On-Call Architectural Historian

Kleinfelder; Santa Rosa (CA); Hybrid; USD 34,880 - 58,217; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder is seeking On-Call Architectural Historians to support public and private sector projects across California. The role involves historical research, field surveys, and report writing with a largely remote setup and periodic field work.

Projects report to a San Diego supervisor, with home offices in Northern California including Santa Rosa. Ideal candidates hold a BA+ in Historic Preservation or related field, with 3–6 years of California experience, GIS and photography skills, and

Qualifications

• BA or higher in Historic Preservation, Architectural History, History or closely related field.
• MA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fieldwork including research at repositories and architectural history surveys.
• Drafting historical reports and resource descriptions.
• Coordinate with architects, archaeologists, biologists, environmental planners and project managers.
• Adapt to a fast-paced consulting environment and provide solutions to project challenges.
• Maintain client service and technical excellence.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

GIS experience

Photography proficiency

Education

BA or higher in Historic Preservation, Architectural History, History

MA preferred

Tools

ArcGIS Online

Field maps

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, our services provide technically appropriate and cost‑effective solutions.

Step Into Your New Role

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

Key Responsibilities

• Fieldwork including research at in‑person repositories, reconnaissance‑ and intensive‑level architectural history surveys, resource recordation with architectural descriptions, and resource evaluation based on NRHP, CHRH, and/or local regulations.
• Office tasks including remote research, drafting historic contexts, report writing, and resource evaluation based on NRHP, CHRH, and/or local regulations.
• Work directly with architectural historians, archaeologists, biologists, environmental planners, and project managers.
• Adapt to a fast‑paced consulting environment and 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.
• Familiarity with preparing Department of Parks and Recreation Forms (DPR 523 series).
• Willing and able to travel and work outdoors in remote locations and for extended periods under all weather conditions, including rugged terrain.
• GIS experience (e.g., ArcGIS Online, field maps).
• Photography proficiency.
• Familiarity with CRM databases/software (e.g., CHRIS).
• Some overnight travel may be required.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and management skills.
• 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.

Benefits

The position offers an hourly compensation range of $25.32–$42.26, along with medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a committed equal opportunity employer—Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans—compliant with VEVRAA and Section 503 guidelines.