Sundance Consultants, LLC
Archaeologist Principal Investigator/Project Director
Sundance Consultants, LLC, Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Archaeologist Principal Investigator / Project Director (PI/PD) – Lead Cultural Resources Field Crew
About Sundance Consultants, LLC Sundance Consultants is part of True Environmental and its partner firms, offering a wide range of environmental and engineering services. Our focus includes environmental remediation, urban planning, coastal and marine engineering, sustainable energy, and resource extraction. Explore our capabilities at
Sundance‑inc.com
and
True‑Environmental.com .
Job Summary Lead and manage cultural resources projects under Section 106 and Section 110 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) for projects in Arizona and the Southwest. Oversee all phases of investigation, including preparation of data recovery and monitoring plans, field coordination, interpretation of federal, state, and local laws, and report writing. Provide expertise on NEPA and assist in drafting cultural resource sections for permitting actions.
Responsibilities
Direct field studies, supervision of crews, and coordination of project mobilization and demobilization.
Lead research and archaeological fieldwork, including surveys, testing, data recovery, and artifact curation.
Support NHPA Section 106 and 110 compliance, including technical studies and permitting for a variety of clients.
Mentor junior and temporary cultural resource staff; provide technical guidance and staff oversight.
Develop proposals, create scopes, schedules, and budgets, and meet project milestones.
Ensure high‑quality technical deliverables through independent review and quality assurance protocols.
Maintain knowledge of federal, state, and local historic preservation regulations and exhibit subject‑area expertise.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field.
Registered Professional Archaeologist.
Ability to obtain state and federal permits in New Mexico and Arizona.
Five (5) years of supervisory experience, with a preference for eight (8) years in progressive cultural resource roles in the Southwest.
Experience working with architectural historians.
Proficiency in GIS data management and collaboration with GIS professionals.
Strong written and verbal communication, project planning, and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to work independently under general supervision.
Proficient with MS Office; excellent people skills.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Eligibility to be employed in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
Permitted or able to be permitted in Texas, Utah, Colorado, or Nevada.
Ten (10) or more years of field experience with a preference for eight (8) years in progressive cultural resource positions in the Southwest.
Salary & Benefits
Base pay: $110,000.00/yr – $130,000.00/yr (depending on experience and qualifications).
Annual bonus opportunities.
Medical insurance, vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan.
Equal Opportunity Statement Sundance is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Disclaimer This job description is not exhaustive; duties and responsibilities may change at any time without notice. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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About Sundance Consultants, LLC Sundance Consultants is part of True Environmental and its partner firms, offering a wide range of environmental and engineering services. Our focus includes environmental remediation, urban planning, coastal and marine engineering, sustainable energy, and resource extraction. Explore our capabilities at
Sundance‑inc.com
and
True‑Environmental.com .
Job Summary Lead and manage cultural resources projects under Section 106 and Section 110 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) for projects in Arizona and the Southwest. Oversee all phases of investigation, including preparation of data recovery and monitoring plans, field coordination, interpretation of federal, state, and local laws, and report writing. Provide expertise on NEPA and assist in drafting cultural resource sections for permitting actions.
Responsibilities
Direct field studies, supervision of crews, and coordination of project mobilization and demobilization.
Lead research and archaeological fieldwork, including surveys, testing, data recovery, and artifact curation.
Support NHPA Section 106 and 110 compliance, including technical studies and permitting for a variety of clients.
Mentor junior and temporary cultural resource staff; provide technical guidance and staff oversight.
Develop proposals, create scopes, schedules, and budgets, and meet project milestones.
Ensure high‑quality technical deliverables through independent review and quality assurance protocols.
Maintain knowledge of federal, state, and local historic preservation regulations and exhibit subject‑area expertise.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field.
Registered Professional Archaeologist.
Ability to obtain state and federal permits in New Mexico and Arizona.
Five (5) years of supervisory experience, with a preference for eight (8) years in progressive cultural resource roles in the Southwest.
Experience working with architectural historians.
Proficiency in GIS data management and collaboration with GIS professionals.
Strong written and verbal communication, project planning, and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to work independently under general supervision.
Proficient with MS Office; excellent people skills.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Eligibility to be employed in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
Permitted or able to be permitted in Texas, Utah, Colorado, or Nevada.
Ten (10) or more years of field experience with a preference for eight (8) years in progressive cultural resource positions in the Southwest.
Salary & Benefits
Base pay: $110,000.00/yr – $130,000.00/yr (depending on experience and qualifications).
Annual bonus opportunities.
Medical insurance, vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan.
Equal Opportunity Statement Sundance is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Disclaimer This job description is not exhaustive; duties and responsibilities may change at any time without notice. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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