ARCHAEOLOGIST JOB DESCRIPTION

An Archaeologist is someone who investigates, documents, and protects cultural resources threatened by development, disaster, or neglect. In the environmental consulting sector, the role owns field investigation programs - Phase I surveys through Phase III data recovery - while navigating the compliance requirements of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and the National Environmental Policy Act on behalf of federal, state, and commercial clients. Few other roles carry simultaneous accountability for both scientific rigor and regulatory defensibility. The Archaeologist translates raw field data into NRHP significance determinations that directly govern whether projects proceed, stall, or require mitigation.

As the Archaeologist, you will lead cultural resource investigations from initial background research through final technical reporting, ensuring client projects meet federal and state compliance standards under NHPA, NEPA, and related regulatory frameworks. You will operate within a multidisciplinary consulting team, coordinating with engineers, planners, and agency representatives while managing field crews and contributing to proposal development and business growth.

Career Impact: Earning Registered Professional Archaeologist credentials and demonstrating mastery of Section 106 compliance positions you as a recognized technical authority within the environmental consulting market.

Business Impact: When NRHP evaluations are inaccurate or field methodologies are poorly designed, project permits stall and client timelines collapse - the Archaeologist's technical judgment directly determines whether development proceeds on schedule.

Growth Opportunity: The skill set developed here - project management, regulatory interpretation, crew leadership, and client advisory - forms the foundation for advancement to Principal Investigator or Cultural Resources Program Manager within consulting firms.

• Lead Phase I, II, and III archaeological field investigations, directing crew members in survey, testing, and data recovery.
• Evaluate cultural resources for eligibility under NRHP Criterion D and prepare significance determinations in coordination with the Principal Investigator.
• Write technical reports including archaeological survey reports, site forms, and mitigation recommendations that meet federal agency standards.
• Maintain SHPO documentation and regulatory compliance records for federal, state, and commercial client projects.
• Coordinate with tribal monitors, land managers, and regulatory agencies to resolve compliance issues and obtain required clearances.
• Conduct archival and background research to identify site potential and inform field methodologies before mobilization.
• Mentor and supervise field technicians, ensuring accurate site documentation, health and safety compliance, and data quality.
• Support proposal development and client communication to sustain project pipeline and address complex regulatory challenges.

• Bachelor's degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a closely related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 2 or more years of professional archaeological fieldwork experience, with demonstrated competency in Phase I survey and cultural resource evaluation.
• Working knowledge of Section 106 of the NHPA, NEPA, and applicable state historic preservation regulations governing CRM projects.
• Demonstrated ability to write technically defensible archaeological reports, site forms, and agency correspondence.
• Experience directing field crews in survey, shovel testing, and excavation across varied terrain and weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel for fieldwork assignments, including extended periods away from home base.
• Physical capability to perform strenuous fieldwork including hiking with equipment and carrying loads up to 50 pounds.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences including agency staff and landowners.

• Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) membership or active pursuit of credentials meeting Secretary of the Interior professional standards for archaeology.
• Master's degree in Anthropology or Archaeology combined with completion of an accredited archaeological field school.
• Experience applying CEQA, SEPA, or state-level equivalents in addition to federal NEPA compliance frameworks.
• Familiarity with geospatial data collection and spatial analysis methods used to model site probability and document resource locations.

• Phase report acceptance rate by lead agency, reflecting technical adequacy of NRHP evaluations submitted.
• Mean field crew productivity per survey day, measured against project scope and acreage targets.
• Percentage of projects delivered on schedule relative to regulatory submission deadlines.
• Number of agency comment rounds per report, indicating first-submission technical quality.
• Client retention rate across active federal and commercial project accounts managed or supported.
• Typical tools: GIS and spatial analysis platforms (commonly ArcGIS or equivalent); GPS data collection hardware (commonly Trimble or equivalent).

• Base Salary Range: $55,000 to $85,000 annually, depending on experience and region.
• Bonus: Project-based or annual performance bonus, typically 3 to 8 percent of base salary.
• Equity: Not standard at this level in consulting; uncommon below senior staff.
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; employer contribution standard.
• PTO: 10 to 15 days annually plus federal holidays; accrual increases with tenure.
• Common Perks: Field per diem, mileage reimbursement, professional development allowance, and RPA certification support.

Figures are estimates based on general US market benchmarks and may be outdated. Adjust based on location, company size, and seniority level.

Successful completion of a pre-employment background check is required as a condition of employment, consistent with applicable federal and state law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process upon request. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

The AECOM Project Archaeologist owns Phase I, II, and III field efforts across the New England and Mid-Atlantic regions, directing crews in excavation of STPs, test units, and features while maintaining SHPO documentation and preparing NRHP compliance reports. Working under the Principal Investigator and alongside technical field, lab, and office staff, this role delivers regulatory compliance support for federal, state, municipal, and commercial clients across AECOM's cultural resources practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in scoping of archaeological projects and utilize GIS, site records, and other data to identify locations where sites can occur.
• Keep records and maintain relevant SHPO documentation pertaining to cultural resources.
• Provide regulatory compliance support for federal, state, municipal, and commercial clients.
• Serve as Archaeological Supervisor, directing field crews under the Principal Investigator including scheduling, assignments, and instruction in equipment, technology, and field methods.
• Support all phases of archaeological investigation and regulatory compliance.
• Collect information and make judgements through observation, interviews, and document review.
• Write archaeological reports, prepare site forms, and make decisions about project alternatives, NRHP evaluation, and effects on historic properties in collaboration with the Principal Investigator.
• Work with technical field, lab, office staff, and managers to ensure projects meet AECOM quality standards.
• Perform manual labor including excavation with shovels and moving wheelbarrows filled with dirt.
• Provide support to cultural resources projects throughout the New England and Mid-Atlantic regions.
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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related discipline and 2 years of related experience, or demonstrated equivalency.
• Valid Driver's License, meets the Secretary of the Interior Professional Qualification Standards for Archaeology.
• MA or MS in Anthropology or related field, completion of a university-based archaeological field school.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience (e.g., Archaeological Supervisor/Field Director).
• Knowledge of field excavation techniques, ability to implement archaeological inventory, evaluation, and data recovery efforts, and prepare compliance reports.
• Demonstrated experience using GPS units, Total Stations, GIS (e.g., ESRI products), and graphical illustration software (e.g., Adobe).
• Demonstrated experience writing technical reports and papers.
• Willingness to travel and conduct fieldwork throughout the New England and Mid-Atlantic regions.
• Ability to perform bending, kneeling, standing, and lifting/carrying objects weighing 50 lbs. across varied terrain and weather conditions.

Reporting to managers within AECOM's long-established UK heritage team, the AECOM Archaeologist prepares desk-based assessments, deposit models, and archaeological impact assessments across renewable energy, infrastructure, and development projects throughout the UK. Partnering with consultants from other disciplines and a range of external stakeholders, this role advances technical delivery within the planning process and supports high-quality, independently managed programmes of work from the Birmingham office.

Primary Duties

• Prepare desk-based assessments, deposit models, and archaeological impact assessments.
• Design, manage, and monitor archaeological fieldwork.
• Consult and liaise with stakeholders via telephone, Microsoft Teams, and on-site meetings.
• Work independently, taking responsibility for programmes of work conducted safely and producing high-quality reports.
• Liaise effectively with managers, consultants from other disciplines, and other stakeholders as required.
• Utilize scientific principles, theories, and practices to develop technical solutions to difficult problems under general direction.
• Interpret and record data, conduct analyses, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations, participate in developing corrective measures and procedures.

Skills & Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Working knowledge of UK heritage legislation, policy, and detailed knowledge of UK archaeology across a range of periods and site types.
• Experience managing fieldwork projects and undertaking archaeological assessment work.
• Ability to solve problems using standard and modified procedures, familiarity with reciprocal effects of work across scientific disciplines.
• Ability to conduct analysis from a variety of sources and perform inspections to ensure compliance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, professional, organised, and thorough with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage own time and work within a team or alone to tight deadlines, flexible approach to working hours including potential working away from home.

Sitting at the intersection of field science and regulatory compliance, the Southern California Archaeologist assists senior archaeologists in GIS and data management, fieldwork, laboratory analysis, and technical report preparation across federal, state, and local permit frameworks. Operating across an integrated team of engineers, scientists, planners, and regulators, this role enables clients to meet California and national environmental compliance requirements by delivering sound archaeological evaluation and documentation.

Duties

• Assist in completion of studies and compliance approaches toward permits and clearances under federal, state, and local laws, support and coordinate technical archaeological work.
• Evaluate resources for California and National Registers.
• Write and produce reports and documents.
• Assist in coordination of environmental compliance and resource management projects, including schedule, personnel allocation, technical approach, and subcontractor involvement.
• Support senior-level resource lead with technical assistance in field and office settings, including resource management recommendations, project effects assessment, and complex regulatory issues.
• Collaborate in an integrated team with engineers, scientists, planners, regulators, and other stakeholders.

Education & Experience

• Master's degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field.
• Registered Professional Archaeologist, GIS Certificate, valid driver's license with successful MVR check required.
• 2+ years of field experience in archaeological surveys and reconnaissance, history of working with private, public sector clients, and regulatory agencies.
• Working knowledge of CEQA, NEPA, NHPA, and other state and federal environmental regulations, familiarity with southern California cultural resources and regulatory environment.
• Knowledge and field application of GPS equipment and applications.
• Use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to translate between science, planning, engineering, and policy with a blend of strategic and tactical thinking.

A key member of the cultural resources field team, the Staff Archaeologist conducts site visits, archaeological surveys, and original research while providing functional guidance in specialty areas such as faunal, lithic, or ceramic analysis. Collaborating across clients, contractors, and agency representatives, this role ensures timely, quality-controlled completion of fieldwork and project reports in support of federal environmental compliance missions.

Functions

• Conduct site visits and archaeological field surveys, collect data and detailed field notes, prepare written reports of field activities and surveys.
• Plan and coordinate project logistics, oversee procurement of field equipment and supplies, assist in cost-effective management of team resources.
• Provide functional guidance and supervision in areas of specialty, such as faunal, lithic, or ceramic analysis.
• Conduct original archaeological research, synthesize and analyze archaeological data, may assist in preparation of research designs and project proposals.
• Serve as liaison with clients, contractors, and agency representatives to ensure smooth project operation and make recommendations on site significance.
• Ensure timely completion of fieldwork and project reports, may contribute to budgets and research design development.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties, including supporting environmental missions such as hazardous and solid waste management.
• Maintain required certifications including 40-hour HAZWOPER and annual 8-hour refreshers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a relevant field, four years of combined coursework and/or field experience may substitute.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER and annual 8-hour refreshers required, valid U.S. driver's license required.
• Minimum of 6 months experience in cultural resources survey or management, 2 years preferred, experience supporting military missions preferred.
• Knowledge of NHPA, NEPA, and other federal requirements, experience interpreting and applying relevant policies and regulations preferred.
• Experience using GPS and GIS technologies, experience operating 4WD trucks, utility task vehicles, and utility trailers preferred.
• Willingness to travel for TDY assignments, ability to pass a government background check.
• Ability to perform moderately strenuous physical exertion in adverse weather, occasional flexible scheduling including early mornings, late evenings, and weekend travel.

Embedded within WSP's Heritage & Cultural Resources practice under the Earth & Environment Team, the WSP Archaeologist leads field teams on archaeological surveys and excavations while writing technical reports and applying state and federal heritage regulations. Working closely with tribal monitors, cross-functional teams, clients, and landowners, this role supports a growing organization in meeting client compliance objectives across multiple Midwest and Great Lakes locations.

Core Functions

• Direct field teams on archaeological surveys and excavations.
• Interact with clients, landowners, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Write technical reports and apply heritage and cultural resource state and federal regulations.
• Work with tribal monitors and representatives.
• Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct in adherence to WSP's Code of Conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, historic preservation, or a related field, Master's or Ph.D. preferred.
• 3 years of professional experience in the heritage industry.
• 1 to 3 years of relevant post-education experience in Section 106/110 compliance and CRM archaeology, preferably in the Midwest.
• Basic proficiency with business writing, office automation, communication software, and technology.
• Excellent technical writing and strong interpersonal and communication skills for both scientific and non-scientific audiences.
• Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic work environment, proven record of upholding workplace safety and WSP policies.
• Ability to travel on short notice, schedules may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Regulatory compliance and cultural resource preservation across the southeastern US depend on the Archaeologist 4, who conducts Phase I, II, and III investigations, writes NRHP significance reports, and leads field crews while coordinating compliance efforts with federal, state, and municipal agencies. Based within a cultural resource management practice, this role supports and builds clientele by mentoring junior staff and delivering technical assistance across all phases of archaeological investigation.

Accountabilities

• Conduct Phase I, II, and III archaeological investigations and data recoveries, prepare appropriate field methodologies for archaeological survey.
• Write technical reports assessing archaeological site integrity and significance under Criterion D of the NRHP.
• Lead field crews, supervise and mentor junior staff.
• Record archaeological resources, gather field data, collect remote sensing data, and analyze artifacts and assist curation efforts.
• Conduct archival and historical background research, prepare maps using the ESRI suite of software.
• Coordinate regulatory compliance with federal, state, and municipal agencies.
• Support and build clientele, provide technical assistance as needed.

Experience & Qualifications

• Master's degree in Anthropology or Archaeology.
• RPA membership or credentials necessary for enrollment, qualifications meeting the Secretary of the Interior professional standards for archaeology, valid driver's license.
• 5 or more years of professional experience in cultural resource management, including 5+ years working in the southeastern US.
• Clear understanding of precontact and historical traditions of the southeastern US, familiarity with FHWA NEPA compliance, state DOT requirements, Section 106 of the NHPA, NEPA, ARPA, NHPA, NAGPRA, Section 404 permitting, state environmental compliance laws, and cultural agreements and documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, ArcGIS, and the ESRI suite of software.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, organized approach to balancing multiple ongoing tasks.
• Ability to travel, hike, and conduct fieldwork in inclement weather or rugged terrain, and carry equipment up to 40 pounds.

As the Archaeologist on Stantec's Southern Water account, this role leads production of heritage screening, desk-based assessments, and full life-cycle archaeological work packages from inception through post-excavation publication on cross-country pipeline and infrastructure schemes. The Stantec UK archaeology team relies on this work to deliver rigorous technical review, QA, and sub-contractor management that safeguard archaeological and heritage compliance across the UK project portfolio.

Strategic Responsibilities

• Lead production of archaeology and heritage screening and desk-based assessments, undertake regulator and stakeholder consultation without supervision.
• Provide archaeological consultancy advice and formulate site mitigation strategies and solutions.
• Take an active role in design-stage archaeology and heritage input, including route selection for cross-country pipeline schemes.
• Manage procurement and oversight of archaeological sub-contractors, deliver archaeological monitoring of fieldwork and post-excavation programmes.
• Liaise collaboratively with Stantec's lead archaeologist, project managers, engineers, environmental team, and town planners.
• Manage the full life cycle of archaeological work packages from inception through assessment, field mitigation, post-excavation, analysis, and publication.
• Serve as a senior member of the Stantec UK archaeology team, providing technical review and QA across the UK portfolio, support bids for new project opportunities as required.

Technical Qualifications

• Degree or post-graduate degree in archaeology or a heritage-related subject.
• Chartered or Full Member of CIFA expected, full UK driving licence required.
• Demonstrable track record of archaeological project management, previous consultancy and infrastructure/water sector experience advantageous.
• Expert, multi-period understanding of the British archaeological resource and UK legislative, consultancy, and national planning policy framework, established relationships with curators/regulators in Southern England advantageous.
• Experience writing and reviewing Heritage Impact Assessments, Archaeological Desk-Based Assessments, SMC/LBC applications, fieldwork design briefs, mitigation strategies, tender specifications, and WSIs.
• Ability to use GIS advantageous.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and commercial awareness, strong professional reputation supported by publication, conference presentation, or public engagement, willingness to travel throughout the UK.

ICF Archaeologist leads technical and project management work delivering cultural resource services to public agency, utility, and land development clients in Seattle and Portland, with responsibilities spanning archaeological evaluation, QA/QC, budget control, and business development. The work directly supports ICF's environmental compliance practice by integrating client-facing programmatic strategies from front-end feasibility through implementation and maintenance across the Pacific Northwest regulatory landscape.

What You'll Do

• Provide technical leadership in archaeology, business development, and project management.
• Contribute towards cultural resources development efforts, including publication or participation in events and conferences representing ICF.
• Provide resource lead and technical support in field and office settings, develop resource management recommendations and provide high-level support for complex resource problems and regulatory issues.
• Evaluate resources for the National Register of Historic Places and Washington Heritage Register.
• Perform QA/QC for reports and documents.
• Manage projects related to environmental compliance and resource management, including client contact, budget control, invoicing, schedule, personnel allocation, and subcontractor involvement.
• Work in a collaborative, integrated team of engineers, scientists, planners, regulators, and other stakeholders.
• Integrate with clients to achieve long-term objectives and efficiencies across siting, routing, feasibility, implementation, and maintenance.

Background & Experience

• Master's degree in Archaeology or related field.
• Registered Professional Archaeologist certification.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in cultural resources management, 2 to 5 years of experience in project management.
• Proven experience or interest in business development, familiarity with Pacific Northwest cultural resources and associated regulatory environment.
• Working knowledge of SEPA, NEPA, NHPA, and other state and federal environmental regulations.
• Strong fieldwork skills including pedestrian and subsurface survey, testing, and evaluation.
• Leadership and mentoring skills, creativity in applying archaeological concepts to address regulatory requirements.
• Desire to excel and passion for rewarding work on complex environmental challenges.

The FEMA Disaster Recovery Archaeologist produces Damage Descriptions and Scopes of Work essential to disaster recovery grants while examining material evidence and supervising site surveys at locations affected by natural disasters across the US. Working within Hanson Professional Services' deployment teams and alongside FEMA program staff, this role enables timely grant formulation and recovery compliance by streamlining processes and delivering organized reports under high-pressure field conditions.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Examine and recover material evidence including ruins of buildings, tools, pottery, and other objects from past human cultures, supervise construction projects and utilize surveys to locate and excavate prehistoric or historic sites before construction.
• Evaluate the eligibility of disaster-related damages, facilities, work, and costs.
• Develop Damage Descriptions and Scopes of Work essential to the formulation of disaster recovery grants.
• Support production of detailed, organized reports and reviews.
• Develop and communicate processes, procedures, and methodologies that streamline disaster recovery efforts.
• Operate in an intense, dynamic work environment, delivering both independently and as part of a team.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor's degree.
• Valid US driver's license, completion of required FEMA training courses.
• Previous experience working with FEMA.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel).
• Excellent communication skills, extraordinary attention to detail and ability to process work accurately, demonstrated ability to communicate with team members, clients, and stakeholders with diplomacy and tact.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing client and project needs, ability to work under pressure and deliver under tight deadlines, willingness to travel and mobilize on short notice.
• Must be a US citizen, must successfully pass a comprehensive FBI background screening (credit, criminal, tax history, felonies, misdemeanors, DUI/DWIs, bankruptcy, and financial evasion).

Reporting to Permit Holders and Project Managers within Stantec's multi-specialty environmental team, the Interior Plateau Archaeologist leads preliminary field reconnaissance surveys, archaeological impact assessments, and crew management across a field season spanning May through November. Partnering with environmental professionals and First Nations communities, this role advances cultural resources management by delivering permit applications, technical reports, and site form documentation grounded in rigorous health, safety, and quality standards.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead preliminary field reconnaissance surveys, archaeological impact assessments, monitoring, and possible excavation.
• Identify and record areas of archaeological potential, archaeological sites, and traditional use sites.
• Work with Permit Holders and Project Managers to make technical recommendations for cultural resources management.
• Collect data and complete data management.
• Manage crews of up to five individuals, mentor and train junior crew members.
• Write permit applications, interim reports, final reports, site forms, and proposals.
• Actively participate in Stantec's HSSE programs.

Position Requirements

• Experience as a Field Director in the Interior Plateau, Field Director status in other culture areas an asset, permit holding status an asset.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.
• Experience identifying traditional use sites and features, CMTs, and lithic artifacts, experience with lithic artifact analysis and cataloguing.
• Experience with mapping, pedestrian surveys, subsurface testing, excavation, and data collection and management (field notes, photographs, digital information).
• Experience driving on forestry roads, experience operating ATVs and hauling a trailer an asset.
• Desire to work closely with other environmental professionals and First Nations in both leadership and supporting roles.
• Able to conduct fieldwork away from home, staying in hotels or camps for up to 2 weeks during the field season (May–Nov).

The Ghana Port Project Archaeologist builds and manages the full environmental and cultural heritage compliance framework for a major port development, leading EIA-phase consultations, preparing Environmental Management Plans, and coordinating with the EPA and international stakeholders throughout construction and operational stages. Collaborating with legal, engineering, and finance teams within the client organization alongside national and World Bank regulatory bodies, this role shapes the preservation of coastal archaeological resources and social safeguards across a complex, multi-stage infrastructure programme.

Scope of Work

• Conduct extensive consultations during the EIA phase to confirm possible habited areas now claimed by the sea in the project area.
• Preserve cultural and archaeological artefacts and resources identified at every stage of port development.
• Liaise with the client to complete project registration with the EPA, prepare an inception report including a detailed Draft Stakeholder Engagement Plan (SEP).
• Identify and review relevant policies, laws, conventions, and institutional mandates related to environmental and social aspects of the proposed port project, including applicable international conventions.
• Provide a detailed description of the proposed port project, including location, layout, pre-construction and construction activities, staffing, equipment, waste management, and operation and maintenance activities.
• Analyze alternative project options for environmental, technical, and economic feasibility, including the no-action option, alternative designs, and alternative construction and dredging methods.
• Prepare an Environmental Management Plan (EMP) including monitoring standards, institutional arrangements, reporting requirements, grievance mechanisms, risk assessment, and emergency preparedness plans.

Professional Experience

• MSc in Archaeology, Anthropology, or equivalent.
• Minimum 15 years of experience, involved in at least 5 ESIAs in the maritime, ports, coastal, and wetlands environment.
• Good understanding of World Bank/AfDB Operational and Safeguards policies, the World Bank Environmental and Social Framework, and Ghana's environmental regulations and applicable international regulations.
• Good knowledge of ISO 14001, 45001, and 9001 management systems, experience in site safety and occupational health, knowledge of GBV and other social risks management.
• Advanced capability in the use of Excel Office suite and other computer applications.
• Excellent communication, exceptional research and analytical skills, good motivation, influencing, and people management skills, ability to think innovatively and entrepreneurially.
• Fluent in English and local languages.

The SWCA Archaeologist delivers archaeological desktop studies, fieldwork supervision, and report production for cultural resource projects across California and the Western US, maintaining SWCA's standards of scientific ethics and quality assurance while coordinating with the Cultural Resource Team Lead and project managers. Working closely with field technician crews, Native American coordinators, and company leadership, this role is a regular, full-time, hourly position with benefits based out of the Sacramento or San Francisco office with hybrid options available.

Key Deliverables

• Conduct background research for archaeological studies, including records searches, Sacred Lands File searches, and Native American coordination.
• Conduct archaeological desktop studies following standardized procedures, including review of background data, project information, archaeological sensitivity, and land ownership.
• Ensure appropriate preliminary research is organized prior to fieldwork, and that necessary equipment, staff, and resources are ready.
• Supervise fieldwork including archaeological survey, testing, data recovery, and construction monitoring, ensure quality and completeness of data collected.
• Communicate regularly with the Project Manager to ensure budgetary and timetable needs are met.
• Organize the report writing and production effort and draft report sections in coordination with the project manager.
• Maintain SWCA's high standard of scientific ethics and quality assurance, identify and resolve problems in creative ways.
• Work closely with the Cultural Resource Team Lead and leaders throughout the company to promote SWCA's business interests.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, or a closely related field required, Master's degree helpful.
• Participation in an accredited field school or equivalent experience, valid Driver's License in good standing.
• Up to 1 year of CRM experience in California or the Western U.S., at least 2 years preferred, experience leading crews on a variety of project types, regions, and agencies preferred.
• Experience with standard archaeological survey and excavation techniques, experience providing QA/QC review of field documents, site forms, and reports preferred, demonstrated experience preparing technical reports.
• Familiarity with ArcGIS, Trimble GPS, ArcPad/Terrasync, Android devices, and digital field data collection preferred, demonstrated ability to use industry-standard word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, willingness to learn and grow into increased management responsibilities.
• Ability to conduct fieldwork in inclement weather, rugged terrain, and carry equipment up to 40 pounds.

The Supervisory Archaeologist coordinates field direction and project management assistance across large and small cultural resource management projects, directing crews of two or more archaeologists while overseeing site documentation, NRHP evaluation, artifact analysis, and technical report production. The cultural resource management team relies on this work to maintain health and safety compliance, quality control, and accurate site form completion using ERO's Microsoft Access database across variable fieldwork schedules including an 8-day on/6-day off rotation.

Operational Focus

• Direct, delegate, and ensure accurate site documentation including site forms, photography, and mapping.
• Oversee a crew of two or more archaeologists, ensure the crew stays on task and provide assistant field directorship.
• Keep accurate and detailed field notes, perform accurate resource identification, interpretation, and NRHP evaluation.
• Self-perform quality control on tasks and deliverables, ensure health and safety compliance.
• Draft technical memorandums and technical reports, complete or direct site form completion using ERO's Microsoft Access database.
• Perform research to support reporting, coordinate or perform artifact washing, flotation, data entry, and artifact analysis.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Anthropology/Archaeology preferred, must meet Secretary of the Interior qualifications for archaeology.
• 2 to 5 years of applicable professional experience, at least 6 months of direct supervisory experience.
• Primary experience with archaeology of the western U.S., Colorado experience a plus.
• Experience with NEPA impact assessments a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe products, GPS unit, and tablet.
• Physically capable of strenuous hiking with a backpack in rugged terrain up to 10 miles a day, collecting digital data, performing in-field artifact analysis, and taking photographs.

The BB Archaeologist refines the delivery of watching briefs, field evaluations, excavations, and post-excavation work in accordance with Planning Condition requirements and WSI, directing multi-disciplinary project teams and producing typescript fieldwork reports for Local Government officers, clients, and contractors. Based within BB's commercial archaeology practice and working across the utilities, construction, and engineering sectors, this role strengthens public awareness of heritage through community engagement and outreach while ensuring full compliance with the Archaeological Requirements of Planning Conditions.

Work Activities

• Direct the work of a multi-disciplinary project team and provide appropriate guidance and feedback in accordance with project documentation.
• Ensure site records and summaries are lodged in accordance with planning procedures.
• Author typescript fieldwork reports efficiently and accurately.
• Monitor and provide regular reports to Project Teams on archaeological progress, logistical, staff, and health and safety issues, maintain liaison with clients, Local Government officers, and contractors.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of administrative records including timesheets, ensure fieldwork complies with BB Health and Safety policy and prepare Risk Assessments.
• Develop community engagement and outreach projects through displays, publications, website contributions, media liaison, and lectures.
• Manage and review Planning Condition documents including WSI, provide on-site advice on Planning Conditions, archaeological matters, and compliance.
• Produce internal and external reports as required for Planning Conditions and archaeological performance case studies.
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Qualifications & Experience

• Degree level education in a relevant subject, post-graduate qualification preferred.
• Associate membership of the CIfA, full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel.
• Substantial archaeological fieldwork experience on sites of various periods and types, experience and understanding of UK commercial archaeology.
• Sound knowledge of archaeological practice and general familiarity with the archaeology of Britain at all periods, good working knowledge of relevant Health and Safety requirements and legislation, commercial awareness.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), survey skills including Leica GPS/TST and basic CAD knowledge.
• Ability to communicate efficiently and courteously with clients, officers, and members of the public.
• Demonstrable potential for stratigraphic analysis and post-excavation reporting, understanding of the utilities/construction/engineering environment.

The Intermountain/Southwest Archaeologist executes archaeological investigations of all types and phases to regulatory agency standards across Utah, Nevada, and surrounding Western states, developing proposals and research designs while supervising field and laboratory crews and marketing cultural resource services to new and existing clients. Working within a professional cultural resource firm permitted on BLM lands in Utah and Nevada, this role enables client compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act across solar, commercial, and telecommunications project types.

Delivery Expectations

• Design, conduct, and report on archaeological investigations of all types and phases to regulatory agency standards across the Intermountain and Southwest regions, with an emphasis on Utah and Nevada and ability to travel to support projects in Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho, Arizona, and New Mexico.
• Conduct independent pre-contact and historic documentary research.
• Develop proposals, methodologies, and research designs for all types and phases of archaeological projects.
• Supervise and coordinate field and laboratory crews.
• Coordinate and assist internal and external clients with cultural resources regulatory compliance.
• Market archaeological services to new and existing clients, manage projects within budget and deadline constraints.

Professional Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Anthropology required.
• Permitted to conduct archaeological work on BLM lands in Utah and Nevada.
• Minimum 6 years of experience as an Archaeological Crew Chief/Field Director in Utah with a professional cultural resource, architectural, or engineering firm or federal/state agency.
• Intimate knowledge of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.
• Experience as Crew Chief/Field Director in Utah and one or more other Western U.S. states, experience on solar farm, commercial, and cell phone tower projects.
• Experience marketing archaeological services.

The Mainstream Archaeologist guides all archaeological services across development, construction, and operation stages of renewable energy projects, managing contracted consulting firms, validating field campaigns, and acting as counterpart to the Consejo de Monumentos Nacionales throughout the environmental assessment process. Collaborating with legal, engineering, finance, and development teams internally and with authorities and stakeholders externally, this role advances corporate environmental compliance by generating archaeological strategies and ensuring timely fulfilment of regulatory authorizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all archaeological services performed by contracted environmental consulting firms.
• Participate in developing terms of reference for contracting archaeological services.
• Manage, supervise, and validate field campaigns and permanent archaeological monitoring carried out in the projects.
• Advise the Project Manager on environmental matters, ensuring correct understanding of commitments and obligations.
• Ensure application of corporate environmental management guidelines consistent with applicable regulations and environmental authorizations.
• Generate analysis and definition of archaeological strategies, manage the schedule of project activities regarding environmental assessment.
• Act as counterpart to the Consejo de Monumentos Nacionales, coordinate preparation of the environmental report with interested parties.
• Communicate environmental sensitivities and risks of the project in a timely manner.

Experience & Qualifications

• Educational background in archaeology, minimum 15 years of work experience.
• Experience in environmental assessment (SEIA) and application of integrated management systems, experience in renewable energy projects an advantage.
• Knowledge of project development, construction, and operation processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for internal management and external stakeholder liaison, people management skills to assemble multidisciplinary teams including developers, engineers, lawyers, advisors, and authorities.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is a prerequisite.
• High standard of commitment to safety as a priority value, ability to work unsupervised and integrate into cross-functional teams.

Reporting to the Director of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, the North Dakota State Archaeologist oversees Section 106 review and compliance of federally funded undertakings statewide, leading field investigations using the latest technology while collaborating with team members to develop conservation plans for architectural and archaeological resources. The work directly supports the preservation of North Dakota's cultural resources and advances public and professional understanding of Great Plains prehistory through advocacy, expert guidance, and the application of remote sensing and GIS methods.

Core Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with continuously changing applicable laws and regulations.
• Advocate for and provide expertise, advice, and guidance to the general public, researchers, and constituents across the state and country.
• Manage review and compliance of 36 CFR 800 (Section 106) projects in North Dakota.
• Lead a team of archaeologists using the latest technology to complete archaeological field investigations, including survey and excavation.
• Collaborate with team members to develop an up-to-date conservation plan ensuring preservation of identified architectural and archaeological resources.

Education & Experience

• Graduate degree in Anthropology or Archaeology and 5 years of related work experience including supervision of staff in the anthropological/archaeological field.
• Supervised field and analytic experience in both prehistoric and historic archaeology, previous research and knowledge of the Northern Plains, North Dakota in particular.
• Experience working with federal and North Dakota state laws pertaining to cultural resources management.
• Experience with GIS, project management, and remote sensing techniques.
• Demonstrated oral, written, and researching skills, high level of interpersonal and negotiating skills.
• Demonstrated public relations experience, ability to multi-task with multiple priorities and frequent interruptions.

ERM Archaeologist coordinates and leads archaeological field programs, desk-based studies, and cultural heritage assessments while representing ERM at meetings with provincial, territorial, and federal agencies across Western Canada. Working within ERM's multi-disciplinary service areas and alongside clients in a fulltime, permanent capacity, this role builds the firm's cultural heritage client base by delivering quality-reviewed archaeology deliverables and sharing best practices across the country and internationally.

Job Functions

• Coordinate and lead archaeological field programs.
• Perform archaeological field surveys and excavation for archaeological studies.
• Conduct research and writing for archaeological and cultural heritage assessments.
• Perform artifact analysis and cataloguing.
• Provide quality review of archaeology/cultural heritage deliverables.
• Provide technical consulting to support the growth of ERM's business and client base in archaeology and cultural heritage in Western Canada.
• Represent ERM through communications and at meetings with provincial/territorial and federal agencies.
• Interact with other ERM service areas to share multi-disciplinary resources and best practices, assist with preparing proposals and reports to meet client needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field with a focus in archaeology.
• Field director status in British Columbia, permit holding status a plus, valid First Aid and Driver's License with good driving record required.
• Demonstrated fieldwork experience and understanding of field logistics, previous consulting experience in other provinces and territories a plus, proven ability to carry research to completion.
• Strong health and safety culture, ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and varied terrain.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, ability to work within a team as well as independently.

Rio Tinto Archaeologist runs cultural heritage programs and leads Archaeological Survey Teams at the Weipa operation, coaching Traditional Owners and Indigenous Heritage assistants in field methodology while building relationships with Traditional Owner groups and Local Aboriginal Corporations through land use agreements. Success in the position means ensuring full compliance with Rio Tinto heritage management standards, legislative requirements, and health and safety obligations while supporting Pacific Aluminium sites and delivering Archaeological Survey Reports to internal customers.

Performance Expectations

• Build and maintain relationships with Traditional Owner groups, Local Aboriginal Corporations, and their representative bodies.
• Work with Traditional Owners through land use agreements.
• Prepare Archaeological Survey Reports and lead Archaeological Survey Teams.
• Project manage cultural heritage programs.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and customers, support other Pacific Aluminium sites from Weipa.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Anthropology or Archaeology.
• Prior experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge and experience using ArcGIS, intermediate to advanced proficiency using MS Office.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to the safety of yourself and your team, experience working in a remote location and with Aboriginal people, their communities, and organisations beneficial.

The Northwestern US CRM Archaeologist coordinates cultural resource management projects that aid clients in meeting local, state, and federal compliance requirements, implementing field programs, preparing findings reports, and responding to client and public requests across the northwestern US. Working within a multidisciplinary practice and drawing on knowledge of Plateau ethnohistory and the Washington DAHP WISAARD database, this role strengthens the organization's capacity to protect and enhance archaeological and historical resources through proposal development and grant funding.

Areas of Ownership

• Implement cultural resources projects and lead field crews.
• Prepare reports of findings.
• Prepare proposals for obtaining contract and grant funding.
• Respond to client needs and media, public, and professional requests.
• Employ a multidisciplinary approach to meet project needs.

Technical Qualifications

• Master's degree in Anthropology or related field.
• Two years of full-time experience as a professional archaeologist, prior experience working for AHS preferred.
• Knowledge and experience of the ethnohistory of the Plateau.
• Experience with GIS (ArcMap v10), ability to write professional quality archaeological proposals and reports, experience with the online Washington DAHP WISAARD database.
• Flexibility, collaboration, communication, teamwork, time management, and attention to detail.