Archaeologist, Principal Investigator - Portland

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.Your impactJacobs is looking for a Principal Investigator to work on a variety of projects in the PNW and throughout the United States.This position involves providing desktop and field-based cultural resources support for planning, engineering, and construction services togovernment, military, and commercial clients. The archaeologist career path provides the opportunity to work on projects that require compliancewith the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), Archaeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA),Native American Graves Repatriation and Protection Act (NAGPRA), and other federal, state, and local cultural resource regulations.Based out of Oregon, you’ll serve as a key team member working with scientists, engineers, project managers, and other project staff across business sectorsand practices in the company; interface with clients; and coordinate consultation with State Historic Preservation Officers, the Advisory Council onHistoric Preservation, Native American tribes, and multiple state and federal agencies. You’ll conduct coordinate, oversee, and conductarchaeological fieldwork, including Phases I-III studies and archaeological monitoring; analyze project impacts as part of Section 106 and otherregulations; analyze and interpret data; write and review cultural resources technical reports; develop archaeological treatment plans and agreementdocuments; and evaluate eligibility of resources for listing in the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and state registers. You will alsoprepare proposals, provide technical reviews of deliverables, provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level employees, and serve as a mentorwithin the cultural resources group.In addition, there is also an opportunity to be cross-trained as an Environmental Field Monitor supportingimplementation of permit conditions, contractor compliance documents, completing field monitoring and reporting for stormwater compliance(NPDES/SWPPP), noise, and dust/vibration.Possible office locations HYBRID, REMOTE, or OFFICE in one of Jacobs’ PNW offices.Here's what you'll need• Master’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field• Meet Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications Standards forArchaeology• Minimum of 8 years of professional archaeological fieldwork• Experience as a Principal Investigator• Knowledge of historicpreservation laws and policies, including NEPA, NHPA, ARPA, and NAGPRA• Must be capable of walking for long periods of time over unfamiliarterrain, excavating shovel tests and test units, screening soil, and carrying field equipment• Must be willing and able to travel frequently and for longperiods of time, as needed• Experience using GPS technology• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite• Excellent oral and written communicationSkills• Experience working with tribal groupsIdeally, You’ll Also Have• Experience working in the consulting environment and ability to handlemultiple projects simultaneously and be responsive to both internal and external clients• A Registered Professional Archaeologist designation• Experience completing cultural resources studies for infrastructure, electrical transmission, Bureau of Land Management, renewableenergy, and/or remediation projects• Existing relationships with the tribal community