Mid-level Archaeologist

AECO; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 71,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced Mid-level Archaeologist III to join our Cultural Resources team in New Mexico. This is a regular, full-time position reporting to the Cultural Resources Team Manager with potential to serve as Field Director or Principal Investigator.

The Archaeologist will lead fieldwork, prepare comprehensive reports, and contribute to proposals and client engagement as the practice grows.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, or related field.
• 4 years of relevant archaeology experience or equiv. of education/experience.
• Willingness to travel and conduct fieldwork in NM and Southwest.
• Valid driver's license required and able to pass MVR check.

Responsibilities

• Lead fieldwork including survey, testing, data recovery, and monitoring.
• Coordinate staff contributions for technical reports to meet regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and manage project data, budgets, and proposals.

Skills

Archaeology fieldwork

Report writing

Data analysis

GIS mapping

Education

BA/BS in Anthropology/Archaeology

MA/MS or PhD (preferred)

Tools

MVR check

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Environment
• Work Location Model: Remote
• Primary Location: US - Albuquerque, NM - One Park Squa
• Compensation: USD 71,000 - USD 86,000 - yearly

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking an experiencedMid-levelArchaeologist IIIto join our Cultural Resource team in New Mexico.This is a regular, full-time, salaried position that will report to the Cultural Resources Team Manager.

The Archaeologist III is a key member of the Cultural Resources Program, responsible for effectively managing all aspects of project implementation. Depending on their experience and education, the Archaeologist may serve as a Field Director or Principal Investigator, conducting fieldwork across New Mexico and potentially other southwestern states. This role includes preparing comprehensive reports and analyses that document field activities. Additionally, the Archaeologist will play a vital role in enhancing AECOM's cultural resource presence in New Mexico, which encompasses proposal preparation, cost estimation, client engagement, and potential staff supervision as the practice grows.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Leading fieldwork (survey, testing, data recovery, and monitoring), archival research, technical report writing, state and federal archaeological permitting, data collection and compilation, and GIS mapping.
• Authoring and coordinating staff contributions for all aspects of technical report writing to meet state and federal requirements while ensuring compliance with AECOMs quality assurance processes.
• Gathering data and other information to be used in the preparation of technical reports.
• Working both independently and under supervision of senior staff.
• Supervising personnel in the field, office, and laboratory, as needed.
• Leading or assisting with project management and preparing proposal scopes and budgets.
• Providing specialist technical advice on cultural resource management to clients.
• Liaising and developing positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
• Knowledge of state and federal environmental regulatory framework, including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), National Historic Preservation Act, the New Mexico Cultural Properties Protection Act, and the New Mexico Prehistoric and Historic Sites Preservation Act.
• Ability to organize data in an efficient and clear manner.
• Drawing conclusions and making recommendations based on analysis.
• Interpreting and recording data, conducting analyses, comparing findings to relevant studies and local, state and federal regulations to ensure compliance.
• Working independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and willingness to support multiple projects, including occasional travel.
• Being innovative and a problem solver.
• Handling multiple tasks and communicating priorities to manager.
• Participating in marketing and business development efforts in pursuit of new clients and projects.

About AECOM’s Environment Business Line

Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed, worldwide, internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading, world class environmental firm, and we want you to succeed within it. We respect and encourage your own pathway to excellence via our Freedom to Grow initiative.

AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence, leading-edge science and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions for some of the world’s most challenging issues.Our global clients and their projects span a variety of market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, or a closely related field.
• 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in historic and/or prehistoric archaeology and cultural resources management.
• Must be willing to travel and conduct fieldwork throughout New Mexico and the Southwest.
• A valid driver’s license is required, along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy.
• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MA/MS or PhD in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, or a closely related field.
• 6+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Relevant field experience in New Mexico.
• Meet the qualifications for state and federal cultural resource permitting in New Mexico.
• Meets the Secretary of the Interior’s professional qualification standards for Archaeology.
• Experience with assisting agencies in complying with Sections 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.
• Relevant field experience in New Mexico and Western US.
• Experience leading archaeological field crews.
• 3 years of experience in a supervisory capacity in the field or in the office.
• Advanced knowledge in one or more specialty scientific areas (e.g., lithic or faunal analysis; osteology; historical archaeology).
• Demonstration of excellent technical writing skills, as well as verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience managing cultural resources tasks, including budgets, scheduling, and scopes of work.
• Experience working with interdisciplinary team of subject matter experts and planners.
• Experience in supporting proposal preparation.
• Experience with tribal consultation and familiarity with tribal representatives in New Mexico.
• Knowledge of New Mexico state, tribal, and local government regulations.

Additional Information

• Relocation is not available for this position.
• THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY JANUARY 4, 2027.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• AD&D
• disability benefits
• paid time off
• leaves of absences
• voluntary benefits
• perks
• flexible work options
• well-being resources
• employee assistance program
• business travel insurance
• service recognition awards
• retirement savings plan
• employee stock purchase plan.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

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