Cultural Resources Specialist 2

HDR; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Cultural Resource Specialist II to advance archaeological and historic resource projects. This role supports field surveys, data compilation, analysis within historic contexts, and report writing, aligning with HDR's employee-owned culture and multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred candidates hold a Master’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or Architectural History and at least 5 years of relevant experience, with strong communication skills and GIS capability.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Familiar with field study design and regulatory framework for cultural resource management.
• Willingness to work under varied weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex assignments, exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard science techniques for archaeological and historic structure projects.
• Make decisions on design and scientific procedures, including survey data compilation, assessment, analysis within historic contexts, and report writing.
• Function as Technical Specialist, Field Supervisor or Project Manager on mid-size projects as needed.
• Supervise a group of professionals and technicians as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Oral and written communication

GIS knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology/Anthropology/Architectural History

Master's degree in Archaeology/Anthropology/Architectural History

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

At HDR, our employee‑ownership model shapes everything we do, including how we support and care for our people. Our diverse service lines, including Water, Architecture, Building Engineering Services, Field Services, Power, Waste, Industrial, and Transportation reflect our commitment to shaping resilient, sustainable, and forward‑thinking communities around the world. Across these disciplines, our teams design and deliver solutions that safeguard public health, enhance quality of life, power innovation, and drive responsible growth. Whether advancing clean water, creating healing and learning environments, engineering next‑generation facilities, or building the infrastructure that moves people and energy, our work is rooted in technical excellence and a shared sense of purpose. Our employee‑owners collaborate across specialties, combining creativity, precision, and deep expertise to solve the most complex challenges facing our clients and communities.

In the role of Cultural Resource Specialist II, we'll count on you to:

• Perform complex assignments, exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard science techniques and procedures for archaeological and historic structure projects
• Make decisions on significant design and scientific procedures, taking responsibility for survey data compilation, assessment, analysis within historic contexts, historic context development, and report writing
• Function as Technical Specialist, Field Supervisor or Project Manager on mid-size projects as needed, but project management is not sole focus of position
• Supervise a group of professionals and technicians as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference given to local candidates and MN and WI area experience
• Master's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or closely related field

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or closely related field
• A minimum of 5 years experience in cultural resource projects
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Must demonstrate knowledge of and experience with project compliance-related activities including consultation, quality assurance and reviews
• Willingness to work under varied weather conditions
• Successful candidates must be familiar with field study design and documentation, regulatory framework for cultural resource management, and GIS utilities
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Minnesota: $64,974 - $92,820 Primary Location:United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park Other Locations:United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis, United States-Wisconsin-Madison Industry:Environment/Sciences Schedule:Full‑time Employee Status:Regular BusinessClass:Cultural Resources Job Posting:Oct 8, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.