Project Archaeologist

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Project Archaeologist to support our Cultural Resources Management (CRM) team, with the position open to any WSP office across the Midwest. Be involved in meaningful and impactful projects while working alongside a collaborative, multidisciplinary team committed to delivering sustainable solutions that serve our clients, communities, and the environment.

At WSP, you’ll be part of a global professional services firm that values innovation, integrity, and inclusion. We empower our people to grow their careers, contribute to high-profile projects, and help shape the communities where we live and work.

In addition to our ongoing Phase I, II, and III cultural resources projects, WSP has multiple upcoming efforts ranging from survey to mitigation across Arkansas, Florida, Kentucky, Missouri, Mississippi, Illinois, Michigan, Oklahoma, and Tennessee, with additional work anticipated throughout the Midwest and Southeast.

WSP’s Cultural Resources Management team includes highly experienced professionals located across the United States, including staff in Louisville and Lexington, Kentucky; Kansas City and Jefferson City, Missouri, and additional team members throughout the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeast. Our collaborative culture allows you to work with subject matter experts nationwide while maintaining flexibility in where you are based.
 

Your Impact

• As a Project Archaeologist, you will play a key role in advancing cultural resources projects by:
  • Leading heritage and cultural resource projects from planning through execution
  • Directing field teams on archaeological surveys and excavations
  • Assisting with development and scoping of medium-sized projects
  • Interacting with clients, landowners, contractors, and stakeholders
  • Coordinating and working with tribal monitors and representatives
  • Supporting client compliance with state and federal regulations
  • Preparing and contributing to cultural resources reports, data entry, impact assessments, and permitting activities
  • Conducting professional archaeological investigations, inspections, studies, and surveys
  • Interfacing with regulatory and historic preservation agencies in a confident, professional manner
  • Staying current with archaeological methods, procedures, and best practices
  • Exercising responsible and ethical decision-making in accordance with WSP’s Code of Conduct
  • Performing additional responsibilities as required by business needs
     

Who You Are
Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Historic Preservation, or a related field
• 3–5 years of relevant post-graduate experience in Section 106/110 compliance and CRM archaeology, preferably in the Midwest and Southeast
• Strong understanding of the regulatory framework for heritage resource management compliance
  Excellent technical writing and reporting skills
• Demonstrated expertise in the archaeology of the Midwest and Southeast regions
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to work independently while providing guidance and leadership to junior staff
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and QA/QC standards
• Proven critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to WSP health, safety, and conduct policies
• Flexibility to work schedules aligned with project needs, including occasional extended workweeks
• Ability to travel occasionally based on project requirements
   

Additional Qualifications Considered:

• Specialized expertise supported by publications, presentations, or demonstrated project experience in the Central United States
• Active participation in professional archaeological or historic preservation organizations
   

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