Pre-Construct Archaeology is one of UK’s largest archaeological companies, with seven regional offices across the country. We have been delivering professional heritage services for more than 30 years, working on some of the largest and most complex sites in Britain.
We are looking for an Operations Officer or Manager, depending on experience, to join our Cambridge team, who will contribute to PCA operations as well as help Project Managers to ensure the smooth running of projects, primarily in the eastern region. Applicants should be able to demonstrate a proven track record of operations management. The successful candidate will be supported by an Operations Assistant.
Reports to: Directors, Regional Managers & Project Managers
Location: Cambridge Office
Working Week: 37.5 hours, Monday to Friday
Salary: £35,886.25 to £44,156.09 depending on experience and position offered
Probationary Period: 3 months
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Job Description and Duties:
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities. This list is not exhaustive and may vary.
Operations Duties/Responsibilities may include:
- Estate Management including communication with landlords
- Deployment and logistics for the eastern region
- Away-work and accommodation management
- Vehicle and fleet management including Fleet Check and Fuel Card oversight
- Record keeping including H&S training, certification and equipment calibration
- Record keeping in line with ISO9001 and ISO14001 specification
- Maintain communications with the Administration Dept on client matters such as supplier payments, invoices, renewals, and employee related matters such as employee timesheets, employee related pay, expenses, sickness and absence
- Liaison with the HR Department
- Managing and updating accounts with preferred list of suppliers
- Source, purchase and maintain site and office supplies, ensuring all PPE is replaced/replenished and serviced where necessary and with an agreed budget
- Ensuring all sub-contractor relationships are handled professionally and in accordance with H&S protocols
Minimum requirements:
- Experience of working to tight deadlines
- Proven experience of operations management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Proven experience of working in an office environment
- Computer literacy (MS Office package)
- Right to work and live in the UK
The post-holder is expected to be flexible in their approach, taking on other duties as required and complying fully with PCA’s confidentiality regulations with regards to client and staff data.
The post-holder is expected to be an effective organiser, allowing the smooth running of operations and projects from start to completion. They are required to assist as and when required, and expected to multi-task effectively, ensuring all elements of their role are kept up to date and organised.
Finally, the post-holder is required to meet the Company standards of performance and behaviour, including honesty, integrity, commitment, professionalism, attention to detail, a professional standard of timekeeping and an ability to work within a team. All PCA employees are expected to implement PCA policies, including Equal Opportunities.
Our employee benefits:
- Friendly and supportive work environment
- 28 days of annual leave (including bank holidays and an extra 3 days for Christmas, if employed over the Christmas period), rising on service length
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexible working
- Christmas vouchers
- H&S training relevant for your role
- Paid mileage if using own vehicle (subject to eligibility)
- Annual appraisal and pay progression opportunities
- Company pension scheme
How to apply:
Please email your CV and covering letter to Ruta Jatkonyte, HR Department: RJatkonyte@pre-construct.com Please describe your suitability by referring to the requirements listed above. If successful you will be asked to attend an interview at our Cambridge office.
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.
PCA follow all current guidelines regarding SOP and take the safety of our staff as paramount – advice is up to date with government guidance and site-specific RAMS are available.
Please be advised we are expecting a high volume of applications, and therefore cannot commit to responding to all emails. 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.
Closing date: 24/11/2025
