Cultural Resources Specialist 2

HDR; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Cultural Resource Specialist II in the United States-Arizona-Tucson area. You will perform complex archaeological evaluations, supervise staff, and contribute to project management and report writing.

Ideal candidates hold a Master's or Bachelor's in relevant fields, with at least 5 years of cultural resource experience, and a strong command of MS Office and regulatory frameworks including GIS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in cultural resource projects.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with project compliance activities including consultation, QA and reviews.
• Willingness to work under varied weather conditions.
• Knowledge of field study design, regulatory framework for cultural resource management, and GIS.
• Commitment to employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex assignments, evaluating standard archaeology techniques for projects.
• Decide on design and scientific procedures; compile survey data, assess, analyze within historic contexts; report writing.
• Serve 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

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Compliance awareness

Employee-owned culture fit

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or related field

Master's degree in Anthropology or Archaeology or related field

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.

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

• MA in Anthropology or Archaeology or related field
• Current driver’s license with no restrictions on driving
• Experience with pedestrian survey in southern Arizona
• Experience working with ADOT and federal agencies

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.

Primary Location:United States-Arizona-Tucson

Industry:Environment/Sciences

Schedule:Full-time

Employee Status:Regular

BusinessClass:Cultural Resources

Job Posting:Oct 5, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Aff 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.