Archaeology PI & Field Lead – Phase I-III

KLM Careers; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

JMT is seeking a Principal Investigator (Archaeologist) in Houston, TX to lead field operations, manage projects, and contribute to reports under supervision. The role emphasizes leadership, compliance with SHP standards, and coordination across field, lab, and office teams.

The position involves growth opportunities within JMT's cultural resources group in Texas, with responsibilities ranging from project planning to client-facing proposals and budgets.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree from an accredited school in anthropology or a closely related field.
• Must meet the Secretary of the Interiors Qualification Standards for Archaeologists.
• 5+ years of experience (CRM experience preferred).
• At least 3 of those years need to involve leadership positions.
• Familiarity with Section 106 of the National Heritage Preservation Act and with the Antiquities Code of Texas.
• Ability to obtain a Texas Antiquities Permit.
• Regional (Texas/Oklahoma/Louisiana) experience in historic and/or prehistoric archaeology.
• Demonstrated skills and supervisory experience in Phase I-III fieldwork.
• Must be able to provide a writing sample from either a thesis, dissertation, or archaeological report.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Experience with Federal Agencies and Tribal Nations.
• The qualified applicant must provide a list of at least 3 professional references with contact information.

Responsibilities

• Conducts archaeological field work with the ability to identify artifacts and determine the presence of archaeological sites.
• Collects data and field samples during archaeological investigations.
• Analyzes historic and pre-historic artifacts and features.
• Documents methodologies and findings of research and archaeological investigations.
• Reviews and writes portions of archaeological reports and prepares archaeological site forms.
• Assists in making decisions about project alternatives and the resolution of adverse effects to archaeological resources.
• Works with technical field, lab and office staff, managers and administrative staff to ensure project quality.
• May help with business development through assisting in the preparation of proposals, budgets, and other marketing materials.

Skills

Leadership experience

Written communication

Oral communication

MS Word & Excel

Education

Master's Degree in anthropology

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ArcGISPro

Field Maps

Google Earth

ArcMap

Job description

JMT is seeking a Principal Investigator (Archaeologist) in Houston, TX to lead field operations, manage projects, and contribute to reports under supervision. The role emphasizes leadership, compliance with SHP standards, and coordination across field, lab, and office teams.

The position involves growth opportunities within JMT's cultural resources group in Texas, with responsibilities ranging from project planning to client-facing proposals and budgets.