GEI Consultants Careers

Description

Your role at GEI. 

GEI is seeking motivated On-Call Archaeologists to support our growing Cultural Resources team on archaeological field investigations and cultural resources compliance projects throughout California and the western United States.

This is an hourly, project-based position with work scheduled according to project needs and employee availability. On-call archaeologists will work under the direction of Field Directors, Project Archaeologists, and Project Managers and may support archaeological survey, monitoring, excavation, testing, site recordation, and other field assignments. 

Essential Responsibilities & Duties 

• Conduct archaeological pedestrian surveys and field investigations.
• Perform cultural resources monitoring at construction sites and support implementation of measures designed to avoid or minimize impacts to cultural resources.
• Assist with archaeological testing, excavation, site recordation, and other field activities as assigned.
• Accurately collect and record archaeological and environmental field data using established methods, forms, and protocols.
• Prepare field notes, site records, daily monitoring/progress reports, and other project documentation.
• Use GPS equipment and digital field data collection applications to document field observations and resources.
• Follow established archaeological methods, project protocols, QA/QC requirements, and safety procedures.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a field team.
• Communicate field conditions, findings, schedule considerations, and other project needs to field and project leadership.
• Travel to project locations throughout California and the western United States, including overnight and extended field assignments as needed.
• Perform other project-related duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Historic Archaeology, or a closely related field.
• At least one year of supervised professional archaeological field experience; construction monitoring experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of archaeological field methods and cultural resources practices.
• Ability to accurately complete field documentation and follow established protocols.
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel, including overnight travel and extended field assignments.
• Ability to conduct fieldwork in varying terrain and weather conditions.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record and access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to use smartphones, tablets, and standard computer applications, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to communicate availability to support project staffing needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Construction monitoring experience.
• Archaeological field school or equivalent field training.
• Experience conducting archaeological surveys, excavations, testing, or site recordation.
• Familiarity with Section 106, CEQA, NEPA, or other cultural resources compliance requirements.
• Experience with GPS, GIS, digital field data collection tools, and mapping applications.
• Previous cultural resources consulting or agency experience.
• Qualifications or experience identifying human remains.
• Experience camping during field assignments. 

We are GEI. 

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.  

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.  

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.  

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more.  Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes 

• Market-Competitive Compensation
• Pay Range For This Position: $28.00 – $44.00/hour
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Rewards and Recognition
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• For Some Positions, Hybrid Work Schedules Are Available
• And More…

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.