Senior Cultural Resources Specialist - Environmental Services (Vancouver, WA) - Burns & McDonnell

**Description** Burns & McDonnell's office in Vancouver, WA, is actively seeking a Senior Cultural Resources Specialist to lead project studies and surveys, construction monitoring, archaeological excavation and associated field work on a variety of projects. We are a 100% employee-owned firm ranked numerous times on FORTUNE's List of 100 Best Companies to Work For and voted as a Best Place to Work in cities across the United States. Primary responsibilities will be to plan, coordinate, communicate and facilitate activities for the cultural resources components of projects from concept through completion. Successful Senior Cultural Resources Specialists collaborate and coordinate with internal and external clients. They are also responsible for initiating or assisting in proposal development and contract negotiations and coordinating project planning. Project planning includes scoping, budgeting, maintaining schedules, communicating and managing deadlines and establishing and performing critical project objectives. This position includes a mix of marketing, strategic planning, field assessments, report preparation, and some travel. The senior cultural resources specialist will also provide leadership and direction in growing Burns & McDonnell's cultural resources practice in the Pacific Northwest. Specific areas of responsibility may include the following: + Serving as Client Coordinator for target clients - client coordinators will take primary responsibility for ultimate delivery of services and client satisfaction. + Identifying project opportunities early and facilitating go/no-go decisions in cooperation with office leadership and Environmental Services practice leadership. + Identifying new market and client opportunities. + Identifying key projects and facilitate early sales strategies to maximize our chances of being selected. + Supervising field efforts and technical reporting. + Adhering to Burns & McDonnell's Quality Control and Safety programs. + Other duties, as assigned. **Qualifications** + Master's Degree or PhD in anthropology/archeology or related field. Completion of a master's degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of experience. + Must meet the Secretary of the Interior's professional qualifications standards in archaeology and any applicable state qualifications. + Register of Professional Archaeologist. (Preferred) + Minimum 8 years of related experience conducting construction monitoring activities; field investigations, surveys and project studies; archaeological excavation, artifact identification and associated field work. + Experience in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and other western states. + Permitted with Forest Service, BLM, and other entities. + Specific experience in electric transmission, oil & gas, renewables, and other similar markets is preferred. + Experience with the resources and regulatory agencies in the western U.S is a requirement. + Local and regional knowledge and relationships with existing clients is preferred. + Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are required to develop and maintain relationships. + Solid time management and follow-through skills, with the ability to simultaneously work on and manage multiple tasks/projects with tight deadlines. + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + Proficient with GIS and excellent writing skills. + Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office suite. + Strong experience working with both private and public-sector clients. **Compensation** $100,000.00-145,000.00 Annually The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program. **Benefits** Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans **Job** Scientific **Primary Location** US-WA-Vancouver **Schedule:** Full-time **Travel:** Yes, 20 % of the Time **Req ID:** 243076 **Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-JJ #ENS