Job Opportunity: Principal Archaeological Investigator
Position Overview: An environmental consulting firm is seeking a dedicated Lead Archaeologist to manage and oversee cultural resource projects. This role involves serving as the primary author on technical reports, research designs, and other documentation. You will provide guidance and mentorship to staff, ensuring compliance with QA/QC standards and fostering a collaborative team environment. Additionally, you will manage budgets, proposals, client interactions, and staff, demonstrating proficiency in project management and effective delegation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead authorship of technical reports, research designs, and other documentation.
- Oversight of field research, data collection, analysis, and report production.
- Training and mentoring of staff in research protocols, technical reporting, and site recording.
- Problem-solving and process improvement to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.
- Collaboration with local and regional teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
- Cultivation of strong relationships with agency contacts, clients, and stakeholders.
- Additional project management duties, including budgeting, proposal preparation, and client management.
- Commitment to scientific integrity and adherence to safety policies and reporting requirements.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of a master's degree in Archaeology or Anthropology.
- At least eight (8) years of archaeology fieldwork experience, with academic or research-oriented supervisory experience considered.
- Thorough knowledge of NEPA and Section 106 regulations.
- Meets the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification Standards as an Archaeologist.
- Experience with content editing of reports and project scheduling/budgeting.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with project teams.
- Willingness to travel approximately 20% of the time.
