Job SummaryLangan is seeking a
Project Cultural Resources Professional to join its collaborative team in
Richmond, VA. This individual will serve a key function in in assisting with complex historical research projects and providing research and technical assistance regarding the treatment of the historic built environment. This role supports cross-disciplinary projects and the growth of a national cultural resources practice.
Job Responsibilities- Advise internal and external clients respective cultural resources issues balancing the needs of the historic resource with project/client needs;
- Analyze and synthesize historical information to create comprehensive historic contexts for specific geographic areas or building types;
- Conduct in-depth research using primary sources including historical documents, maps, photographs, and census records to establish historical context and significance of buildings;
- Accurately and efficiently convey cultural resources issues to clients;
- Design Phase I, II, and III work plans for archaeological investigation and oversee their implementation;
- Design Historic Architectural surveys and oversee their implementation;
- Participate in the identification, evaluation, and management of historical, archaeological, and cultural assets to ensure compliance with regulations;
- Support compliance with federal, state, and local historic preservation regulations (e.g., Section 106, NEPA, and applicable state requirements) through research, documentation, and analysis;
- Collaborate with the cultural resources team with ongoing projects and programs;
- Oversee the creation of technical reports for both archaeological and historic architectural resources;
- Oversee Staff and Senior Staff to achieve project goals;
- Attend industry and client events to promote Langan's cultural resources services;
- Assists the Natural Resources team with ongoing project and programs; and
- Performs other duties as requested.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Historic Preservation or related field of study required, Master's degree preferred;
- 15+ years of work-related experience;
- Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal preservation laws and regulations;
- Strong Knowledge of Historic Preservation;
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; Internet research; Adobe Professional; ArcGIS, and AutoCAD;
- Strong attention to detail;
- Strong verbal and written communication skills;
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
- Strong planning and organizational skills;
- Ability to work independently;
- Sound judgment capability and ability to maintain confidentiality;
- Ability to occasionally participate in field work and work during evenings and weekends, when necessary; and
- Occasional travel to other office locations, project sites and/or client locations, as needed.
Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.
Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!
