Architectural Historian (mid-level)

About the role

Stantec is seeking a motivated and dynamic mid-level architectural historian to support our Cultural Resources Team and clients located in the greater Nashville, Tennessee region.

Responsibilities

• Conducting background research, built environment field work, developing contextual analysis, making recommendations of NRHP eligibility, and report preparation
• Assisting with finalizing complex architectural history projects with a team of junior-level architectural historians
• Assisting senior-level staff with scoping and managing projects
• Managing and mentoring junior-level staff
• Coinciding with other Stantec staff to ensure the quality of data, field work, and documentation
• Projects will vary in size, scope, and complexity and will be conducted in close coordination and under the supervision of senior-level staff
• Aiding with regional business development

Requirements

• Good leadership and judgement qualities
• Strong technical skills
• Good communication skills
• Comfortable making technical decisions in the field

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Historic Preservation, Public History, History, or closely related field
• Eight-to-ten or more years of professional experience as an Architectural Historian

Skills

• Experience managing and/or mentoring junior-level staff
• Experience managing project budgets and scoping historic architectural projects
• Extensive knowledge and experience working with Section 106 of National Historic Preservation Act
• Experience producing nominations to the National Register of Historic Places
• Strong writing and research skills
• Fluency using Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge of mapping and ARCGIS-related programs
• Ability to travel regionally for project work
• Ability to complete physically demanding tasks in urban and rural settings and/or hot and dry climates, including walking, hiking, and field navigating
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Wellness program
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account
• 401(k) plan
• Employee stock purchase program
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Short-term/long-term disability plans
• Emergency travel benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional membership fee coverage
• Paid family leave