Senior Archaeologist & CRM Lead

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Archaeologist to support environmental permitting of infrastructure projects across multiple states, including Texas, Louisiana, and surrounding areas. The role involves Phase I–III cultural resource surveys, data management, and liaison with state and federal agencies.

Travel and fieldwork are anticipated, with emphasis on quality control and technical reporting. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in archaeology (Master’s preferred), a strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in archaeology or related field (required).
• Master's degree in archaeology or related field (preferred).
• Must meet the Secretary of the Interior's standards, 36 CFR, Part 61 (required).
• 7+ years of experience in Cultural Resource Management (CRM) (required).
• Experience with primary report authorship in CRM context and QC review (required).
• Experience conducting Phase I, II, and III surveys for linear or large projects (required).
• Ability to work independently 40+ hours/week with flexible schedule (required).
• Demonstrated ability to hold and complete a Texas Antiquities Permit as a Principal Investigator (required).
• Excellent writing and communication skills (required).
• Valid U.S. driver's license and driving record for travel (required).

Responsibilities

• Identifying cultural resources to support environmental permitting of infrastructure projects.
• Preparing NEPA documents including Environmental Assessments and EIS.
• Providing primary authorship in CRM context for QA of field documents and reports.
• Coordinating with state and Federal resource agencies related to historic resources.
• Data management and curation after field assessment.
• Conducting archaeological site inspections and monitoring, including deep testing.
• Business development and client engagement.
• Curating finds and documents as required, and preparing environmental permit applications.
• Fieldwork up to 30% and overnight travel up to 30%.

Skills

CRM experience

Report authorship

Phase I-III surveys

Texas Antiquities Code

Texas permit

Client proposals

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's in archaeology

Master's in archaeology

Job description

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Archaeologist to support environmental permitting of infrastructure projects across multiple states, including Texas, Louisiana, and surrounding areas. The role involves Phase I–III cultural resource surveys, data management, and liaison with state and federal agencies.

Travel and fieldwork are anticipated, with emphasis on quality control and technical reporting. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in archaeology (Master’s preferred), a strong