Archaeologist IV

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking an Archaeologist IV for our Mechanicsburg PA office. The Archaeologist IV will be required to manage and direct both Precontact and Historic archaeological projects – from proposal writing and budget management through report writing and getting project clearances. The candidate must be able to work well with clients, agencies, cultural staff as well as other co-workers within AECOM. They will have to mentor junior staff and delegate responsibilities while continuing to oversee the schedule and quality of work. AECOM has rigorous quality standards, and the candidate will be responsible for meeting this in both their technical work and professionalism. 

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Review RFPs/RFQs to determine if they should be pursued.
• Write proposals, assumptions, schedule, and budgets based on a proposed scope.
• Manage Phase I-III archaeological field surveys for both Precontact and Historic sites on schedule and within budget.
• Complete technical analysis and report preparation.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• BA/BS + 6 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and / or education.
• Experience with federal and state regulations pertaining to cultural resources in the mid-Atlantic.
• Valid Driver’s License and as a condition of employment must be able to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review.
• Due to the nature of work US Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Anthropology, Archaeology or a related field.
• 8 or more years’ experience within CRM with project and/or people management experience.
• East Coast archaeological experience.
• Experience negotiating Agreement documents.
• Register of Professional Archaeologist (RPA).
• Excellent communication, writing, and editing skills.
• Employee mentoring and supervision.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with co-workers, clients, agencies, project stakeholders, and field/site personnel.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation is not available for this position.

Offered rate of compensation (Pennsylvania) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.  The hourly range for this position is $40.00 - $47.00 Hr.

AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan..

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