On-Call Architectural Historian

Kleinfelder; Rancho Cordova (CA); Hybrid; USD 34,880 - 58,217; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking an On-Call Architectural Historian in California. The role involves conducting historical research, performing field surveys, and drafting technical reports. Candidates must hold a BA in Historic Preservation or a related field and have 3-6 years of related experience. The position is primarily remote with collaborations across various teams, providing opportunities for personal growth within a people-first culture. A valid driver's license is required, and familiarity with GIS tools is preferred. Salary range: $25.32 - $42.26 hourly.

Qualifications

• BA or higher in Historic Preservation, Architectural History, or related field.
• 3–6 years of related experience in California.
• Familiar with DPR 523-series forms.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fieldwork including architectural surveys and resource recordation.
• Draft historic contexts and write reports.
• Collaborate with architects, archaeologists, and project managers.

Skills

GIS experience

Photography proficiency

Interpersonal communication

Education

BA in Historic Preservation or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Online

CRM databases (CHRIS)

Job description

Take Your Environmental Career to the Next Level

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people‑first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive! Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Environmental team is looking for you! From environmental planning, permitting, remediation, and site characterization to chemical data management and hydrogeology, Kleinfelder offers a variety of services designed to provide technically appropriate and cost‑effective solutions.

Step into Your New Role

Kleinfelder is seeking On‑Call Architectural Historians to support public and private sector projects throughout California. The individual will assist with historical research, field survey, resource recordation, and technical reports. The individual will largely work remote and in the field but will report to Kleinfelder offices as needed. The individual's direct supervisor is located in San Diego, California, however the individual's home office can be in any of our Northern California offices including Sacramento, Oakland, San Jose, San Francisco or Santa Rosa.

Key Responsibilities

• Fieldwork including but not limited to: Research at in‑person repositories, reconnaissance‑ and intensive‑level architectural history surveys, resource recordation including architectural descriptions, and resource evaluation based on NRHP, CHRH, and/or local regulations.
• Office tasks including but not limited to: Remote research, drafting historic contexts, report writing, and resource evaluation based on NRHP, CHRH, and/or local regulations.
• Work directly with other architectural historians, archaeologists, biologists, environmental planners and project managers.
• Successful candidates will be familiar with working within a fast‑paced consulting environment and help to develop effective solutions to both expected and unexpected project challenges.
• Provide enthusiasm and commitment to client service and technical excellence.

Requirements And Qualifications

• BA or higher (MA preferred) in Historic Preservation, Architectural History, History, or closely related field.
• SOI Qualified architectural historian or historian preferred.
• 3 – 6 years of related experience in California.
• Familiar with preparing Department of Parks and Recreation Forms (DPR 523‑series).
• Candidates must be able and willing to travel and work outdoors in remote locations and for extended periods under all weather conditions, sometimes traversing rugged terrain.
• GIS experience (e.g., ArcGIS Online, field maps).
• Photography proficiency.
• Familiarity with CRM databases/software (i.e. CHRIS).
• Some overnight travel may be required.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and management skills.
• The ability to work closely with clients, engineers, and other technical specialists as part of a larger combined project team.
• Candidates located in Northern California are preferred.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder

Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates have been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross‑disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem‑solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits

Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Hourly Range: $25.32‑$42.26

Career Development

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity

Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.