Olsson
engineering and design
Archaeologist
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Archaeologist at Olsson. Skills: Regulatory Compliance, Field Investigations, Project Management. Lead compliance projects. Perform cultural resource assessments”
What You'll Achieve.
Improve the world; Achieve project goals; Preserving our historical heritage; Ensuring compliance; Promoting sustainable projects; Making a real impact
Industry & Context.
Travel, On-call, Clearance, Physical demands
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
United States Secretary of Interior (SOI) Professional Qualifications Standards (36 CFR 61), Graduate degree in archaeology, anthropology, history, architecture, historic preservation, or a closely related field, Practical experience in archaeological or historical research, cultural resource management, or compliance with historic preservation standards, Aptitude for project management, Skilled in clearly communicating findings, Producing high-quality written deliverables
Nice to Have
Archeologist or an architectural historian, Experience with Python and machine learning frameworks, Knowledge of PostgreSQL
What You'll Do.
Lead compliance projects
Perform cultural resource assessments
Engage with regulatory agencies
Coordinate with clients
Collaborate with team members
Mentor and train others
Lead client and regulatory meetings
and local regulations
Attaining necessary permits and clearances
Developing NHPA documentation
Collaborating with agencies
Coordinating multidisciplinary team
Completing or coordinating fieldwork
Organizing public meetings and workshops
Gathering community input
Ensuring transparent communication
Engaging stakeholders
Assisting with tribal consultation requirements
Incorporating historical preservation into projects
Promoting interdisciplinary teamwork
Overseeing projects from start to finish
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with team members and external consultants; Collaborating with engineers, architects, and urban planners; Promote interdisciplinary teamwork; Working collaboratively with others
Communication Scope
Clearly communicating findings; Producing high-quality written deliverables; Transparent communication of project details; Communication skills
Process & Methodology
Project management, Oversight and compliance, Managing timelines, budgets, and deliverables
Full Job Description
Company Description We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company. We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us. Job Description At Olsson, we help our clients in multiple states navigate complex historical and archaeological compliance landscapes with ease. We ensure proactive adherence to key historical preservation laws and regulations, including Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) review process. Our innovative methods empower clients to achieve project goals while preserving our historical heritage. Olsson is seeking candidates who meet the United States Secretary of Interior (SOI) Professional Qualifications Standards (36 CFR 61). The ideal candidate could be an archeologist or an architectural historian. This role is multifaceted and critical in ensuring compliance with state, local, and federal historical and archaeological preservation regulations while promoting sustainable projects. In this role, you will lead compliance projects, perform cultural resource assessments, engage with regulatory agencies, coordinate with clients, and collaborate with team members and external consultants. You will have the opportunity to mentor and train others in complex compliance work, as well as lead client and regulatory meetings. Join us and be part of a team that’s making a real impact! We are open to considering candidates in a variety of locations, including areas where we may not currently have an office presence. While we have active openings in Fayettev
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