Consultant, Architectural Historian

ERM is seeking a mid-level Consultant, Architectural Historian for an immediate opening to work on various projects throughout the United States. This hire will lead historic structures field survey work, assist in office-based activities, including documenting and evaluating historic properties for eligibility for listing in the National Register of Historic Places, and assessing project effects under the provisions of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.

The role will participate in project planning and logistics and prepare appropriate report sections detailing survey findings and resource assessments. Assignments will be field and office-based, with the expectation that up to 50 percent of the time, for durations exceeding the work week, will be in the field, especially during peak survey season. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to advance their career and to grow with a global environmental consulting and sustainability leader.

The hire will be attached to an ERM office in the Atlantic Central or Great Lakes Northeast Business Unit with preference given to Pittsburgh, PA;
Cleveland, OH;
Rolling Meadows, IL; or Minneapolis, MN. Other geographies will be considered for the ideal candidate. This position is full‑time with benefits, although part‑time or project‑term hire would be considered for the ideal candidate.

• Planning, developing, and performing surveys of above‑ground historic properties.
• Documenting and photographing buildings, structures, and other historic properties.
• Preparing appropriate sections of cultural resources reports describing the survey and analysis of above‑ground historic properties.
• Preparing state‑specific forms.
• Complying with corporate HSE.
• Performing other duties as assigned or required, inclusive of general administrative duties for the day‑to‑day running of the office.

• Bachelor of Arts in architectural history, historical preservation, or related field;
  Master of Science preferred or equivalent experience.
• Meet Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for professional qualifications in Architecture History or Historic Architecture.
• Two to four years of relevant experience in survey and evaluation of historic architectural resources.
• Strong knowledge of architectural styles and materials.
• Strong writing skills and attention to detail in building descriptions with QA/QC skills.
• Understanding of NRHP analysis and assessment of effects.
• Understanding of visual APE and how it is refined based on the project and permitting standards.
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and on varied terrain, sometimes for extended periods.
• Ability to work weekends and over 40 hours per week when needed.
• Comfortable with interacting with members of the public.
• Ability to travel frequently and on short notice.
• Driver’s License
  
  Required:
  
  valid license and/or ability to operate a company vehicle due to frequent travel across a large geographic area.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently, taking initiative to meet project deadlines.
• Experience with photo documentation of structures.
• Periodic drug and alcohol testing required.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

• Basic knowledge of architectural survey needs for federal and state agencies such as USACE, SCC, NPS, FERC, FCC, or DEQ.
• Experience with digital SLR cameras.
• GIS, graphics, and/or database experience.
• Experience driving and navigating in rural environments.

For the Consultant, Architectural Historian position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $73,207 – $80,290 (USD). This range is based on education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business needs. Some employees may fall outside the range. The job may be eligible for bonus pay; casual and fixed‑term/flex‑force employees are not bonus eligible.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and any other applicable benefits to eligible employees.

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