Project Archaeologist - Principal Investigator

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About the opportunity
SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking a Project Archaeologist/Principal Investigator in our Baton Rouge, Louisiana office. You will report to our Cultural Resources Team Lead and will collaborate with a larger cultural resources team across the Texas, Mississippi, Louisiana and the greater Gulf Coast region. You will be responsible for managing projects and upholding our company\u2019s standards of excellence.

This is a regular, full-time salaried position. It is preferred that the selected applicant reside or relocate to the Baton Rouge area. A hybrid work arrangement can be considered for the right candidate.
What you will accomplish

Serve as the primary author on large technical reports, research designs, treatment plans, and other technical documents
Contribute to a supportive and dynamic work environment, collaborating effectively with other Principal Investigators, Project Managers, and staff in all offices throughout the company
Conduct content edits of technical reports and site forms
Oversee technical aspects of field research, data collection, inventory, analysis, and final report production
Supervise, mentor, and support field staff in all aspects of their responsibilities
Contribute to business development efforts in the Houston/Baton Rouge market, including managing budgets and preparing proposals
Take initiative, resolve problems to ensure tasks are completed in the most efficient manner

Experience and qualifications for success
Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum of a bachelor\u2019s degree in Archaeology or Anthropology
Minimum of seven (7) years of archaeology fieldwork experience
Minimum of five (5) years of supervisory and/or team leadership experience
Experience completing projects as an Archaeology Principal Investigator
Experience with Section 106 and Historic Preservation regulatory requirements in Louisiana and surrounding states
Prior work archaeological experience in Louisiana, or the greater Gulf Coast area
Experience with all aspects of a project, from proposal to final report preparation, for a variety of project types and sizes, regions, and agencies. Including scheduling and budgeting
Prior primary report authorship in a CRM context for a variety of project types and sizes, regions, and agencies
QA/QC review of field documents, site forms, and reports
Experience leading large crews and/or multiple crews on a variety of project types and sizes, regions, and agencies
Has conducted marketing, business development, client management, and large proposal efforts
Ability to coordinate personnel and other resources within budgetary constraints

Preferred Qualifications:

Master\u2019s or Doctorate degree in Archaeology or Anthropology
Meet the Secretary of Interior\u2019s archaeology standards
Listed as a Registered Professional Archaeologist (or qualified for RPA status)

Additional Information:

Ability to travel and conduct fieldwork for long hours (sometimes in inclement weather, rugged terrain, and at high altitudes) and to carry equipment weighing up to 40 pounds
Valid Driver\u2019s License in good standing
Ability to travel 10-20% of time for fieldwork
SWCA\u2019s Gulf Coast region is focused on Giving Back to our community and promoting scientific progress. We encourage staff to volunteer on community charitable events, and/or join our Scientific Leadership in which SWCA provides time to develop articles or conference presentations.

SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned firm, providing a full spectrum of environmental services. With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record\u2019s Top 200 Environmental Firms.

SWCA offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes participation in our ESOP program. Take a glance at some of our benefits by going to
https://www.swca.com/careers/totalrewards/benefits

EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply

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SWCA Environmental Consultants
Website : http://www.swca.com/