Project Archaeologist & Field Lead, CRM

WSP; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Project Archaeologist for our Northwest Arkansas office to lead heritage and cultural resource projects, direct field teams, and collaborate with clients, tribal monitors, and regulatory agencies. The role emphasizes QA/QC, technical writing, and ongoing alignment with state and federal guidelines.

Ideal candidates bring a Master’s in Archaeology or related field and 3–5 years of post-education experience in CRM archaeology, with strong communication and leadership abilities for

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Historic Preservation, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of post-education experience in Section 106/110 compliance or CRM archaeology, preferably Arkansas/southeast.
• Thorough understanding of regulatory framework for heritage resource management compliance.
• Excellent technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead heritage and cultural resource projects.
• Direct field teams on archaeological surveys and excavations.
• Assist with development and scoping of medium-sized projects.
• Interact with clients, landowners, contractors, and others.
• Work with tribal monitors and representatives.
• Help clients comply with state and federal regulations.
• Prepare and assist with completing cultural resources reports, data entry, impact assessment, and permitting activities for assigned projects.
• Perform professional archaeological work, investigations, inspections, studies, and surveys.

Skills

Technical writing

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

QA/QC

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Travel flexibility

Education

Master's degree in Archaeology

Job description

WSP is seeking a Project Archaeologist for our Northwest Arkansas office to lead heritage and cultural resource projects, direct field teams, and collaborate with clients, tribal monitors, and regulatory agencies. The role emphasizes QA/QC, technical writing, and ongoing alignment with state and federal guidelines.

Ideal candidates bring a Master’s in Archaeology or related field and 3–5 years of post-education experience in CRM archaeology, with strong communication and leadership abilities for