Cultural Principal Investigator

				Overview:

Colliers Engineering & Design (CED) is a leading engineering and environmental consulting firm with a rapidly growing archaeological practice dedicated to preserving and interpreting cultural heritage. We provide comprehensive cultural resource management services across diverse industries and landscapes, with a strong focus on the Southwest and Arizona. Our team is expanding, and we are seeking a Part-Time, As Needed Principal Investigator (PI) with deep expertise in Southwest archaeology and regulatory compliance to help lead projects and mentor staff.

Responsibilities:

* Serve as Principal Investigator for cultural resource projects, including Class I, II, and III surveys and testing and data recovery projects.
* Develop and implement project-specific research designs and methodologies.
* Lead compliance efforts with Section 106 of the NHPA, NEPA, ARPA, NAGPRA, and state/local regulations.
* Supervise and mentor field directors, crew chiefs, staff archaeologists, and field technicians.
* Coordinate with clients, SHPO, ASM, federal and state agencies, and Tribal Nations to facilitate consultation and compliance.
* Oversee the preparation of high-quality technical reports, management summaries, and deliverables.
* Manage project budgets, schedules, and staffing to ensure efficiency and profitability.
* Contribute to business development, including proposal writing, budgeting, and cultivating client relationships.
* Remain current with archaeological research, regulatory developments, and best practices in cultural resource management.
* Establish & maintain positive relationships with co-workers, support and build others on the team and across disciplines/offices.
* Working in various terrains and environments throughout the year.
* Performing physical tasks in the field which may include regular carrying of equipment (20-50 pounds).
* Occasional local and overnight travel may be required.

Qualifications:

* Master's or PhD Degree in Anthropology, Archaeology or another closely related field.
* Minimum 5 years of professional experience in cultural resource management.
* Demonstrated expertise in the archaeology of the Southwest and Arizona.
* Experience in Arizona, California, New Mexico, Nevada, and/or Colorado strongly preferred.
* Experience leading Class I, II, and III surveys, testing, and data recovery projects.
* Knowledge of Arizona permitting processes (ASM, SHPO) and federal permitting.
* Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
* RPA certification or ability to obtain.
* Existing working relationships with Tribal Historic Preservation Offices (THPOs) in the region.
* Familiarity with geospatial and archaeological software (ArcGIS, Collector, Trimble, etc.).
* Experience conducting public outreach and interpretation of archaeological resources.
* Proven experience managing budgets, schedules, and staff.
* Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
* Ability/willingness to lift equipment or objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
* Ability/willingness to walk long distances on rugged terrain.
* A valid Driver's License is required.
			

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