Principal Archaeologist

At TRC Companies, we're a leading engineering consulting firm that's been pushing the boundaries of innovation since the 1960s. Our team of experts combines science with cutting-edge technology to deliver groundbreaking solutions that stand the test of time.

We're dedicated to helping our clients succeed in an ever-changing world by providing comprehensive environmental solutions that meet their full project lifecycle needs. From renewable energy to oil and gas, transportation, and manufacturing, we've got the expertise to tackle complex projects from start to finish.

We're seeking an experienced Principal Investigator for Cultural Resources to join our Planning, Permitting, and Licensing Practice (PPL) in Portland, Oregon or Milwaukie, Oregon. As a key member of our team, you'll work closely with other environmental and cultural resources staff to further develop our cultural resource program on the west coast.

• Manage agency, client, and tribal relationships, marketing, and proposal development
• Assist and advise other cultural resources staff
• Direct and manage large and complex cultural resources projects, including fieldwork and report preparation
• Meet the requirements for a qualified archaeologist in the state of Oregon as defined in ORS
• Develop and implement budgets, research designs, work plans, schedules, analyses, and reporting
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations, environmental review processes, and compliance requirements (e.g., Section 106)
• Meet the Secretary of Interior's Professional Qualifications for Archaeology, History, Architectural History, or Historic Architecture
• Previous project experience working on federal (e.g., BLM, USFS, NPS, ACOE, BIA) and state lands (e.g. State Parks)
• Regional experience that would allow for immediate permitting with the local offices of federal agencies (e.g. BLM, USFS, BOR, etc.) and obtaining other permits as needed
• Excellent communication skills, including writing, editing, peer-reviewing, public speaking
• Excellent interpersonal and management skills
• Ability to accomplish tasks in a timely manner, with a track record of meeting deadlines and budgets and producing high-quality reports
• A commitment to safety
• Familiarity with digital data recordation and management

• 10 or more years' experience of progressive experience in the archaeology and/or architectural history of Oregon and the surrounding region
• Graduate degree (M.A. or Ph.D.) from a United States accredited university in anthropology, archaeology, architectural history, or historic preservation
• Meets the requirements for a qualified archaeologist in the state of Oregon as defined in ORS
• Meet the Secretary of Interior's Professional Qualifications for Archaeology, History, Architectural History, or Historic Architecture
• Previous project experience working on federal (e.g., BLM, USFS, NPS, ACOE, BIA) and state lands (e.g. State Parks)
• Regional experience that would allow for immediate permitting with the local offices of federal agencies (e.g. BLM, USFS, BOR, etc.) and obtaining other permits as needed
• Demonstrated marketing success and client retention
• Previous experience in following states: OR, AK, CA, NV, WA, ID
• Previous experience working with utility clients
• Technical expertise in lithic analysis, ceramic analysis, or underwater archaeology
• A valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Successful completion of a background check and drug screen
• Abide by Company policies and procedures
• Other duties and special projects as assigned