Senior Archaeologist - CRM Project Lead & Field Survey

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Archaeologist to support environmental permitting through Phase I–III cultural resource surveys across Texas, Louisiana, and nearby states.

The role focuses on primary report authorship, QA of CRM documents, and coordination with resource agencies. You will conduct field assessments, contribute to proposals, and travel up to 30% while working with a team of engineers and scientists in multiple offices.

Qualifications

• 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).
• At least 7 years of CRM experience (required).
• Experience with primary report authorship in a CRM context (required).
• Experience conducting Phase I, II, III surveys (required).
• Solid understanding of Texas Antiquities Code, NHPA and NEPA compliance (preferred).
• Experience preparing proposals for clients (required).
• Ability to work independently 40+ hours per week (required).
• Texas PI permit as Principal Investigator (required).
• Excellent writing and communication skills (required).
• Health & Safety training and drug/background checks may be required.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and driving record (required).

Responsibilities

• Identify cultural resources to support environmental permitting of infrastructure projects.
• Prepare NEPA documents including EA and EIS.
• Provide primary report authorship in CRM context for QA of field documents and reports.
• Coordinate with state and federal resource agencies on historic resources.
• Data management and curation after field assessments.
• Conduct archaeological site inspections and monitoring, including deep testing.
• Business development.
• Curate finds and documents as required; prepare environmental permit applications.
• Fieldwork up to 30%; Overnight travel up to 30%.

Skills

CRM experience

Phase I/II/III surveys

Proposal writing

Independent work

Texas Antiquities Permit

Excellent writing

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in archaeology/anthropology

Master's degree (preferred)

Secretary of the Interior standards (36 CFR Part 61)

Job description

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Archaeologist to support environmental permitting through Phase I–III cultural resource surveys across Texas, Louisiana, and nearby states.

The role focuses on primary report authorship, QA of CRM documents, and coordination with resource agencies. You will conduct field assessments, contribute to proposals, and travel up to 30% while working with a team of engineers and scientists in multiple offices.