Lead Archaeologist & Principal Investigator

Executive Staff Recruiters / ESR Healthcare; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

JMT is seeking a Principal Investigator (Archaeologist) in Round Rock, TX to lead fieldwork and research for Phase I-III projects. You will manage project schedules, write report sections, and help grow the cultural resources group in Texas.

The role requires a Master’s degree in anthropology or related field, 5+ years of experience with leadership, and knowledge of NHPA Section 106 and the Texas Antiquities Code. A Texas Antiquities Permit ability is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in anthropology or a closely related field is required.
• Must meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Qualification Standards for Archaeologists.
• 5+ years of archaeology experience with leadership roles; CRM experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Section 106 NHPA and the Antiquities Code of Texas.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and manage small to medium projects or co-manage large ones; act as field lead for Phase I-III fieldwork.
• Write portions of archaeological reports under direction of Senior Archaeologist or Section Head.
• Oversee or assist in overseeing Phase I-III fieldwork in Texas and nearby states.
• Coordinate with field, lab, and office staff to ensure quality standards.
• Support proposals, budgets, and marketing materials as needed.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

MS Word & Excel

Leadership experience

CRM experience

Education

Master’s Degree in anthropology or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ArcGIS Pro

Field Maps

Google Earth

ArcMap

Job description

JMT is seeking a Principal Investigator (Archaeologist) in Round Rock, TX to lead fieldwork and research for Phase I-III projects. You will manage project schedules, write report sections, and help grow the cultural resources group in Texas.

The role requires a Master’s degree in anthropology or related field, 5+ years of experience with leadership, and knowledge of NHPA Section 106 and the Texas Antiquities Code. A Texas Antiquities Permit ability is preferred.