Project Archaeologist Consultant

WSP is currently initiating a search for an experienced Project Archaeologist Consultant to support our growing Earth & Environment business across the Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Arkansas region. The position may be based in Houston, TX;
San Antonio, TX;
Dallas/Fort Worth, TX;
El Paso, TX;
New Orleans, LA;
Tulsa, OK; or Shreveport, LA.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced archaeology professional who enjoys a dynamic blend of field leadership, research, technical writing, and client engagement. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting cultural resource management projects, overseeing field investigations, and helping clients navigate federal and state cultural resource compliance requirements. This is a field-focused role, with approximately two-thirds of time spent supporting and directing field efforts and one-third dedicated to reporting, research, and project administration.

As part of WSP's Earth & Environment team, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals across the country while contributing to projects that help preserve cultural resources and advance critical infrastructure and development initiatives.

• Lead archaeological survey, monitoring, and excavation field teams across a variety of project types.

• Support project planning, scoping, and execution for cultural resource management projects.

• Coordinate with clients, landowners, contractors, permitting agencies, and other project stakeholders.

• Assist clients with compliance under Section 106, Section 110, and related federal and state cultural resources regulations.

• Prepare technical reports, site records, impact assessments, permitting documentation, and data management deliverables.

• Conduct archaeological investigations, site evaluations, inspections, and research activities to support project objectives.

• Communicate effectively with regulatory agencies, historical preservation organizations, clients, and project partners.

• Maintain knowledge of current archaeological standards, methodologies, regulations, and industry best practices.

• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior staff and field personnel.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver projects on schedule and within budget.

• Promote and uphold WSP's commitment to health, safety, quality, and ethical business practices.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, documentation standards, and record retention policies.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Historic Preservation, or a related field.

• 3-5 years of professional experience supporting Section 106 and Section 110 compliance efforts.

• Experience conducting Cultural Resource Management (CRM) archaeology projects, preferably within Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, or Arkansas.

• Demonstrated experience leading archaeological field investigations and supervising field staff.

• Strong understanding of federal and state cultural resource regulations and compliance frameworks.

• Familiarity with preservation guidelines, consulting processes, and permitting requirements.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage technical and non-technical audiences.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Proven ability to work independently while providing leadership and mentorship to project teams.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and technical reporting software.

• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to WSP's Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) standards.

• Ability and willingness to travel extensively to support project needs.

• Ability to work schedules that…