Archaeological Principal Investigator

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc.

$80K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in anthropology, archaeology, history, or a closely related field required.
  • Supervisory experience in North American archaeology essential.
  • Experience in archaeological research, administration, or project management.
  • Proven ability to complete research projects.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
  • Familiarity with GPS, geomorphological techniques, and GIS tools important.
  • Independent work capability and willingness to travel as needed.
  • Experience in preparing proposals and work plans essential.
  • Knowledge of Tennessee transportation departments and Section 106 preferred.
  • Previous consultation experience with tribal organizations is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Manage project teams to navigate environmental regulatory landscapes.
  • Oversee all phases of archaeological investigations for compliance.
  • Develop archaeological work plans and conduct fieldwork as required.
  • Perform artifact analysis and ensure proper curation procedures.
  • Prepare detailed project reports documenting findings and compliance.
  • Create and implement mitigation plans to address archaeological impacts.
  • Collaborate with clients, contractors, and local government officials throughout the project lifecycle.

Benefits

  • Matching 401(k) plan for retirement savings.
  • Profit-sharing opportunities to reward company performance.
  • Performance bonuses based on individual and company success.
  • Company stock ownership option available.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • Short and long-term disability insurance for employee protection.
  • Tuition assistance for ongoing professional development.
  • Emphasis on work-life balance to support employee well-being.
Full Job Description
Overview

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. Youwill 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 CECs Cultural Resources Practice. Working with clients, contractors, and local government officials, you willll impact the whole project - from conceptual and design phases, through the regulatory review process, bidding, and construction.

CEC's corporate Cultural Resources Practice currently has staff in Indianapolis, Pittsburgh, and Oklahoma City, and with continued success, is seeking talent to continue growth and help manage clients, projects, and staff as needed in support of our client endeavors nationwide. CEC's Cultural Resources Practice works cooperatively across all CEC offices to bring the necessary historic preservation compliance expertise to our clients' specific project needs.

Qualifications
  • Advanced degree in anthropology, archaeology, history, architectural history or closely related field (e.g., must meet the Secretary of the Interiors Standards and Guidelines under 36CFR61);

  • Supervisory field and analytic experience in general North American archaeology;

  • Archeological research, administration, or management;

  • Demonstrated ability to carry research to completion;

  • Ability to speak and write professionally,;

  • 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;

  • Preparation of proposals, work plans, and change orders;

  • Experience with the Tennessee Department of Transportation or other state transportation departments, and a general knowledge of the Section 106 implementation process of the Federal Highway Administration (preferred); and

  • Experience consulting with federally recognized tribal organizations (preferred).

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

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