Project Archaeologist

HDR, Inc.

Fort Worth (TX)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

32 hours ago

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Job summary

HDR, Inc. seeks a Project Archaeologist to join our employee‑owned culture and work on diverse development projects across the United States. You’ll perform site testing, analyses, and contribute to design options and deliverables in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

This full‑time role requires field experience, strong writing and communication skills, and the ability to work in varied environments with substantial travel (50–75%).

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.
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

Perform site testing and 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.

Skills

Writing

Communication skills

Self-starter

Fieldwork independence

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or closely related field

Master's degree in Archaeology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

GIS software

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.

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