Chronicle Heritage · 1 week ago
Senior Archaeologist | Principal Investigator | Arizona
Phoenix, AZ
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
7+ years expChronicle Heritage is a solution-driven heritage consulting firm that focuses on cultural resource management. They are seeking a Senior Archaeologist to serve as a Principal Investigator, responsible for leading technical studies, ensuring high-quality deliverables, and mentoring staff while navigating federal, state, and municipal regulations.
Environmental Consulting
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead technical studies and ensure clients receive high-quality, on-time deliverables
Oversee and coordinate with teams conducting both field and desktop research and impact analysis
Provide technical oversight and interdisciplinary team oversight
Provide quality control for all deliverables and ensure compliance with applicable regulations
Train and mentor staff and actively engage in professional development
Interface with clients and external stakeholders
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulations affecting CRM and general industry trends
Demonstrate technical excellence in area of expertise and maintain knowledge of best management practices
Oversee field investigations of proposed project sites to assess or evaluate resources or the potential for resources
Direct collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; formulate recommendations and solutions to highly complex problems or those involving risk
Develop and maintain existing and new business relationships in collaboration with Project Managers and Office Principals
Strategically identify and pursue new leads, oversee the preparation of proposals, and procure project contracts
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree in archaeology, anthropology, or a closely related field
7+ years of experience preparing a variety of technical reports, including treatment plans and comprehensive data recovery reports
5+ years of experience managing survey, testing, and data recovery projects of various sizes and complexity, including technical, project, or program management roles within an environmental, engineering, or cultural consulting firm
2+ years of experience serving as a Project Manager or Principal Investigator on survey, testing, and data recovery projects
Expert knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of CRM and relevant federal laws and regulations, including AAA, NHPA and NEPA
Knowledge of and experience in applying research methods and forming and maintaining effective client and interagency internal-team relationships
Excellent verbal and written skills
Valid driver's license
Preferred
Professional accreditation
Experience leading archaeological projects in the west
Ability to manage projects and teams as a leader and/or supervisor and to handle multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
Expert knowledge of state level CRM laws and regulations for Arizona
Listed as a Principal Investigator on federal, and local permits
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a large, multi-disciplinary team and promote and sustain effective working relationships with clients, the public, and other agencies
Proficient organizational, schedule, and budget management skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
Company
Chronicle Heritage
Cultural and Natural Heritage Management Consultancy, Environmental Services
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mel Gordon
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-09-04
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