Project Archaeologist

ICF Olson; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF is seeking a full-time Project Archaeologist (Remote) to support the cultural resources practice in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. You will conduct fieldwork, write technical reports, and ensure NEPA and Section 106 compliance with a team of experienced professionals.

The role emphasizes project oversight, collaboration with historians and engineers, and opportunities to mentor junior staff across a range of federal and energy projects.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Anthropology/Archaeology or closely related field.
• 3+ years of professional experience.
• Meets Secretary of the Interior’s Qualification Standards for Archaeology.

Responsibilities

• Direct archaeological surveys, testing, and data recovery fieldwork in the southeastern US and Mid-Atlantic.
• Field supervision of junior archaeologists during shovel tests and excavation units.
• Provide analysis for environmental regulatory reviews under NEPA, NHPA, and state requirements.
• Contribute to technical expertise in archaeology and documentation with senior colleagues.
• Write and produce technical reports or documents.
• Evaluate resources for the National Register of Historic Places.
• Develop resource management recommendations and assess project effects on resources.
• Lead or assist with Section 106 consultation.

Skills

Field supervision

Technical reports

Regulatory compliance

Mentorship

Education

Master's degree in Anthropology/Archaeology

Tools

ArcGIS

GPS equipment

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Project Archaeologist (Remote) Atlanta, Georgia

ICF is currently seeking a full-time Project Archaeologist to support the growth of our cultural resources practice in the Eastern U.S., especially on energy, transportation, and federal sector projects in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. Applicants living throughout Georgia are encouraged to apply.

Job Description

As a Project Archaeologist at ICF, you will contribute to archaeology and cultural resources studies as either stand-alone projects or as part of larger multi-disciplinary projects.

Technical duties will include conducting background research, fieldwork, artifact analysis, and eligibility evaluation and documenting the results in technical reports suitable for agency and SHPO consultation.

You will also combine your archaeology technical skills with regulatory compliance expertise to support project-level analysis and programmatic solutions for NEPA and Section 106 compliance (and state compliance, as applicable).

The Project Archaeologist will work closely with our Senior Archaeologists and Historic Preservation Specialists on project work, with opportunities to direct and mentor early career team members.

What You Will Do

• Direct archaeological surveys, testing, and data recovery fieldwork for projects primarily in the southeastern US and Mid-Atlantic.
• Duties will include field supervision of junior archaeologists conducting excavation of close interval shovel tests and formal excavation units.
• Provide analysis for environmental regulatory reviews under NEPA, NHPA, and state requirements.
• Contribute to technical expertise in archaeology, including technical approach development, analysis and documentation, and collaboration with junior and senior technical colleagues.
• Write and produce technical reports or documents.
• Evaluate resources for the National Register of Historic Places.
• Develop resource management recommendations and assess project effects on resources.
• Lead or assist with Section 106 consultation.
• Collaborate with architectural and landscape historians toward an integrated multi-disciplinary approach to cultural resources management.
• Collaborate in an integrated team with engineers, scientists, planners, regulators, and other stakeholders.

What You Must Have (Minimum quals)

• Master’s degree in Anthropology/Archaeology or closely related field.
• 3+ years of professional, related experience.
• Meets Secretary of the Interior’s Qualification Standards for Archaeology.
• Must have valid driver’s license, access to reliable transportation and ability to successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.

What We’d Like You To Have (Preferred quals)

• Demonstrated capability to serve as Field Director on archaeological field studies.
• Be able to conduct field work in remote locations and be comfortable in the field environment.
• Knowledgeable in Southeast archaeology; familiarity with other regions of the U.S. is a plus.
• Command of NEPA, NHPA, and other state and federal environmental regulations.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Familiarity with ArcGIS and experienced with variety of GPS equipment.
• Specialization in historic archaeology, geoarchaeology, zooarchaeology, lithic analysis, or bioarchaeology.
• Meaningful experience conducting or supporting consultation with Tribal representatives.
• Participation in project budget development, project schedules, production of deliverables, and QA/QC process tracking.
• Registered Professional Archaeologist
• Professional skills you will use:

Professional skills you will use:

• Demonstrated capability to adhere to project budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Problem-solving ability, creativity, analytical skills.
• Orientation toward fulfilling client objectives.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in collaborative multi-disciplinary teams.
• Predisposed to continued professional growth.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world’s toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $55,665.00 - $94,631.00 Georgia Remote Office (GA99)

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About ICF

ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy specialists work together with digital strategists, data scientists and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve their most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape the future. Learn more at icf.com.