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Stantec Stantec is seeking a motivated and dynamic mid-level architectural historian to support our Cultural Resources Team and clients located in the Upper-Midwest region. The qualified candidate will work in close coordination with our professional team and with Senior Project Management in a range of architectural history projects. Projects undertaken by the candidate will vary in size, scope, and complexity for a variety of clients. Work will be conducted in close coordination and under the supervision of senior-level staff. This is a hybrid position with regular travel to project sites. The candidate must reside in Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, or South Dakota.
Your Opportunity
Your Key Responsibilities
Conduct background research, built environment field work, developing contextual analysis, making recommendations of NRHP eligibility, and report preparation
Assist with finalizing complex architectural history projects with a team of junior-level architectural historians
Assist senior-level staff with scoping and managing projects
Mentor junior-level staff
Coordinate with other Stantec staff to ensure the quality of data, field work, and documentation
Assist with regional business development
Qualified applicants should be able to demonstrate good leadership and judgement qualities, collaboration, strong technical skills, good communication skills, and feel comfortable making technical decisions in the field
The preferred candidate also should demonstrate a desire for growth and new skill development
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Experience mentoring junior-level staff helpful, but can be learned on the job
Experience managing project budgets and scoping historic architectural projects preferred, but can be learned on the job
Extensive knowledge and experience working with Section 106 of National Historic Preservation Act, including working through all steps of the 106 review process (initiate, identify, assess effects, and resolve adverse effects)
Experience producing nominations to the National Register of Historic Places is preferred, but can be learned on the job
Experience interpreting the Secretary of Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties
Experience writing and producing Section 106-related technical reports; strong writing and research skills
Fluency using Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) as well as Adobe Acrobat
Working knowledge of mapping and ARCGIS-related programs
Ability to travel regionally for project work
Ability to complete physically demanding tasks in urban and rural settings and/or hot and dry climates, including walking, hiking, and field navigating
Must have a valid driver's license with a good driving record
Education and Experience
Master’s degree in Historic Preservation, Public History, History, or closely related field
Eight or more years of professional experience preferred
The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Please Note that selected candidates will be required to pass a drug screen, motor vehicle record and background check.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
#StayInquisitive
Location and job details
Primary Location: United States | MN | Plymouth
Organization: 2277 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes West-Minneapolis MN
Employee Status: Regular
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 18/09/2025 07:09:48
Req ID: 1002366
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
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Architectural Historian
role at
Stantec Stantec is seeking a motivated and dynamic mid-level architectural historian to support our Cultural Resources Team and clients located in the Upper-Midwest region. The qualified candidate will work in close coordination with our professional team and with Senior Project Management in a range of architectural history projects. Projects undertaken by the candidate will vary in size, scope, and complexity for a variety of clients. Work will be conducted in close coordination and under the supervision of senior-level staff. This is a hybrid position with regular travel to project sites. The candidate must reside in Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, or South Dakota.
Your Opportunity
Your Key Responsibilities
Conduct background research, built environment field work, developing contextual analysis, making recommendations of NRHP eligibility, and report preparation
Assist with finalizing complex architectural history projects with a team of junior-level architectural historians
Assist senior-level staff with scoping and managing projects
Mentor junior-level staff
Coordinate with other Stantec staff to ensure the quality of data, field work, and documentation
Assist with regional business development
Qualified applicants should be able to demonstrate good leadership and judgement qualities, collaboration, strong technical skills, good communication skills, and feel comfortable making technical decisions in the field
The preferred candidate also should demonstrate a desire for growth and new skill development
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Experience mentoring junior-level staff helpful, but can be learned on the job
Experience managing project budgets and scoping historic architectural projects preferred, but can be learned on the job
Extensive knowledge and experience working with Section 106 of National Historic Preservation Act, including working through all steps of the 106 review process (initiate, identify, assess effects, and resolve adverse effects)
Experience producing nominations to the National Register of Historic Places is preferred, but can be learned on the job
Experience interpreting the Secretary of Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties
Experience writing and producing Section 106-related technical reports; strong writing and research skills
Fluency using Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) as well as Adobe Acrobat
Working knowledge of mapping and ARCGIS-related programs
Ability to travel regionally for project work
Ability to complete physically demanding tasks in urban and rural settings and/or hot and dry climates, including walking, hiking, and field navigating
Must have a valid driver's license with a good driving record
Education and Experience
Master’s degree in Historic Preservation, Public History, History, or closely related field
Eight or more years of professional experience preferred
The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Please Note that selected candidates will be required to pass a drug screen, motor vehicle record and background check.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
#StayInquisitive
Location and job details
Primary Location: United States | MN | Plymouth
Organization: 2277 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes West-Minneapolis MN
Employee Status: Regular
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 18/09/2025 07:09:48
Req ID: 1002366
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
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