Company: Rubicon Heritage Services Ltd Salary: €50,000 - €60,000 per annum Location: Main Office in Midleton, Co. Cork (home/hybrid working options available)
Position: The successful candidate should have practical experience in all aspects of credit management and finance. The aim of the role is to support a rapidly expanding business and ensure its service to its clients and staff. Candidates should have a keen analytical mind and view the finance function as a key strategic enabler of better business and commercial decision-making.
Education Required Qualified (ACCA, CIMA), third level education in an accountancy or business-related field. Some commercial experience.
Duties in the role:
Working within a medium sized organisation with offices in Ireland and the UK (international expansion likely)
Taking the lead on all aspects of Finance: Statutory Accounts; Monthly Management Accounts; Cash Flow; Controls, Policies, and Procedures; Financial Compliance and Appraisal; Finance Training; Business Partnering and working with the Senior Management Team.
Manage all finance related process in an efficient and consultative manner and deliver the operational budgets on time, presenting this to managers or committees as required.
Working with Heads of Services to ensure effective Budgetary Management.
PreparingTax Returns, financial reporting, liaising with ROS and HMRC
Experience in managing multiple bank accounts
Experience of Microsoft packages, particularly Excel
Ability to grasp & understand complex issues and the impact of same on service delivery
Knowledge of and willingness to learn about operations within the general construction industry
Operating in a multi-site, dual currency operation
Skills:
High level expertise in Excel
Xero familiarity essential
Experience preparing Management Accounts
Experience of preparing VAT returns in Ireland and the UK
Ability to coordinate, oversee and direct fellow team members
Ability to communicate well and develop positive ongoing working relationships within the Company and with clients and suppliers alike
Ability to direct and run regular, efficient finance meetings with senior managers across various strands of the business and relating relevant information where needed
Commercial awareness
Strong attention to detail and focus on accuracy
Adaptability
Strong analytical skills
A willingness to challenge estimates, budgets and costs
Experience of dealing with public procurement is an advantage
Experience of running payroll is an advantage
Training will be given in the following areas:
All aspects of the finance process & systems used within the company e.g. Xero, PIMS
Effective use of Rubicon's computer systems
Conformance to internal systems including the processing of documentation
Liaison with clients, other branches of the company, staff and external auditors
Title: Project Manager Location: Based in Midleton, Co. Cork/Hybrid/Homeworking Remuneration: €51,000 to €54,000 dependent on experience
Due to a significant upsurge in new projects in Ireland, and internationally, we are pleased to be experiencing rapid growth. As a result of this, a unique opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and experienced Archaeological Project Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will be expected to manage a range of projects and to assist with continued business development. Candidates should have demonstrable experience of successfully managing projects from birth to grave and be flexible, driven and innovative, with excellent communication skills. The successful candidate should be willing to contribute to the continued growth and expansion of the company.
Potential candidates should be able to demonstrate the following:
Experience of all levels of the excavation and post-excavation process
Varied archaeological management experience
Comprehensive knowledge of Irish archaeology
Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and frameworks
Understanding of commercial archaeology and client liaison
Knowledge of Health & Safety considerations pertaining to archaeology
Communication skills and publication record
Complete flexibility with regard to travel
All applicants must hold a full clean driving license. The position is permanent subject to a 6-month probation period and is based on a 37.5 hour working week with:
paid training and professional development opportunities
provision of laptop and mobile phone
travel and accommodation provided when away from contracted base
SALES CO-ORDINATOR: Responsibility for Irish Sale Salary: €35,000 - €40,000dependent on experience Rubicon Heritage Services Ltd is an expanding commercial archaeology practice operating throughout Ireland and the UK. In Ireland, Rubicon has bases in Dublin and Cork with extensive hybrid working introduced during the pandemic which is now considered the favoured option for the future of the company. Rubicon is fully committed to existing markets and has recently created a focused Growth Strategy for further consolidation and expansion.
We are currently experiencing rapid growth due to an increased demand for our services in sectors such as Roads, Rail, Renewables, Housing and Pipelines. As a result of Rubicon’s Growth Strategy, a unique opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and experienced Sales Co-ordinator to join us in Ireland to add to our existing Sales team. This unique opportunity offers career development within a very exciting period of expansion. The successful candidate will be expected to help the Company to achieve ambitious sales targets for Ireland.
Potential candidates will be expected to:
Identify sources of information outlining forthcoming large-scale developments including infrastructure, renewable energy, housing etc
Target and track relevant developments through the creation and maintenance of a database
Assist with the maintenance of social media and maintain a high profile on platforms such as Linkedin
Organise meetings between the individuals identified in point 3 (above) and Senior Management
Procure relevant opportunities to bid
Co-ordinate the submission of bids
Become familiar with the processes involved in delivering archaeological assignments
Willingness to contribute to the continued growth and expansion of Rubicon Heritage Services Ltd
Complete flexibility with regard to travel
Liaise with Sales Manager and Directors on Sales and Growth Strategies via an agreed reporting process and attend meetings regarding same
Be flexible, driven and innovative with excellent communication skills
Be able to manage a range of projects and assist with continued business development
Adhere to any guidelines or mentoring instructions provided by Rubicon Heritage and be willing to discuss same with any member of Rubicon’s Management.
Key skills and experience
Minimum of one year experience in a sales environment
Competent user of Microsoft Office packages (particularly Excel and Teams)
Customer focused with the ability to clearly communicate and promote the product and service
Target driven, sales focused and commercially aware
Ability to collaborate as part of a team and also work on own initiative
Ability to navigate social media channels (particularly LinkedIn) and be able to extrapolate useable sales data from media campaigns
Positive, can-do attitude
A full clean driving license is essential. The position is permanent subject to a six-month probationary period. Salary range €35,000- €40,000 is dependent on experience and is based on a 37.5 hour working week with:
overtime
paid training and professional development opportunities (if opportunities are identified)
06/04/2022 Site Assistants, Supervisors and Surveyors (Cork to Ringaskiddy Motorway)
Archaeological Site Assistants (€650 per week), Supervisors (€734 per week) and Surveyors (€650 - €734 per week), dependent on experience) required for the Cork to Ringaskiddy Motorway project. Estimated contract duration is 8 months. Accommodation not provided. Safepass and manual handling required. Please apply by email only to bernie.carney@rubiconheritage.com
31/03/2022 Administration Assistant (based in Midleton, Co. Cork)
Rubicon Heritage Services Ltd is currently looking for an Administration Assistant. All applicants must be willing to support all functions of the Business Support Department. Support includes Office maintenance, Data Entry, Fleet Management, HR support, IT administration, Filing, Quality and Compliance support and Finance reconciliation. Salary: €25,000 to €28,000 dependent on experience. Contract: Full-time/Fixed Term - 6 months (with a possibility of extension) Summary of essential job functions: • Manage incoming calls • Communicate messages to relevant staff • Export staff expenses from Project Information Management System • Reconcile Credit and Fuel Card usage • Look after incoming/outgoing post • Oversee hygiene standards at Cork (Midleton) office • Order stationery and manage stock control of same • Travel and accommodation arrangements • Upkeep/ Monitor office machinery and supplies • Maintain Fleet administration spreadsheet to monitor Motor Tax/CVRT renewals • Log equipment being signed out to staff members • Log resource usage into the Environmental Management Program • Meet and greet clients or other office visitors if required • Liaise with Business Support Manager/Finance Administrator/IT Manager with regard to mobile phones, PC's, laptops, fuel card provision to staff • Provide administrative support to all Department heads • Cover some aspects (as designated) of Business Support Manager/Finance Administrators roles when they are out of office • General Administrative support as required • Responsible for compliance with the Integrated Management System (IMS) Minimum requirements: • Proficient in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access • Secretarial/Administration qualification • Experience with Xero Accounts package an advantage but not essential • Experience of working with a Project Information Management System an advantage but not essential • Experience of working within the commercial archaeology or construction sectors an advantage but not essential Abilities required: • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) • Excellent organisational skills • Multi-tasking and time management abilities
01/03/2022 Graduate trainee role (Cork based) – Archaeological Site Assistant (6 months)
Rubicon Heritage Services would like to offer a fully mentored trainee position to an archaeology graduate wishing to gain commercial experience. This role will offer the successful candidate an opportunity to develop knowledge and skills while gaining practical experience. Rubicon’s ISO/CIfA approved training plan will be personalised to suit the trainee’s current skills and abilities and will identify what skills need to be developed and how to develop them. The trainee will be supported by colleagues and mentors and will be given ample opportunity to discuss progress and identify any tasks that he/she might be struggling with. A BAJR skills passport will be issued to the trainee and all new skills learned will be signed off on. The skills passport will ensure that all knowledge and experience gained while taking part in the Training Plan is officially documented and signed off by qualified personnel, thus giving the trainee a verified training record that can be taken to any future employer and be relied upon for accuracy. Skills gained through this training role will include excavation and recording techniques, learning best archaeological practice, working to targets and deadlines, adherence to quality, environmental, health and safety and waste management policies plus general teamwork. The graduate will be introduced to Rubicon’s Integrated Management System and will be inducted to the company's organisation/structure along with its work ethics and culture. Dependent on project and staff work schedules, post-excavation techniques and methodologies will be included in the training role. Applications should submitted by 21 March 2022 and be sent by email only to: bernie.carney@rubiconheritage.com
01/02/2022 Site Manager and Project Manager
Salary - €46,800 to €51,000 (negotiable - dependent on experience) per annum. Permanent contracts. Rubicon Heritage Services Ltd is a major archaeological consultancy with offices in both Ireland and the UK. Rubicon has bases in Cork, Dublin, and Cardiff, is ISO certified in Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety Management Systems , a CIfA Registered Organisation, a Corporate Member of the IAI and is also a Registered Company with the Considerate Constructors Scheme. We are looking to recruit an ambitious and experienced Archaeological Project Manager plus a licence eligible Site Manager to join our pre-existing team. This opportunity offers rapid career development within an established, experienced, and enthusiastic team.
The successful candidate(s) will be expected to be involved in the management of a range of projects and to assist with continued business development. He/She should have demonstrable experience of successfully managing sites/projects from birth to grave and be flexible, driven, and innovative, with excellent communication skills. Support will be provided to the successful applicant in the form of training and mentoring from the experienced Senior Management Team at Rubicon. Potential candidates should be able to demonstrate the following:
Experience of all levels of the excavation and post-excavation process
Varied archaeological management experience
Comprehensive knowledge of Irish archaeology
Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and frameworks
Understanding of commercial archaeology and client liaison
Knowledge of Health & Safety considerations pertaining to archaeology
Communication skills and publication record
Willingness to contribute to the continued growth and expansion of Rubicon Heritage Services Ltd
Complete flexibility regarding travel
All applicants must be licence eligible in Ireland and hold a full clean driving licence. These positions are permanent, subject to a 6-month probation period and are based on a 37.5 hour working week with:
paid training and professional development opportunities
provision of laptop and mobile phone
Travel and accommodation provided when away from contracted base
Work from home/flexible working options when not working on fieldwork
*It should be noted that Rubicon Heritage Services is currently committed to the M28 Cork Ringaskiddy Motorway Project which means that successful candidates are likely to be initially based in Cork for the duration of the project, which could be up to one year.
Site Assistants (€600 - €650 per week, depending on experience), Supervisors (€734.16 per week) and Site Managers (€900 per week (negotiable, depending on experience)) required for work in the Cork area. Works likely to begin in January/February 2022. Accommodation not provided. Safepass, manual handling and CIF Covid Induction required. Please apply by email only to bernie.carney@rubiconheritage.com.
23/06/2021 Senior Archaeological Consultant
Salary - €41,500 to €48,600 dependent on experience Rubicon Heritage Services Ltd is currently recruiting for a Senior Archaeological Consultant with demonstrable experience in heritage consultancy. The role will entail working with our Senior Managers, Project Managers and clients to contribute to a wide range of multi-disciplinary projects across Ireland. As Senior Consultant you will provide expert Cultural Heritage advice to clients and deliver technical reporting from pre-planning assessments, impact assessment and desk-based assessment through to EIAR chapters and the development of sensible mitigation strategies. Projects will vary in size and sector and include housing, commercial, renewables as well as large scale infrastructure projects and frameworks. The full spectrum of design, commission and management programming of archaeological works will be within the remit of the role. Requirements: A minimum BA/BSc degree is essential for this position with any additional qualification relating to Planning, Environmental Impact Assessment or Built Heritage being highly desirable. An in-depth knowledge of the Heritage Planning sector is crucial along with excellent report writing ability and communication skills. Knowledge or experience in the use of GIS software such as ArcGIS or QGIS will be an advantage. Ambitious, driven, motivated candidates with a desire to succeed should apply only. Full driving licence required. Responsibilities will include: • Tender/fee preparation for proposals, setting budgets, and monitoring project progress and finances. • Compilation of Impact Assessments • Effective liaison with internal department heads. • Liaison with external statutory and non-statutory bodies • Taking the leading heritage role in dealing with project design teams and clients • Management of all DBA, AIA and EIAR work from inception to production of a final report • Preparation of archaeological assessments as per planning application process • Compilation of constraints studies and route selection assessments • Formulation of mitigation strategies • Provision of expert witness services as part of Oral Hearings concerning archaeological and cultural heritage. • Field Inspections • Effective communication with clients • Site visits and travel to meetings if/when necessary Hours: The standard hours will be 37.5 hours per week, based on a 7.5 hour working day, Monday to Friday. Location: Though the position is Dublin centric, home or hybrid working can be facilitated. Benefits: Laptop, mobile phone, travel, subsistence and accommodation (when working away from contracted base), flexible working) Closing Date for Application: 30th July 2021 Apply (by email only) to: bernie.carney@rubiconheritage.com
26/04/2021 Site Assistants
Site Assistants required for work in Dublin area - 9 weeks starting on 4th May. Safepass, Manual Handling and CIF Covid induction required. €600 per week. Applications by email only to bernie.carney@rubiconheritage.com
16/04/2021 Licence Eligible Archaeologist
Salary - €46,800 Benefits: Paid accommodation, vehicle, laptop, phone, work from home/flexible working (where possible) Requirements: At least 1 years’ experience at Site Director level in a commercial environment, demonstrable people management experience, all licence report writing obligations discharged, full driving licence, computer literate, Safepass, Manual Handling (in-house training available), CIF Covid induction Skills: Report Writing & post excavation analysis, ability to set up and manage excavations. Ability to assess archaeological impacts and input into DBA’S and EIARS is an advantage Contract length: 6 months with possibility of extension Location: Dependant on location of work won. Work from home option available (outside of fieldwork requirements). Apply (by email only) to: bernie.carney@rubiconheritage.com
25/03/2021 Senior Archaeological Consultant
Rubicon Heritage Services Ltd is currently recruiting for a Senior Archaeological Consultant with demonstrable experience in heritage consultancy. The role will entail working with our Senior Managers, Project Managers and clients to contribute to a wide range of multi-disciplinary projects across Ireland. As Senior Consultant you will provide expert cultural heritage advice to clients and deliver technical reporting from pre-planning assessments, impact assessment and desk-based assessment through to EIAR chapters and the development of sensible mitigation strategies. Projects will vary in size and sector and include housing, commercial, renewables as well as large scale infrastructure projects and frameworks. The full spectrum of design, commission and management programming of archaeological works will be within the remit of the role. Responsibilities will include:
Tender/fee preparation for proposals, setting budgets, and monitoring project progress and finances.
Compilation of Impact Assessments
Effective liaison with internal department heads.
Liaison with external statutory and non-statutory bodies
Taking the leading heritage role in dealing with project design teams and clients
Management of all DBA, AIA and EIAR work from inception to production of a final report
Preparation of archaeological assessments as per planning application process
Compilation of constraints studies and route selection assessments
Formulation of mitigation strategies
Provision of expert witness services as part of Oral Hearings concerning archaeological and cultural heritage.
Field Inspections
Effective communication with clients
Site visits and travel to meetings if/when necessary
Minimum Requirements: A minimum BA/BSc degree is essential for this position with any additional qualification relating to Planning, Environmental Impact Assessment or Built Heritage being highly desirable. An in-depth knowledge of the heritage planning sector is crucial along with excellent report writing ability and communication skills. Knowledge or experience in the use of GIS software such as ArcGIS or QGIS will be an advantage. Ambitious, driven, motivated candidates with a desire to succeed should apply only. Full driving licence required. Salary - €41,500 to €48,866.64 dependant on experience Hours: The standard hours will be 37.5 hours per week, based on a 7.5 hour working day, Monday to Friday. Though the position is Dublin centric, home working can be facilitated. Benefits: Laptop, mobile phone, work from home option, education/training assistance, paid travel time and accommodation and subsistence for any work required away from contract base. Apply (by email only) to:bernie.carney@rubiconheritage.com
25/02/2021 Licence Eligible Archaeologist
Salary - €46,800 Benefits: Paid accommodation, vehicle, laptop, phone, work from home/flexible working (where possible) Requirements: At least 1 years’ experience at Site Director level in a commercial environment, demonstrable people management experience, all licence report writing obligations discharged, full driving licence, computer literate, Safepass, Manual Handling (in-house training available), CIF Covid induction Skills: Report Writing & post excavation analysis, ability to set up and manage excavations. Ability to assess archaeological impacts and input into DBA’S and EIARS is an advantage Contract length: 6 months with possibility of extension Location: Dependant on location of work won. Work from home option available (outside of fieldwork requirements). Apply (by email only) to: bernie.carney@rubiconheritage.com
9/02/2021 Archaeological Site Supervisor
Archaeological Site Supervisor required for immediate start on an essential road scheme in Co. Clare. Rate of pay is €734.16 per week and accommodation is provided. Project duration is likely to be in the region of 7 to 10 weeks. Please send your CV clearly showing previous supervisory experience in a commercial environment. All applications and/or queries should be sent by email only to bernie.carney@rubiconheritage.com. Safepass, Manual Handling and CIF induction are necessary.
Contract: Fixed term, temporary contract. Duration: 6 months contract with the possibility of extension. Probation period of 3 months Job Description: Rubicon Heritage Services Ltd is currently recruiting for an Archaeological Consultant and Report Writer. The role will be to carry out archaeological assessments as part of the consultancy department and assist in report writing for large scale infrastructural projects carried out in the UK. The successful candidate will report to the Consultancy Manager. Consultancy responsibilities will include preparation and production of DBA reports and EIAR/ES chapters for archaeology and cultural heritage, including some site visits. Any UK report writing work will not require any travel to the UK but will require assisting excavators in compiling and/or editing large testing and excavation reports in tight timescales (full mentoring will be provided but experience or knowledge of UK archaeology is an advantage). Excellent report writing skills are essential and examples of previous work will be requested from all applicants. The position will also involve the carrying out of archaeological tasks and archaeological or historical research as required. The candidate must be able to work under strict time restrictions, be able to meet deadlines and be able to work as part of a team. Candidates will be appraised on the duration and nature of previous work. Supplementary training will be provided to ensure compatibility with company methodology, but the candidate must have previous experience of carrying out DBA and/or EIAR/ES work from inception to production of a final report. Familiarity with the main archival resources (both physical and virtual) for Irish archaeology, built heritage and cultural heritage is expected. A full clean driving licence is essential. Familiarity with or previous experience using GIS software such as ArcGIS or QGIS will be an advantage. Qualifications and experience in relation to the management and assessment of Built Heritage would also be an advantage. Hours: The standard hours will be 37.5 hours per week, based on a 7.5 hour working day, Monday to Friday. Home working can be facilitated. Pay Scale: €38,176 to €39,327 (January start date) All applications by email only to bernie.carney@rubiconheritage.com
7/09/2020 Site Assistant to Site Manager levels for work in the Munster area
Rubicon Heritage Services Ltd is looking for Archaeologists from Site Assistant to Site Manager levels for work in the Munster area. Pay rates vary from €600 per week to €900 per week (37.5 hour working week) according to level and experience. Accommodation and expenses will be provided where required. Surveying experience, Safe Pass, Manual Handling and CIF Covid induction (https://cif.ie/induction/) are preferable but training can be provided. These are Fixed term positions with a duration of 3 - 4 months with a possibility of extension at some levels.
Rubicon Heritage is always on the lookout for talented and motivated individuals to join our team across Ireland. We are always keen to see interesting CVs. We will keep your CV on file and will contact you if an opportunity arises. Please also let us know your availability and whether you are able to travel to jobs that may occur anywhere in Ireland. For applications please contact Bernie.
