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Edinburgh, Gb

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Commercial archaeologist.-Responsible for efficient and accurate excavation, artifact recovery, and recording and interpretation of archaeological sites to national standards as part of planning permission approval.-Produced desk-based research and reports for clients from historic records and excavation data. -Recording methods included manual drawing, photography, photogrammetry, GPS survey, and manual and digital recording.-Worked on a variety of site types, with different ages (prehistoric to modern) and conditions, and contributed to the delivery of a range of housing and infrastructure projects through collaborative work across such sectors as construction and environmental services. -Involved varied independent and teamworking arrangements on site, at home, in the office, laboratory, and warehouse, including regular travel across the UK.-Entered data from site records and generated archival reports in OASIS. -Trained in use of C.A.T and Genny cable avoidance tools.-Processed and interpreted environmental samples and biological remains from sites across the UK.-Delivered successful, under-budget projects through efficient time management and resource use.-Contributed to delivery of successful local public engagement projects through actively engaging in monitoring and training volunteers, promoting dissemination of knowledge and engagement with the past.-Facilitated productive working relationships with clients and sub-contractors, and often used initiative to negotiate solutions acceptable to multiple parties.-Trained new employees in methods of excavation and sample processing.-Attended conferences and pursued independent reading to continue learning.

Victoria, B.C., Canada

Front-facing hospitality role.-Worked within a team environment to efficiently administrate six marinas with transient and long-term public and commercial clients in Victoria's Inner Harbour.-Acted as a backup position for various Marina Operations roles including Dock Crew, Reservations, and Admin, requiring extensive knowledge of each role as well as custom software for bookings and billings, and knowledge of the particulars of the physical facilities.-Provided strong customer service and promoted positive customer feedback and repeat clients.-Managed client accounts, billing, and correspondence and developed Microsoft Office Suite skills through SharePoint and Outlook use within company, and extensive Excel use for customer database and records as well as Publisher, PowerPoint, and Word for customer interactions and company reports.-Received and directed phone calls and inquiries. -Responsible for security access card database. -Researched potential new programs for office use and presented them to managers. -Responded to public inquiries and concerns. -Contributed to training new Marina Services posts.-Was involved in organising several successful locally significant events with over 150 visiting vessels each, meeting the needs of clients and the public and resulting in significant repeat reservations for the following year.-Contributed to training of new Dock Crew and Reservations positions.

Victoria, B.C., Canada

Customer service role.-Worked in busy retail environment across several departments and stores.-Developed strong customer service and problem-solving skills in order to meet customer needs. -Learned and demonstrated working knowledge of products for the benefit of the customer, including taking initiative to research and expand product knowledge to provide better and more informed customer advice, contributing to store and regional sales goals.-Provided leadership to build an effective close-knit sales team in a busy department by having an outgoing, inclusive, and friendly manner. -Promoted worker cohesion, positive relationships, and acted as a role model, including training of new staff. -Learned cash handling skills and trusted with large sums of money and department security procedures. -Learned inventory procedures and display setting.

Master Of Science - Ms, Urban And Regional Planning, Distinction

Programme provided in-depth theoretical and practical aspects of urban and regional planning, focusing on the UK but with international.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Archaeology, 2.1

Activities and Societies: Master's Student Representative TRAC 2014Archaeology of Rome and the Mediterranean. -Through presentations.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Classical, Ancient Mediterranean And Near Eastern Studies And Archaeology; Medieval History, B+

Activities and Societies: Executive Member of the Medieval Studies Course Union; Executive Member of Interdisciplinary Undergraduate.

High School

Activities and Societies: Swim Team; Concert Band; Live-model Art; Outdoor Education; Rowing Team; Climbing ClubCompleted International.