Project Archaeologist (Environmental)

Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States; frequent travel is required, often with little advance notice.

Salary: USD $72,488–$85,000 per year, depending on experience, education, skills, geographic location, and other factors.

Company

TRC, a member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm working across energy, transportation, infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings projects.

What you will do

• Direct archaeological projects ranging from local surveys to large, multi-year, multi-state engagements.
• Plan fieldwork logistics and supervise field activities.
• Author project reports under the direction of the Project Manager or Principal Investigator.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and high-quality archaeological data and project deliverables.
• Promote and enforce company safety and quality standards among field employees.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in anthropology or archaeology preferred, with at least two years of fieldwork management and report-writing experience.
• Willingness to travel frequently, sometimes with little advance notice.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage deadlines, and maintain strong client service and technical standards.
• Successful completion of a background check and drug screen.
• Commitment to workplace safety.

Nice to have

• Experience with archaeological surveys, shovel testing, monitoring, data recovery, and field supervision.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and management skills.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations and environmental review processes.
• Familiarity with GPS units, tablets, cameras, and other digital field technologies.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a fast-paced environment focused on client service, technical excellence, safety, and quality.
• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance for eligible employees.
• 401(k) plan with traditional and Roth options and company matching.
• Paid time off ranging from 15 to 25 days annually based on employment status and seniority.
• At least eight paid holidays annually for full-time employees, plus paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with state law.