Principal Investigator

Providence-Engineering-and-Environmental-Group-LL; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC is seeking a Principal Investigator–Archaeologist to lead CRM projects in the Southeast U.S. The role blends office-based design and field supervision, contributing to proposals, budgets, and research design.

You will prepare site forms and technical reports while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• M.A./M.S. in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field.
• Must meet the Secretary of Interior’s professional qualifications standards for archaeology and be an RPA or eligible to become an RPA.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of professional archeological experience, including CRM, with prior experience in the Southeast United States.
• Experience conducting and/or overseeing field crews, including multiple crews on varied projects.
• Experience preparing technical reports, site forms, and project documentation.
• Experience in artifact identification of both prehistoric and historic material for the Southeast U.S.
• Experience in project planning, coordination, scheduling, budgeting, and resource management.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local cultural resource regulations, including Section 106 NHPA.
• Ability to work in both office and field settings in variable outdoor conditions.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate multiple projects under the supervision of the Cultural Resource Project Manager.
• Contribute to proposal development, budgeting, scheduling, research design.
• Supervise/conduct fieldwork for Phase I–III investigations and artifact cataloging and analysis.
• Prepare, review, and revise technical reports, site forms, and project documentation per regulations.
• Ensure safety and quality standards and procedures are followed.

Skills

Self-Directed

Strong Communication

Team Oriented

Mentorship

Safety Conscious

Education

M.A./M.S. in Anthropology or Archaeology

RPA eligibility or certification

5-7 years CRM Archaeology in Southeast U.S.

Field crew supervision experience

Technical report & site form experience

Artifact identification (prehistoric & historic) SE U.S.

Project planning, budgeting, scheduling, coordination

Knowledge of Section 106 NHPA regulations

Office and field work adaptability

Willingness to travel

Valid driver’s license

Job description

This position as a Principal Investigator- Archaeologist is a full-time position. The employee will be involved in both office and field responsibilities. The employee will function as part of a team under the direction of the Cultural Resources Program Manager, supporting Providence’s clients across a variety of cultural resource projects. Responsibilities include contributing to proposal development, budgeting, scheduling, and research design; preparing and reviewing site forms, and technical reports; and ensuring projects are conducted in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and professional standards. Field duties may include supervision of field activities, such as conducting archaeological monitoring, site recording, pedestrian and subsurface surveys, and data collection. Additional responsibilities may include laboratory analysis, data management, and other assigned project-related tasks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• M.A./M.S. degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field.
• Must meet the Secretary of Interior’s professional qualifications standards for archaeology and be an RPA or be eligible to become an RPA.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of professional archeological experience, including demonstrated experience in cultural resource management (CRM), with prior experience in Southeast United States.
• Experience conducting and/or overseeing field crews, including multiple crews on projects varying of sizes, regions, and agency type.
• Demonstrated experience preparing technical reports, site forms, and project documentation.
• Experience in artifact identification of both prehistoric and historic material for the southeastern United States.
• Demonstrated experience in project planning, coordination, scheduling, tracking budgets, and resource management.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local cultural resource regulations, including Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.
• Ability to work in both office and field settings, including variable outdoor conditions.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and tasks concurrently.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff and field crews, providing guidance on field methods, documentation, and professional development.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain an insurable driving record.
• Willingness to travel as required.

ATTRIBUTES

• Self-Directed – Shows initiative and the ability to organize oneself.
• Strong Communication – Able to clearly present information through spoken and written word; able to persuade others easily. Comfortable with interacting with all levels of the company and listens well, even during difficult conversations.
• Team Oriented - Values being part of a team but can work and think independently.
• Motivation – Sets and achieves challenging goals; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Safety Conscious- Values the safety of self and others by following all regulations and guidelines, wearing necessary PPE, and continuously upholding safety expectations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and coordinate multiple projects under the supervision of the Cultural Resource Project Manager.
• Contribute to proposal development, budgeting, scheduling, research design.
• Supervise/Conduct fieldwork for Phase I, II, and III investigations and the associated laboratory artifact cataloging, preserving, and analyzing of material recovered during those investigations.
• Prepare, review, and revise technical reports, site forms, and project documentation in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Ensure safety and quality standards, policies and procedures are complied with.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to travel frequently and on short notice.
• Ability to travel overnight for extended periods of time.
• Ability to walk long distances, recurring bending, stooping, lifting, reaching, digging, and similar activities.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and on varied terrain, sometimes for extended periods of time.

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in the described position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all position duties and skills required of the individual classified in this position.

ADDITIONAL COMPANY INFORMATION

The above Job Description is a written statement of facts describing the scope, responsibilities, and organizational relationships of this position as it is. It is intended to provide a clear picture of the position’s role within the organization.

This job description is subject to change as Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC evolves, and in no way implies that this description includes all the duties associated with this position. Job duties related to this position may be added/removed from the job description as needed. Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC depends on its employees to assess current positions and update position description as duties change, responsibilities increase/decrease, technology improvements occur, or because of any other factors which may impact the success of such position.

Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC is committed to diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants and all employees will be evaluated based on their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions. It is the policy of Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC to be nondiscriminatory in all matters regarding the selection, recruiting, hiring, termination, promotion, transfer, work assignment, scheduling, compensation of employees, and any or all other terms and conditions of employment. The company does not unlawfully discriminate based on any applicable, legally protected classification or characteristics, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability. Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities to the full extent required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at [e-mail] .

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