Architectural Historian

Stantec is seeking a highly skilled Architectural Historian to join our team. As an Architectural Historian, you will be responsible for conducting historical and architectural research, preparing architectural history reports, identifying historical buildings and sites, and making recommendations for their preservation.

• Conducting historical research and evaluating the historic and architectural significance of properties under the National Register of Historic Places criteria.
• Preparing Historic American Building Survey (HABS)/ Historic American Engineering Record (HAER) documentation.
• Preparing technical documents, including reports and inventory forms, in compliance with NHPA regulations and state reporting standards.
• Aiding in preparing cultural resources sections of Environmental Impact Statements (EISs) and Environmental Assessments (EAs) and NHPA Section 106 Consultation Documentation.
• Ongoing written and verbal coordination and consulting with team members and clients.
• Contribute to the development of proposals in all market sectors, including scoping and pricing architectural history work.
• Collaborate in an integrated team with engineers, scientists, planners, regulators, and other stakeholders.

• Meet or exceeds the Secretary of the Interior Standards for Architectural History (36 CFR Part 61).
• Extensive knowledge of cultural resources and associated regulatory environment, especially for federal agencies.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to frequently travel to field sites out of local area.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel and Adobe Acrobat.
• Knowledge of NHPA, knowledge of NEPA a plus.
• Knowledge of architectural terminology, Secretary of the Interior Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties.
• Experience with site recordation in both rural and urban settings.
• Ability to travel and conduct field work as required.
• Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
• Must have valid driver's license with good driving record.
• Ability to pass drug test.

• Graduate degree in Architectural History, History, Historic Preservation or related field.
• Two years professional consulting experience in cultural resources management or a related professional field.

Stantec is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our clients and communities. If you are passionate about cultural heritage and preservation, and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.