Associate Project Archaeologist - Field-Heavy CRM Projects

SWCA, Incorporated; Bismarck (ND); Hybrid; USD 4,133,000 - 5,235,000; Full time

Job summary

SWCA Environmental Consultants seeks an Associate Project Archaeologist for the Rocky Mountain Plains subregion. The role supports as-needed fieldwork and coordination from our Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN or Bismarck, ND offices, with travel up to 30%.

The candidate will assist on cultural resource projects from desktop reviews to agency deliverables, under supervision. Strong teamwork and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field.
• Meets the requirements to be an Archaeological Principal Investigator in North Dakota.
• Experience with the archaeology of the Midwest.
• Minimum of three years CRM experience on diverse projects with increasing responsibility.
• Minimum of one year managing all aspects of archaeological projects including reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers on budgeting, scheduling, fieldwork, and reporting.
• Conduct background research for archaeological studies, including records searches.
• Ensure preliminary research is organized and fieldwork resources are ready.
• Coordinate with agencies, subconsultants, construction crews, and monitors.
• Supervise fieldwork including survey, testing, data recovery, and monitoring.

Skills

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology/Archaeology

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ArcGIS Online

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

SWCA Environmental Consultants seeks an Associate Project Archaeologist for the Rocky Mountain Plains subregion. The role supports as-needed fieldwork and coordination from our Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN or Bismarck, ND offices, with travel up to 30%.

The candidate will assist on cultural resource projects from desktop reviews to agency deliverables, under supervision. Strong teamwork and problem-solving are essential.