Project Archaeologist

HDR, Inc.; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Project Archaeologist to conduct site testing, analyses, and documentation across diverse development projects. You will develop design options, assist in deliverables, and work both independently and with senior teams in a dynamic, employee‑owned culture.

The role involves traveling 50–75% for larger projects, with responsibilities including fieldwork, reporting, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or closely related field
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills
• Willingness to work under varied weather conditions
• Familiar with field study design and documentation, regulatory framework for cultural resource management, and GIS utilities
• Active participant in our employee-owned culture

Responsibilities

• Perform site testing and analyses on archaeological resources, historic structures, tribal resources, and excavations
• Provide technical expertise to develop design options or recommendations and assist in service deliverable documents
• Perform routine scientists assignments applying standard techniques and procedures
• Complete projects with clear objectives and limited variables
• Work independently on small projects or assist senior scientists on larger projects
• Provide direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Project

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you'll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You'll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

In the role of Project Archaeologist, we'll count on you to:

• Perform site testing and conduct analyses work on a variety of development projects involving archaeological resources, historic structures, tribal resources, and excavations
• Provide technical expertise to develop design options or recommendations, and assist in the preparation of service deliverable documents
• Perform routine scientist assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures
• Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables
• Work independently on small projects, or assist more-senior scientists on larger projects
• Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to record cultural resources in the field without any physical assistance (this could include hiking short distances in scrub and native vegetation).
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in person, by telephone and email.
• Must be able to effectively work in minimally supervised and/or unsupervised environments.
• Work hours other than 8 to 5 which may include weekends and/or night shifts
• Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to operate a vehicle day or night
• Approximately 50-75% travel required including being away from home for long-periods (potentially multiple weeks) of time for larger projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field. With anticipated testing and data recovery projects anticipated as part of the workload, archeologists with experience in any of the following are encouraged to apply: bioarcheology, zooarchaeology, geoarchaeology, GPR/magnetometer survey, and/or ceramic analyses
• Minimum two years' experience managing junior staff during fieldwork and report preparation
• Experience identifying and recording prehistoric and historic resources
• Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks in adverse environmental conditions (e.g., rugged terrain, remote locations, hot and cold temperatures)
• Must have good organizational skills, a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn and execute new tasks
• Willing to provide a writing sample
• Competence in Microsoft Word, Excel and Project

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or closely related field
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills
• Willingness to work under varied weather conditions
• Successful candidates must be familiar with field study design and documentation, regulatory framework for cultural resource management, and GIS utilities
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location:United States-Texas-Dallas Other Locations:United States-Texas-Tyler, United States-Texas-Fort Worth, United States-Arkansas-Little Rock, United States-Oklahoma-Tulsa, United States-Texas-El Paso Industry:Power Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Regular BusinessClass:Cultural Resources Job Posting:Oct 27, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Aff… (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.