Architectural Historian

Experience Required

None

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Degree

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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HDR is seeking a qualified, motivated Architectural Historian to join our growing Cultural Resources practice and support field projects and desktop reviews for projects throughout Southeast, and HDR projects throughout the United States. The primary duty of this position is to support clients with cultural resource management compliance activities for a variety of projects, including road, rail, transit, military, renewable energy, etc. The successful candidate will support clients in complying with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and appropriate state and local regulations.

This is a full-time position with generous benefits and can be located in the following HDR office(s): Louisville, Kentucky and Chattanooga or Nashville, TN.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Architectural Historian, we'll count on you to:

• Conduct fieldwork, including reconnaissance and intensive-level survey, to identify historic properties for a variety of clients, including those associated with transportation, renewable energy/power, and government agencies.

• Assist with fieldwork preparation, perform record checks and research, review historical maps and aerial photographs, compile required equipment, GPS unit, tablets, and phone

• Execute fieldwork, including photography, data management, and coordination with GIS analysts and other staff

• Conduct archival research and develop historic contexts and other writing deliverables

• Complete architectural survey forms, determinations of eligibility, and reports that meet the requirements of the appropriate State Historic Preservation Office and our local, state, and federal clients

• Complete projects with clear, specified objectives, and understand the scope of the work being requested

• Work independently on small projects, or assist the Cultural Resources team on larger projects

• Travel to project locations, predominantly within the Southeast, although additional nationwide travel may be requested as needed

• Willingness to work under varied weather conditions

• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in History, Architectural History, Historic Preservation, or closely related field

• Previous work experience in cultural resource-related projects

• Familiarity using GIS and ArcGIS Field Maps

• Prequalified, or able to be prequalified with KYTC under Cultural Historic.

• Experience in Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, North and South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida, as well as the general Midwest.

In addition, we request the submission of a brief writing sample (3-25 pages) of sole authorship, chosen at the discretion of the applicant. Examples include a detailed architectural description, determination of eligibility, NRHP form, HABS/HAER/HALS documentation, historic context development, or other similar document showing an understanding of the field of history and excellent writing skills.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or closely related field

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills

Willingness to work under varied weather conditions

Successful candidates must be familiar with field study design and documentation, regulatory framework for cultural resource management, and GIS utilities

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location:United States-Kentucky-Louisville

Other Locations:United States-Tennessee-Brentwood, United States-Tennessee-Chattanooga

Industry:Environment/Sciences

Schedule:Full-time

Employee Status:Regular

BusinessClass:Cultural Resources

Job Posting:Jul 8, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

USA: We are a Federal Contractor, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, s exual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law.

CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.

At HDR, health and safety matters.

For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy.

If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver's license and compliance with our vehicle policy.

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

194184