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Colliers Engineering & Design · 3 weeks ago

Project Archaeologist

Phoenix, AZ

Part-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Colliers Engineering & Design (CED) is a leading engineering and environmental consulting firm with a focus on preserving and interpreting cultural heritage. They are seeking a Part-Time, As Needed Project Archaeologist with expertise in Southwest archaeology to lead projects and mentor staff in cultural resource management.

ArchitectureCivil EngineeringMechanical Engineering

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Serve as Field Director or Project Archaeologist on cultural resource projects, including Class I (literature/records reviews), Class II (sample surveys), and Class III (intensive surveys), as well as data recovery excavations

Prepare and support Historic Properties Treatment Plans (HPTPs) and other agency-mandated documentation

Supervise and mentor crew chiefs, staff archaeologists, and field technicians in the field

Implement research designs and ensure compliance with Section 106 of the NHPA, NEPA, ARPA, NAGPRA, and state/local regulations

Coordinate with clients, SHPO, ASM, federal and state agencies, and Tribal Nations

Preparation of technical reports, site forms, and other deliverables

Assist with managing project schedules and staffing to ensure efficiency and compliance with budgets

Support proposal preparation, budgeting, and other business development efforts as needed

Stay current with archaeological research, regulatory updates, and best practices in CRM

Establish & maintain positive relationships with co-workers, support and build others on the team and across disciplines/offices

Working in various terrains and environments throughout the year

Performing physical tasks in the field which may include regular carrying of equipment (20-50 pounds)

Occasional local and overnight travel may be required

Qualification

Southwest archaeology expertiseCultural resource managementClass IIIIII surveysArizona permitting knowledgeGeospatial software proficiencyFieldwork physical abilityEnglish communicationTeam mentoringTechnical report preparation

Required

Minimum 3 years of professional experience in cultural resource management

Demonstrated expertise in the archaeology of the Southwest and Arizona

Experience leading Class I, II, and III surveys, testing, and data recovery projects

Experience conducting and supervising Class I, II, and III surveys, testing and data recovery projects, and HPTP preparation

Knowledge of Arizona permitting processes (ASM, SHPO) and federal permitting requirements

Familiarity with geospatial and archaeological software (ArcGIS, Collector, Trimble, etc.)

Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions

Ability/willingness to lift equipment or objects weighing up to 50 pounds

Ability/willingness to walk long distances on rugged terrain

A valid Driver's License is required

Preferred

Experience in Arizona, California, New Mexico, Nevada, and/or Colorado strongly preferred

Benefits

Company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid pregnancy disability leave

Short- and long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

A company-matched 401(k)/Roth

Paid time off that includes parental and military leave

Employee referral and professional license bonuses

A straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week

Reimbursement for education

A free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses

Mentorship program

Wellness program

Women’s Organization

Ongoing philanthropic opportunities

Company

Colliers Engineering & Design

Colliers Engineering is a provider of multi-discipline engineering, design, and consulting services to public and private sector clients. It is a sub-organization of Colliers.

Founded in 1984

Holmdel, New Jersey, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://colliersengineering.com

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