Job Title: Principal Investigator
Service Group: Cultural Resources
Work Location: 3280 William Pitt Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Employment Status: Full-time
Skelly and Loy, Inc., a privately owned corporation with 5 Mid-Atlantic offices and approximately 180 employees, is looking for a qualified archaeologist to join our Cultural Resources Service Group as a Principal Investigator. The firm provides the full spectrum of professional engineering and environmental services to various public and private sector clients throughout the United States and abroad. Skelly and Loy is consistently ranked one of the best environmental firms in the nation and our team of experts, with broad experience and sound technical skills, works together to produce the superior work for which the firm is well known.
This is a full-time permanent position with competitive compensation commensurate with experience and includes vacation, medical, and 401-K benefits. Applicants must be available for in-person interviews, must be able to provide their own transportation, possess a valid driver's license, and live (or be willing to relocate) within driving distance of our newly relocated Pittsburgh office. Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume including three business references with telephone and e-mail contact information, a writing sample (hard copy or .PDF), and a date of availability.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design, conduct, and report archaeological investigations
Coordinate and assist clients with regulatory compliance
Coordinate field crews and logistics for Phase I-III projects
Develop methodology and research designs for Phase II/III projects
Synthesize background research, methodology, results, and all other pertinent information into reports and deliverables to be reviewed by agencies
Market Skelly and Loy to new and existing clients
REQUIRED
Graduate degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or closely related field
Minimum of 3 years’ professional experience at the Principal Investigator level
Demonstrated expertise in conducting lithic analysis
At least six months of supervisory field and analytic experience in general North American archeology
Demonstrated ability to carry research to completion
Strong organizational, technical and writing skills
Strong communication skills
Working knowledge of Section 106 and other pertinent cultural resource regulations (e.g., NAGPRA, ARPA, state guidelines)
Demonstrated ability to meet budget and schedule requirements
Experience in Eastern United States culture history
Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship
DESIRED SKILLS
Registered Professional Archaeologist
Experience in Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, Delaware, Maryland, and New York archaeology
Working knowledge of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
Statistical analysis, technical knowledge of GIS
Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment
Association with and membership in national, regional, and state professional organizations (e.g., SAA, SHA, SIA, PAC)
Holds or has the ability to obtain a security clearance
Forward the required materials to jobs@skellyloy.com. No phone calls please.
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