Lead Archaeologist - Principal Investigator

Minimum of a master's degree in Archaeology or Anthropology.Minimum of eight (8) years of archaeology fieldwork experience, with academic or research-oriented supervisory experience considered.Thorough knowledge of NEPA and Section 106 regulations.Meets the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification Standards as an Archaeologist. Experience with content editing of reports and project scheduling/budgeting.Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with project teams.Willingness to travel approximately 20% of the time.SWCA Environmental Consultants is a dynamic and employee-owned firm, offering a full spectrum of environmental services across the United States. As a leader in environmental compliance, we provide opportunities for professional growth and development, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. Application deadline: Our team will begin reviewing applications immediately, and interviews will be scheduled with qualified candidates on a rolling basis. The application process will remain open until we have received a robust pool of qualified candidates. Once we have identified suitable individuals, we may close the application process without prior notice. We appreciate the time and effort invested by all applicants and will carefully consider each submission. SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employees. In alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges in all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency. An employee in this Bismarck, ND/Minneapolis, MN - based position can expect a salary of $81,545.10 - $106,289.82/year. Actual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law. Regular-status employees are also eligible for performance bonuses. Candidates are also encouraged to consider SWCA's Total Rewards package, which includes a competitive package, forward-thinking workplace flexibility, outstanding corporate culture, award-winning career development, and more. EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. At SWCA Environmental Consultants, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including those with diverse experiences and veterans, to apply. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff. We recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA's continued success. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this position. We believe in promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers. If you need assistance accessing SWCA's website, completing the online application, or require accommodations at any point during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact us at or call 1-480-581-5378. We're committed to providing an inclusive and supportive experience for all candidates. This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests; other inquiries will not receive a response.#LI-LC1