Project Archaeologist

Project Archaeologist

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.

In the role of Project Archaeologist, we'll count on you to:

• Manage archaeological surveys that include shovel testing, auger testing, mechanized trenching, site delineation and documentation, feature and artifact identification and analyses, photography, and mapping.
• Possess the technical knowledge to supervise archaeological field technicians and crew chiefs in field and office settings.
• Prepare archaeological site forms, descriptions, and eligibility evaluations.
• Contribute to the production of professional quality reports that meet state and federal regulatory standards.
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams in HDR Business Groups, including Water, Resources, and Transportation in the South Central region (Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana) and nationally to help plan, staff, and execute major cultural resource management efforts.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field and a minimum of five years' experience.
• Experience identifying and recording pre-contact and historic resources.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in adverse environmental conditions (e.g., rugged terrain, remote locations, hot and cold temperatures).
• Ability to effectively work in minimally supervised and/or unsupervised environments.
• Experience managing archaeological teams comprised of technicians.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to record cultural resources in the field without any physical assistance (this could include hiking short distances in scrub and native vegetation).
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds without assistance.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in person, by telephone and email.
• Must be able to effectively work in minimally supervised and/or unsupervised environments.
• Work hours other than 8 to 5 which may include weekends and/or night shifts.
• Must have a valid Driver's License. Be able to operate a vehicle day or night. Approximately 50% travel required.

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.

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.

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.

Primary Location: United States-Texas-Austin

Other Locations: United States-Texas-San Antonio

Industry: Environment/Sciences

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Cultural Resources

Job Posting: Jun 22, 2026 - At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.