakes all manner of archaeological projects across the south and southwest of England, and beyond as part of a closely supported nationwide team. The office has long-standing relationships with clients and the wider archaeological community across the region, including university departments, local societies and community groups.
The successful candidate will have a track record that includes managing an archaeological company or regional office, several years’ experience in managing archaeological projects and archaeological staff within the commercial archaeological sector, and a demonstrable track record of project delivery. The role will be based in our Winchester offices.
It is essential that the applicant can demonstrate knowledge and experience of:
- Current planning regulations and guidance as they apply to archaeology;
- Effective liaison with clients and colleagues in the heritage sector;
- The implementation of all types of projects through tendering, budgeting, design and delivery;
- Team management and operations within a safe and respectful working environment, compliant with all legislation;
A driving licence and membership of CIfA at MCIfA level is also essential.
PCA offers a friendly working environment and a range of attractive employee benefits, including 25 days annual leave (rising with length of service) plus bank holidays and additional days over the Christmas period.
For this particular position, PCA is willing to consider financial assistance with relocation, for the right candidate. This offer can be discussed further at interview.
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.
In accordance with our GDPR policy, we will not keep unsuccessful applicants’ details or CVs on our system, unless you expressly request that we do.
A full job specification can be requested by contacting PCA’s HR Manager Caroline Edwards: CEdwards@pre-construct.com
To apply, please email your CV and covering letter to: CEdwards@pre-construct.com Please be advised that CVs submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.
All applications must be received by email by close of business on 06/04/2026
