Remote Project Archaeologist | Lead Field Director

Socket.dev; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF is seeking a full-time Project Archaeologist for remote work with a focus on the Southeastern US and Mid-Atlantic energy, transportation, and federal projects. You will lead field surveys, supervise junior staff, and contribute to regulatory analyses and technical reporting.

The role requires a Master’s in Archaeology/Anthropology, 3+ years of experience, and SI qualification standards. Strong writing, GIS, and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 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 pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check

Responsibilities

• Direct archaeological surveys, testing, and data recovery fieldwork for projects primarily in the southeastern US and Mid-Atlantic.
• 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.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership potential

Education

Master’s degree in Anthropology/Archaeology

Tools

ArcGIS

GPS equipment

Job description

ICF is seeking a full-time Project Archaeologist for remote work with a focus on the Southeastern US and Mid-Atlantic energy, transportation, and federal projects. You will lead field surveys, supervise junior staff, and contribute to regulatory analyses and technical reporting.

The role requires a Master’s in Archaeology/Anthropology, 3+ years of experience, and SI qualification standards. Strong writing, GIS, and collaboration skills are essential.