Assistant Cultural Resources Specialist - Environmental Services (Richmond)

Burns & McDonnell; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Cultural Resources Specialist to assist with field investigations, surveys, excavation, and data collection for multi-disciplinary projects in various locations.

You will support senior staff in monitoring, artifact identification, and report preparation, and help with proposals while complying with safety policies. Travel readiness and strong academic credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Master's degree preferred in anthropology/archeology or related field.
• Prior internship or field investigations preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reports and proposals.
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member.
• High attention to detail.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in field investigations for cultural resources.
• Conduct pre-field research on project areas.
• Prepare pedestrian surveys, shovel testing, archival research, and document results.
• Support senior staff in construction monitoring, excavation, and artifact identification.
• Compile technical and GPS data for project managers.
• Prepare project status and technical reports for the project team.
• Support client coordination and government/tribal consultations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Detail oriented

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in anthropology/archeology or related field

Master's degree in anthropology/archeology or related field

Tools

GPS equipment

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, SharePoint)

Job description

Description

The Assistant Cultural Resources Specialist will assist with project studies and surveys, construction monitoring, archaeological excavation and associated field work. This includes the collection of field data, artifact identification, GPS data collection and the preparation of technical reports for multi-disciplined projects in a variety of locations.

• Assist in performing field investigations for the presence of cultural resources.
• Conduct pre-field work research, including studying the prehistory and history of each project area.
• Assist in preparation of pedestrian surveys, shovel testing, archival research, and documentation of results.
• Provide support to senior staff in construction monitoring, archaeological excavation, artifact identification and other various project related activities.
• Support project studies, field surveys and construction monitoring.
• Assist with compiling technical and GPS data to be presented to Project Managers and senior staff.
• Assist in preparation of project status and technical reports for the project team.
• Provide support to senior staff in government agency and tribal consultations, client coordination, and other client facing activities.
• Assist in proposal planning and development efforts.
• Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited program required.
• Master's degree in anthropology/archeology or related field preferred.
• Prior internship or experience conducting field investigations preferred.
• Prior experience analyzing artifacts preferred.
• Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, specifically for preparation of technical reports and proposal writing, are required.
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Ability to operate various types of GPS equipment.
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, SharePoint).
• Ability to adjust to rapidly changing work environments and research approaches.
• Willingness to travel.
• Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.
• Valid driver's license required.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Scientific

Primary Location US-VA-Richmond

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 100 % of the Time

Job Hire Type New Grad #LI-DNI #ENS