Project Archaeologist

ICF • Atlanta, GA

4d • Remote

About The Position

ICF is seeking a full-time Project Archaeologist to support the growth of its cultural resources practice in the Eastern U.S., particularly on energy, transportation, and federal sector projects in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. This role involves contributing to archaeology and cultural resources studies, conducting background research, fieldwork, artifact analysis, eligibility evaluation, and documenting results in technical reports. The Project Archaeologist will also apply technical skills and regulatory compliance expertise to support project-level analysis and programmatic solutions for NEPA and Section 106 compliance. The role offers opportunities to work closely with Senior Archaeologists and Historic Preservation Specialists, and to direct and mentor early career team members.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Anthropology/Archaeology or closely related field.
• 3+ years of professional, related experience.
• Meets Secretary of the Interior’s Qualification Standards for Archaeology.
• Must have valid driver’s license, access to reliable transportation and ability to successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated capability to serve as Field Director on archaeological field studies.
• Able to conduct field work in remote locations and be comfortable in the field environment.
• Knowledgeable in Southeast archaeology; familiarity with other regions of the U.S. is a plus.
• Command of NEPA, NHPA, and other state and federal environmental regulations.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Familiarity with ArcGIS and experienced with a variety of GPS equipment.
• Specialization in historic archaeology, geoarchaeology, zooarchaeology, lithic analysis, or bioarchaeology.
• Meaningful experience conducting or supporting consultation with Tribal representatives.
• Participation in project budget development, project schedules, production of deliverables, and QA/QC process tracking.
• Registered Professional Archaeologist.

Responsibilities

• Direct archaeological surveys, testing, and data recovery fieldwork for projects primarily in the Southeastern US and Mid-Atlantic.
• Supervise junior archaeologists conducting excavation of close interval shovel tests and formal excavation units.
• Provide analysis for environmental regulatory reviews under NEPA, NHPA, and state requirements.
• Contribute technical expertise in archaeology, including technical approach development, analysis and documentation, and collaboration with junior and senior technical colleagues.
• Write and produce technical reports or documents.
• Evaluate resources for the National Register of Historic Places.
• Develop resource management recommendations and assess project effects on resources.
• Lead or assist with Section 106 consultation.
• Collaborate with architectural and landscape historians toward an integrated multi-disciplinary approach to cultural resources management.
• Collaborate in an integrated team with engineers, scientists, planners, regulators, and other stakeholders.

Benefits

• ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider.
• We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
• We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive.
• We are an equal opportunity employer.
• Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.
• Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process.

What This Job Offers

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