Archaeological Principal Investigator
About the role
As an assistant project manager for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in our Nashville, TN Office, you will manage project teams to navigate today’s complex environmental regulatory landscape, helping our public sector, commercial, institutional, and energy clients with Cultural Resource compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. You will manage all phases of both historic and prehistoric archaeological investigations; project work that will include development of archaeological work plans, fieldwork, artifact analysis and curation, report preparation, and development and implementation of mitigation plans, as well as contribute to the growth of CEC’s Cultural Resources Practice. Working with clients, contractors, and local government officials, you will impact the whole project—from conceptual and design phases, through the regulatory review process, bidding, and construction.
Responsibilities
- Manage project teams to deliver Cultural Resource compliance under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.
- Oversee all phases of historic and prehistoric archaeological investigations, including work plan development, fieldwork, artifact analysis and curation, report preparation, and mitigation plan implementation.
- Collaborate with clients, contractors, and local government officials throughout project lifecycles.
- Contribute to the growth of CEC’s Cultural Resources Practice and support projects nationwide.
Requirements
- Advanced degree in anthropology, archaeology, history, architectural history, or closely related field (must meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards and Guidelines under 36CFR61).
- Supervisory field and analytic experience in general North American archaeology.
- Archaeological research, administration, or management experience.
- Demonstrated ability to carry research to completion.
- Professional writing and speaking ability.
- Familiarity with GPS devices, geomorphological techniques, data collector/total station, and GIS.
- Ability to work independently and travel to field projects and/or CEC offices as needed.
- Experience preparing proposals, work plans, and change orders.
Qualifications
- Experience with the Tennessee Department of Transportation or other state transportation departments.
- General knowledge of the Section 106 implementation process of the Federal Highway Administration (preferred).
- Experience consulting with federally recognized tribal organizations (preferred).
Benefits
- Matching 401(k)
- Profit sharing
- Performance bonus
- Company stock
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Tuition assistance
- Professional development
- Work-life balance