Cultural Resources Specialist 2
About the role
The Cultural Resources Specialist II (Project Archaeologist) position at HDR is designed to support the expansion of our services in the Midwest, particularly in Missouri, Kansas, and Illinois. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in archaeological services for various infrastructure projects.
Responsibilities
- Planning and leading archaeological fieldwork and teams
- Working on larger or complex cultural resources projects
- Developing proposals and schedules
- Supporting environmental constraints analysis and NEPA documentation
- Periodic travel required
Preferred Qualifications
- A Master's Degree in anthropology, archaeology, history, or closely related field
- Meet or exceed Secretary of Interior Professional Qualifications Standards for Archaeology and Historic Preservation
- A minimum of 5 years Archaeological experience with a minimum of 3 years experience in planning, managing, and executing archaeological investigations
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects at the same time
- Strong leadership and supervision abilities, including problem solving, constructive conflict resolution, and decision making
- Strong understanding of Section 106 of and experience with the regulatory framework surrounding cultural resources management (i.e., Section 106, Section 4(f), and NEPA)
- Experience conducting Section 106 consultation, including previous experience compiling survey data, prehistoric and historic context development, report writing, and completing NRHP evaluations
- Willingness to travel and work under varied weather conditions and in various terrains
- Strong technical writing and oral communication skills; basic computer skills (Microsoft Office products)
- Experience/capabilities with GIS a plus
- Other technical skills and specialties (i.e., lithic analysis, flotation, etc.) a plus
- Preference given to candidates local to St. Louis
- Experience in Missouri, Kansas, and/or Illinois strongly preferred
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or closely related field
- A minimum of 5 years experience in cultural resource projects
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
- Demonstrate knowledge of and experience with project compliance-related activities including consultation, quality assurance and reviews
- Must demonstrate willingness to work under varied weather conditions
- Successful candidates must be familiar with field study design and documentation, regulatory framework for cultural resource management, and GIS utilities
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Benefits
At HDR, we believe in fostering a culture of inclusion and respect. Our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each person is valued and respected. We offer a range of benefits to support our team members, including:
- Flexible work arrangements
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee wellness programs
- Employee network groups
Pay
Salary range for this position is $75,000 - $100,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
Schedule
This position is full-time and requires periodic travel.
Qualifications
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. Please note that HDR is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.