Archaeologist IV - AECOM

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AECOM is seeking an Archaeologist IV for our Burlington, NJ 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.  

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).
• Ability to review RFPs/RFQs to determine if they should be pursued.
• Ability to write a proposal, assumptions, schedule, and budget based on a proposed scope.
• Ability to manage Phase I-III archaeological field surveys for both Precontact and Historic sites on schedule and within budget.
• Ability to complete technical analysis and report preparation.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changes and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• 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.

• Sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Relocation is not available for this position.

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