Principal Investigator for Archaeology

The Opportunity
Tetra Tech is looking for a fill-time mid-level Principal Investigator for Archaeology based in Bloomington, MN. 

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to support and lead proposal developments, organize and lead archaeological fieldwork as part of a team or individually, draft reports, make eligibility determinations, and coordinate with state or federal agencies.  Fieldwork will be conducted in the Midwest, Upper Midwest, and Northern Great Plains.

Essential Job Functions

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

• Lead fieldwork and instruct junior staff on field methodologies.
• Ability to use ArcGIS, ArcPro, Survey123, and FieldMaps, or equivalent programs.
• Draft technical reports within scope, budget, and schedule.

• Draft proposals including technical approaches and cost estimating and support the expansion of cultural resources services.

   

   

   

   

Why Tetra Tech
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges.  Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world.  For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.  Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.  Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference.  Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in archaeology or anthropology with focus on archaeology.

• Minimum 4-10 years of relevant experience.

   

• Fieldwork, reporting, and agency coordination with a State Historic Preservation Office(s) or Federal Agency(s) in the past 2 years.
• Previous experience drafting proposals for technical reports.
• Experience leading cultural survey efforts.
• Experience with Midwest and/or Great Plains Archaeology.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to work on tasks as part of a larger project team. 
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills (both written and verbal). 

• This position requires preparation of technical environmental reports. Strong technical writing skills. 

   

• Highly motivated, client focused, and work well in a team environment

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In addition:

• Driving on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required.  

Preferred Qualifications

• Development of ESRI Survey123 forms and ability develop ESRI Fieldmaps and upload to tablets.
• Ability to generate figures in ESRI ArcPro.
• Familiarity with lithics and raw materials.
• Familiarity with historic artifacts.

Physical Requirements

• Walk around project sites in all types of terrains for up to 10-15 miles per day.
• Ability to carry up to 25 lbs. of equipment such as maps, shovels, GPS unit, field screening equipment and cameras during field work.
• Ability to excavate shovel tests, and screen materials.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors

• Field activities take place in a variety of weather conditions and can occur in remote locations, including areas of uneven terrain. 

• The work environmental will consist of both office and field work.

• Office work may be 50% of the time but varies based on the season and workload.

• Fieldwork may require overnight stays and may occur in all seasons.

   

Additional Information

• This full-time position typically requires approximately less than 50% travel.

• Office work schedule is Monday - Friday.

• Travel requirements will include multi-day field projects out of town requiring overnight stays and day-long projects.

• Travel requirements may include weekends.

• Out-of-town field efforts range from 5 to 10 days but can be up to 12 days.

• Typical break between mobilizations is 2 to 4 days, depending on duration of field efforts.

• Must be able to drive on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required.

Life at Tetra Tech
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.  

Benefits
Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security.  Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), time off with pay, 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

The Salary Range for this position is $56,000 - $90,000, depending on education, experience, skills, and location.

Health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements.