Archaeology Principal Investigator

About the role

WestLand Engineering and Environmental Services, a Trinity Consultants team, is seeking a full-time Archaeology Principal Investigator to join our growing Cultural Resources team in Arizona. This role involves managing the research and technical aspects of cultural resources projects, including survey, testing, data recovery, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop treatment plans and direct project-specific research
• Mentor junior staff and review reports
• Ensure compliance with agency guidelines and maintain client relationships
• Assist in new hire interviews and participate in senior management meetings
• Contribute to process development and foster a team approach to problem-solving
• Develop Historic Properties Treatment Plans
• Write synthesis chapters for data recovery reports
• Review survey, testing, and data recovery reports for accuracy and adherence to agency guidelines
• Communicate regularly with clients to ensure project needs are met
• Participate in client marketing efforts and attend client meetings

Qualifications

• PhD preferred; M.A. with appropriate experience and permits considered
• Five (5) years of cultural resources management field experience in the American Southwest
• Must hold a Principal Investigator permit or qualifications to obtain one
• Expertise in local, state, and federal cultural resources laws and regulations
• Experience managing large cultural resources survey and data recovery projects
• Proficiency in writing and reviewing technical archaeological reports

Pay

The salary range for this position is $82,000 - $109,000.00 per year.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package: 9 paid holidays, healthcare benefits, PTO, and 401k matching for full-time employees
• Flexible work schedules and remote/hybrid possibilities for most roles
• Multidisciplinary environment: Unique, creative, and challenging projects where you can develop your vision of clientele and work with industry leaders daily
• Success-oriented environment: Two-way mentorship, financial incentives to publish work, tuition reimbursement, and a career-path structure to help you reach the next steps in your career
• Collaborative work environment: Clear and frequent communication, shared information and ideas across teams, and a welcoming atmosphere for everyone