Staff Cultural Resources Specialist - Field Coordinator

Burns & McDonnell’s Southwest Region is seeking a Cultural Resources Specialist to work alongside archaeological crews on surveys, monitoring, testing, and data recovery for infrastructure and other projects. This position offers a path to expanded technical responsibility and, for candidates who meet applicable qualifications over time, archaeological project director or Principal Investigator responsibilities.

The Cultural Resources Specialist will plan and execute assigned field tasks in coordination with the project manager and qualified PI. The role includes field safety, crew direction, reliable data collection, schedule updates, and preparation of field records and technical report sections. The PI retains responsibility for work conducted under the PI’s permits.

The position supports a growing Cultural Resources team that works with other Burns & McDonnell practices on projects throughout the Southwest.

Specific responsibilities may include the following:

• Conduct archaeological surveys, monitoring, testing, and data recovery in accordance with the approved work plan, permit conditions, and safety requirements.

• Prepare for field mobilization by reviewing records and constraints, confirming access and equipment, and coordinating staffing and logistics with the PI and project manager.
• Work under the appropriate PI and project director authorizations; provide information needed for permit applications or amendments and comply with permit terms.
• Train field staff in site identification and documentation, digital data collection, artifact handling, and field quality checks; review field records before demobilization.
• Follow Burns & McDonnell’s quality and safety procedures, raise field issues promptly, and contribute to consistent field methods and checklists.
• Prepare site forms, field summaries, and report sections; communicate findings, data needs, and schedule impacts to the PI and project manager.
• Travel and overnight field assignments are part of the role.
• Other duties as assigned.