Senior Project Archaeologist

Join to apply for the Senior Project Archaeologist role at Jobright.ai 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Senior Project Archaeologist role at Jobright.ai Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Jobright is an AI-powered career platform that helps job seekers discover the top opportunities in the US. We are NOT a staffing agency. Jobright does not hire directly for these positions. We connect you with verified openings from employers you can trust. Job Summary: Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. They are seeking a skilled PI/Archaeologist to lead and manage archaeological projects, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations while overseeing field surveys and mentoring junior staff. Responsibilities: • Lead and manage archaeological field projects, including surveys, excavations, and monitoring. • Develop and implement research designs, work plans, and methodologies for archaeological investigations. • Conduct artifact analysis, site documentation, and data collection. • Prepare detailed technical reports, including site descriptions, artifact inventories, and interpretations of findings. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines related to cultural resources. • Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to ensure project objectives are met. • Supervise and mentor field and laboratory staff, providing guidance and training as needed. • Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources effectively. Qualifications: Required: • Technical and Field Expertise • Proficiency in archaeological field methods (survey, testing, excavation, monitoring) • Strong understanding of artifact identification, site recording, and stratigraphy • Strong leadership and mentoring skills for supervising field crews and junior staff • Excellent written and verbal communication for client and agency interactions • Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams • Ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, and timelines simultaneously • Experience writing and reviewing technical reports and research designs • Lead and manage archaeological field projects, including surveys, excavations, and monitoring. • Develop and implement research designs, work plans, and methodologies for archaeological investigations. • Conduct artifact analysis, site documentation, and data collection. • Prepare detailed technical reports, including site descriptions, artifact inventories, and interpretations of findings. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines related to cultural resources. • Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to ensure project objectives are met. • Supervise and mentor field and laboratory staff, providing guidance and training as needed. • Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources effectively. • Graduate degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field. • Minimum of 7 years of experience in archaeological fieldwork and project management. • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local cultural resource regulations. • Proficiency in GIS, GPS, and other archaeological field technologies. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. • Physical ability to conduct fieldwork in various environmental conditions, as needed. Preferred: • Experience with Florida and Southeastern archaeology. Company: Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients. Founded in 1995, the company is headquartered in Olathe, Kansas, USA, with a team of 5001-10000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage. Terracon has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Consulting Industries Software Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Jobright.ai by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified about new Archaeologist jobs in Tampa, FL . We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr