Archaeological Field Supervisor

Civil & Environmental Consultants • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

As an Archaeological Field Supervisor (project scientist) for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), you will manage project teams and help commercial, institutional, and energy clients navigate environmental regulatory requirements for cultural resource compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. You will manage all phases of historic and prehistoric archaeological investigations, including developing archaeological work plans, conducting fieldwork, analyzing and curating artifacts, preparing reports, and developing and implementing mitigation plans. You will work with clients, contractors, and local government officials throughout projects, from conceptual and design phases through regulatory review, bidding, and construction.

CEC describes a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities, professional development, and the opportunity to become an owner of the firm. The company also highlights its Employee Resource Groups and commitment to supporting its people and communities.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a closely related field, and must meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards and Guidelines.
• Supervisory field and analytic experience in general North American archaeology, preferably Midwest archaeology.
• Ability to carry research through to completion.
• Ability to speak and write professionally.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with GPS devices, geomorphological techniques, data collectors, total stations, and GIS.
• Indiana DHPA qualified professional field supervisor status, or a background to become qualified.
• DHPA Qualified Archaeologist status.
• Experience with bioarchaeology, geoarchaeology, and/or transportation archaeology.

Responsibilities

• Manage project teams conducting cultural resource compliance work under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.
• Manage all phases of historic and prehistoric archaeological investigations.
• Develop archaeological work plans.
• Conduct archaeological fieldwork.
• Analyze and curate artifacts.
• Prepare reports.
• Develop and implement mitigation plans.
• Work with clients, contractors, and local government officials through project design, regulatory review, bidding, and construction.

Benefits

• Matching 401(k)
• Profit sharing
• Performance bonus
• Company stock
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance
• Professional development
• Work-life balance
• Opportunity to become an owner of the firm

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level