Cultural Resources Specialist; Austin | Houston | Dallas

Description

Burns & McDonnell’s South-Central Region has a need for a Staff Cultural Resources Specialist to conduct project studies and surveys, construction monitoring, archaeological excavation and associated fieldwork on a variety of projects. We are a 100% employee‑owned firm ranked numerous times on FORTUNE’s List of 100 Best Companies to Work For and voted as a Best Place to Work in cities across the United States.

Primary responsibilities will be to plan, coordinate, communicate, and facilitate activities for the cultural resources components of projects from concept through completion. Successful Staff Cultural Resources Specialists collaborate and coordinate with internal and external clients. They are also responsible for initiating or assisting in proposal development and contract negotiations and coordinating project planning. Project planning includes scoping, budgeting, maintaining schedules, communicating and managing deadlines, and establishing and performing critical project objectives.

This position supports the growth of the Environmental Services practice based upon Burns & McDonnell's core values of safety, client satisfaction, commitment, dedication, integrity and overall outstanding service.

Specific areas of responsibility may include the following:

• Serving as Principal Investigator for archeological survey, testing, and data recovery projects.
• Conducting desktop reviews and coordinating with other general practices to identify permits and constraints for large infrastructure projects.
• Acquiring necessary permits to complete project work.
• Supervising field efforts and preparing technical reports.
• Adhering to Burns & McDonnell's Quality Control and Safety programs.

This position includes field assessments, report preparation, and associated travel. The Staff Cultural Resources specialist will also provide leadership, guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members. Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor Degree in a related field from an accredited program and 4 years related experience conducting construction monitoring activities; field investigations, surveys and project studies; archaeological excavation, artifact identification and associated field work.
• Master Degree in anthropology/archeology or related field and 3 years related experience conducting construction monitoring activities; field investigations, surveys and project studies; archaeological excavation, artifact identification and associated field work preferred.
• Prior consulting experience.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations relating to historic preservation such as the National Historic Preservation Act.
• Knowledge of anthropology and archaeology methods and practices.
• Must have strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, specifically for preparation of technical reports and proposal writing, are required.
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Ability to operate various types of GPS equipment.
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, SharePoint).
• Ability to adjust to rapidly changing work environments and research approaches.
• Willingness to travel.
• Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.
• Valid driver's license.
• Experience in Texas and the Gulf Coast South preferred.
• Experience in historical archaeology and architectural history preferred.
• Experience in Tribal engagement and coordination practices preferred.
• Familiarity with GIS software preferred.

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