Senior Archaeologist

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. seeks a Senior Archaeologist to lead cultural resource investigations across multiple states, including TX, LA, AZ, FL, MI, NM, NC, OR, PA, UT, TN, WI and GA.

The role requires conducting Phase I–III surveys, supporting permitting and compliance, and providing primary report authorship within CRM. Ideal candidates have 8+ years CRM experience, strong writing skills, and the ability to travel up to 30% and work independently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in archaeology or related field (required).
• 8+ years of CRM experience (required).
• Experience with primary report authorship in CRM; quality control of field documents. (required)
• Experience conducting Phase I–III surveys for linear or large projects. (required)
• Ability to meet Secretary of the Interior's standards (36 CFR Part 61). (required)
• Experience preparing proposals for private/public sectors. (required)
• Ability to work 40+ hours/week; travel as needed. (required)
• Texas Antiquities Permit as PI (required). (required)

Responsibilities

• Identify cultural resources to support environmental permitting for infrastructure projects.
• Prepare NEPA documents and environmental resource reports.
• Provide primary report authorship and QC for CRM documents and site reports.
• Coordinate with state and federal resource agencies on historic resources.
• Handle data management and post-field assessment curation.
• Conduct archaeological site inspections and deep testing.
• Support business development and client engagement.
• Prepare technical documents and environmental permit applications.
• Fieldwork up to 30%, overnight travel up to 30%.

Skills

CRM experience

Primary report authorship

Phase I/II/III surveys

Proposal development

Independent work

Texas Antiquities Permit (PI)

Strong writing & communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in archaeology/anthropology

Master's degree (preferred)

Secretary of the Interior's standards (36 CFR Part 61) compliance

Tools

CRM documentation

Job description

Senior Archaeologist

Primary Location: US-TX-Austin

Additional Locations: US-TX-Dallas, US-TX-Houston, US-LA-Baton Rouge, US-LA-New Orleans, US-GA-Atlanta, US-GA-Kennesaw, US-TN-Memphis, US-WI-Milwaukee, US-AZ-Phoenix

ID: 2026-4937

Category: Archaeology

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Remote: No

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better? Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Archaeologist positions available in our Austin, Dallas, and Houston, Texas; Baton Rouge and New Orleans, Louisiana; Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona; Pensacola or Tallahassee, FL; Detroit, Michigan; Albuquerque, NM; Raleigh, NC; Portland, Oregon; Philadelphia, PA; Salt Lake City; Utah, Memphis; TN, Milwaukee, Wisconsin; or Atlanta, Georgia offices, you will apply your academic knowledge and practical experience to assist in executing archeological projects in Texas, Louisiana, and surrounding states. You will conduct Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III cultural resource surveys for linear corridor and large contiguous projects and support permitting and compliance projects for new developments, expansions, and operation and maintenance activities. Preferred candidates will have experience as a Cultural Resources Principal Investigator in historic and prehistoric archaeology. Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service. We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family. To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Identifying cultural resources to support the environmental permitting of infrastructure projects;
• Preparing environmental documents for compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) including, environmental resource reports, Environmental Assessments (EA), and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS);
• Providing Primary report authorship in a Cultural Resource Management (CRM) context for quality control review of field documents, site forms and reports;
• Coordinating with state and Federal resource agencies related to historic resources;
• Data management and curation post field assessment;
• Conducting archaeological site inspections and monitoring, including deep testing;
• Business development;
• Curating finds and documents as required, and
• Preparing a variety of technical documents and environmental permit applications.
• Fieldwork: Up to 30%
• Overnight travel: Up to 30%

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in archaeology, anthropology, or a related field. (required)
• Master's Degree in archaeology, anthropology, or a related field. (preferred)
• Ability to meet the Secretary of the Interior's standards, 36 CFR, Part 61. (required)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in Cultural Resource Management (CRM); or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
• Experience with Primary report authorship in a CRM context providing quality control review of field documents, site forms and reports. (required)
• Experience conducting Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III cultural resource surveys for linear corridor and large contiguous projects. (required)
• Solid understanding of Texas Antiquities Code, National Historic Preservation Act and National Environmental Policy Act compliance, Department of the Interior requirements, and standards. (preferred)
• Experience preparing proposals for various types of clients in the private and public sectors. (required)
• Ability to work independently for 40 or more hours per week, sometimes on an unpredictable schedule. (required)
• Demonstrated ability to hold and complete a Texas Antiquities Permit as a Principal Investigator. (required)
• Excellent writing and communication skills. (required)
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)