Project Archaeologist

Overview

Why DOWL?

DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you’re valued. We support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.

Environmental Services (Archaeology)

Our environmental specialists understand federal, state, and local environmental regulations, have trusted relationships with agency staff, and are experts on the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and natural resources. From fast-track Environmental Impact Statements (EIS), Environmental Assessments (EA) and Categorical Exclusions (Cat Ex) to remote fieldwork, biological assessments, and wetland delineations, our team understands the processes, people, and regulations needed to move our clients’ projects to the next stage.

Join our team and be one of the People Who Make it Happen!

The Project Archaeologist 1 position is a mid- to upper-level role supervised by senior-level cultural resources management (CRM) staff. It serves as a subject matter expert in CRM and requires a Master’s Degree in anthropology or archaeology or a closely related field, with specialized training and experience in CRM. The role provides mid- to upper-level cultural resources support to internal and external clients, including proposal writing, research, documentation, report preparation, public involvement, and agency and tribal coordination under NHPA and NEPA.

Responsibilities include synthesizing background research, identifying and documenting cultural resources, conducting or assisting in monitoring, survey, testing, lab work, and managing field data; producing small- to moderate-scale CRM reports; drafting sections for broader CRM reporting; assembling stakeholder and consulting party lists (including tribal entities); arranging and participating in CRM consultation meetings; and preparing correspondence related to CRM investigations and activities.

The position also manages project schedules, field crews, field data, and report production. A Project Archaeologist 1 should have a progressively responsible 6- to 10-year track record as a CRM professional.

To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Software

• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) - Proficient
• Market Sector Software - Proficient

Technical Expertise

• Fully proficient understanding of technical fundamentals related to the market sector
• Leads technical efforts on a variety of project types, sizes, and complexities
• Mentors others on technical tasks and skills
• Performs quality control of moderately complex deliverables

Teamwork

Team player who leads small teams (1-2 people) to complete challenging assignments. Is an independent thinker, provides clear communication and direction to others, and takes responsibility for their results.

Project Delivery

Produces the following independently and oversees others with less experience:

• Technical reports and memos
• Cultural Resource Baseline Reports
• Phase 1 and Phase 2 reports
• Section 106 documentation
• Other cultural documents as assigned
• Field studies and investigations

Understanding Budget and Schedule

Strong understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets. Able to predict and deliver individual tasks within a set level of effort. Able to consistently meet budget and schedule expectations on projects. Develops budgets and schedules for complex tasks. Breaks down complex projects into logical tasks. Able to prioritize multiple assignments to successfully deliver all assigned projects on time and on budget. Mentors others on above.

Industry Standards and Regulations

Demonstrates practical application of the following laws and regulations:

• NHPA,…