Staff Archeologist

HDR, Inc.; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is hiring a Staff Archaeologist for our Metairie, LA office. The role focuses on archaeological surveys, Phase II/III activities, site documentation, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams across the South Central region.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Archaeology/Anthropology or related field, GIS familiarity, strong writing/communication skills, and willingness to travel up to 80% and work varied hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or related field.
• Experience with field study design and cultural resource management regulatory framework.
• Familiarity with GIS tools and documentations.
• Excellent writing and communication skills; self-starter.
• Willingness to work varied weather conditions and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct archaeological surveys, Phase II testing, and Phase III data recoveries; document sites and prepare reports.
• Supervise field technicians and coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Assist with artifact analyses, processing, and curation.
• Support planning, staffing, and execution of cultural resource management projects.

Skills

Self-starter

Writing skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Field weather adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology/Anthropology/Architectural History

Tools

GIS utilities

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

To support its growing CRM program in the Louisiana / Mississippi area, HDR is seeking a qualified person for a career level position in our Metairie, Louisiana office. Staff Archaeologists are responsible for conducting archaeological field investigations, background research, documenting archaeological sites, and contributing to technical reports.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Staff Archaeologist, we'll count on you to:

• Conduct archaeological surveys and assist with Phase II site testing and Phase III data recoveries, including feature and artifact identification and analyses; excavate shovel test pits and test units; complete archaeological site documentation, including site forms, photography, and GPS mapping
• Supervise archaeological field technicians
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams in our Resources (strong focus on power market sector), Transportation, and Water Business Groups in the South Central (TX, OK, LA, AR, MS) region and nationally to help plan, staff, and execute major cultural resource management efforts
• Assist with artifact analyses, processing, and curation
• Perform other duties as needed

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to record cultural resources in the field without any physical assistance (this could include hiking short distances in scrub and native vegetation)
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds without assistance
• Must be able to effectively communicate in person, by telephone, and email
• Must be able to effectively work in minimally supervised and/or unsupervised environments
• Work hours other than 8 to 5 which may include weekends and/or night shifts
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Be able to operate a vehicle day or night
• Approximately 80% travel required

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field. With anticipated testing and data recovery projects anticipated as part of the work load, archeologists with experience in any of the following are encouraged to apply: historic artifact analysis, lithic analysis, bioarcheology, zooarchaeology, geoarchaeology, GPR/magnetometer survey, and/or ceramic analyses
• Minimum one year experience in cultural resource management
• Experience identifying and recording pre- and post-contact resources
• Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks in adverse environmental conditions (e.g., rugged terrain, remote locations, hot and cold temperatures)
• Must have good organizational skills, a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn and execute new tasks.
• Previous work experience in cultural resource projects

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or closely related field
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills
• Willingness to work under varied weather conditions
• Successful candidates must be familiar with field study design and documentation, regulatory framework for cultural resource management, and GIS utilities
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Locations

Primary Location: United States-Louisiana-Metairie

Other Locations: United States-Louisiana-Baton Rouge

Industry

Environment/Sciences

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Cultural Resources

Job Posting

Aug 10, 2026

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