Tribal Relations/Cultural Resources Specialist 2

Tribal Relations/Cultural Resources Specialist 2

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? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you'll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You'll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

In the role of Tribal Relations/Cultural Resources Specialist 2, we'll count on you to:

• Lead and support Tribal consultation efforts in compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory frameworks, including preparation of consultation documentation and tracking of communications.
• Conduct proactive, non-regulatory engagement with Tribal Nations, Native groups, and Indigenous communities to foster long-term, respectful relationships beyond project-specific requirements.
• Coordinate and facilitate Tribal participation in cultural resource surveys, including organizing logistics, field access, and safety planning.
• Act as a facilitator for Tribal Cultural Specialists during field investigations, ensuring that traditional knowledge, cultural values, and protocols are appropriately integrated into survey efforts.
• Provide guidance to multidisciplinary project teams on Tribal concerns, cultural sensitivity, and consultation best practices.
• Identify opportunities for early engagement strategies to reduce project risk and improve outcomes through meaningful Tribal collaboration.
• Assist with preparation of technical documents, including cultural resources reports, consultation logs, treatment plans, and memoranda of agreement.
• Support business development efforts by identifying opportunities to integrate Tribal collaboration into project pursuits.
• Prepare and review technical reports for compliance (NRHP evaluations, survey reports, treatment plans, consultation summaries).
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to plan and implement cultural resources strategies that incorporate Indigenous perspectives in the planning, management, and execution of archaeological surveys and site documentation, including artifact identification, feature recording, mapping, photography, and field evaluations.
• Manage Tribal resource surveys from inception to completion and direct Tribal cultural specialists.
• Support archaeological investigations through all phases of work, as needed, including field survey and reporting.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to participate in fieldwork, including walking over uneven terrain in varying weather conditions.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in person, by telephone, and email.
• Ability to travel (approximately 25-50%) for project coordination and field support.
• Must have a valid Driver's License and the ability to operate a vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate degree (M.A., M.S., or PhD) in Anthropology, Archaeology, Native American Studies, or a related field.
• Experience facilitating Tribal monitoring programs or ethnographic studies.
• Knowledge of regional Tribal histories and cultural landscapes.
• Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure or energy projects.
• Previous experience working as a liaison or coordinator in cross-cultural settings.
• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively in team environments.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or closely related field.
• A minimum of 5 years experience in cultural resource projects.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of and experience with project compliance-related activities including consultation, quality assurance and reviews.
• 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.

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-Oklahoma-Oklahoma City

Other Locations: United States-Texas-Tyler, United States-Arkansas-Bentonville, United States-Texas-Fort Worth, United States-Arkansas-Little Rock, United States-Texas-Dallas, United States-Oklahoma-Tulsa, United States-Texas-El Paso

Industry: Power

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Cultural Resources

Job Posting: Sep 1, 2026