Technical Director Heritage

SLR is a global leader in sustainability solutions working with clients to help make sustainability happen within a collaborative people-first culture.

Due to the continued growth and success of our Archaeology & Heritage team in Europe we are seeking a commercially driven Technical Director to play a pivotal role in the future development of the discipline.

SLRs Archaeology & Heritage Technical Discipline is a dynamic commercially focused team delivering a diverse range of advisory services across multiple industry sectors. Our team operates across a network of UK offices including Glasgow Edinburgh Leeds Manchester Nottingham Shrewsbury Cardiff and Exeter.

We provide independent advisory services primarily within SLRs Energy and Built Environment sectors alongside supporting Minerals & Mining and Infrastructure clients. Our core services include:

• Early site appraisal / feasibility
• Desk-based assessment
• Heritage Statements
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
• Building Recording
• Historic Building Advice
• Listed Building & Scheduled Monument Consents
• Fieldwork Management

From single-dwelling schemes through to large-scale multi-disciplinary EIA projects we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality outcomes and tangible value for our clients.

The Role

Reporting to the Technical Discipline Manager (TDM) you will be a senior leader within the team with a strong focus on driving commercial performance winning work and expanding client relationships. You will play a critical role in developing and converting opportunities supporting the delivery of the Technical Disciplines growth plan and strengthening SLRs market position within Archaeology & Heritage.

This is a highly client-facing role where success will be measured by your ability to generate revenue build a sustainable pipeline and enhance client partnerships alongside ensuring high-quality technical delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Business Development & Work Winning
  • Leading and supporting the winning of work from both new and existing clients
  • Identifying and converting opportunities aligned with sector and regional strategies
  • Building and maintaining strong long-term client relationships
  • Driving cross-selling across SLRs service lines and sectors
• Commercial Leadership
  • Taking ownership of revenue generation targets and supporting delivery of the disciplines growth plan
  • Contributing to pipeline forecasting and ensuring visibility of future workload
  • Supporting effective pricing strategies and bid positioning
• Project & Technical Delivery
  • Providing senior oversight on key projects to ensure quality risk management and client satisfaction
  • Acting as a trusted advisor to clients on complex Archaeology & Heritage matters
  • Supporting innovation and best practice across project delivery
• People Leadership
  • Mentoring and developing team members supporting career progression and retention
  • Contributing to recruitment and team growth in line with business needs
  • Promoting a positive inclusive and high-performing team culture
• Collaboration & Integration
  • Working closely with Sector Leads Discipline Leads and other service areas to maximise opportunities
  • Supporting integrated multi-disciplinary project delivery

Rewards & Benefits

SLRs One Team culture is at the heart of our business providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Through a structured career framework regular performance reviews and full support toward chartership professional qualifications and licenses we offer outstanding opportunities for long term career progression.

Our flexible benefits & rewards package includes:

Competitive salary with discretionary bonus

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Life income and travel insurance

Salary sacrifice car lease and cycle to work schemes

Volunteering and Community Giving

We believe sustainable careers need balance thats why we offer:

Flexible hybrid and agile working

25 days annual leave plus flexible public holidays

Buy or sell leave options

Core working hours

Cross border remote working and sabbatical opportunities

Family life and wellbeing matter at SLR:

We provide enhanced maternity paternity and adoption leave access to an Employee Assistance Programme and specialist support for mental health stress and menopause - supporting our people both professionally and personally.

About You

You will be a commercially astute and client-focused leader with a strong track record of winning work and delivering value.

• Commercial Mindset Demonstrable success in generating revenue developing client relationships and converting opportunities into secured work
• Business Development Proven ability to win work across both new and existing clients including cross-selling and strategic positioning
• Client Leadership Strong network and credibility in the Archaeology & Heritage sector
• Project Delivery Excellent project management skills balancing quality risk and commercial performance
• Leadership Experience mentoring and developing teams within a collaborative environment
• Technical Expertise Strong Archaeology & Heritage background within a regulated environment with the ability to provide senior technical oversight

Culture & Inclusion

Inclusion is fundamental to who we are. We are committed to equal opportunities and foster a workplace where everyone can thrive supported by active Culture & Inclusion Committees and Employee Networks. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process please let us know and we will be happy to support you.