Job Description

Are you an experienced archaeologist passionate about preserving cultural heritage? Join a dynamic environmental consulting firm with a 30-year legacy of impactful work across the Rocky Mountain region. As a Principal Investigator / Senior Archaeologist , you’ll play a critical role in leading cultural resource projects, supervising field teams, and collaborating with agencies and stakeholders to ensure compliance with historic preservation laws.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful Work : Engage in projects that protect cultural resources and contribute to environmental stewardship.
• Career Growth : Thrive in a company that encourages professional development, leadership opportunities, and mentorship.
• Comprehensive Benefits :
  • 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employer-matching 401(k) and employee stock ownership program (ESOP)
  • Accrued vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays
  • Bonus programs, including overtime, profit sharing, and spot bonuses

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise field teams conducting cultural resource surveys (Class I, II, and III)
• Record archaeological sites, assess National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) eligibility, and prepare reports
• Conduct field testing, construction monitoring, and artifact analysis
• Ensure compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) and other federal/state regulations
• Engage with agencies, stakeholders, and tribal entities as part of the consultation process
• Provide technical writing and review for project documentation
• Travel as needed for fieldwork and agency coordination

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field
• Meets the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Standards for Archaeology (36 CFR 61)
• Permitted or immediately permittable within Colorado and applicable federal agencies
• Strong understanding of cultural resource management (CRM) and federal historic preservation laws
• Experience leading CRM field surveys and supervising field crews
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, GIS applications, and field data collection software
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed

How to Apply

If you are excited about this opportunity and want to contribute to meaningful projects, apply today! Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and interviews will be scheduled for qualified candidates.

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