Field Director
HDR, Anchorage, AK, United States
HDR Engineering Inc. needs a motivated Archaeological Field Director for the 2026 field season in Alaska (May – as late as October). The position requires overseeing archaeological excavation and limited Phase II survey and site evaluation activities of archaeological field crews. This is a seasonal part‑time position based out of the HDR office in Anchorage, Alaska. The position provides overtime pay, with housing and per diem.
Responsibilities
Show up to work each day on time and prepared.
Follow safe work practices and coordinate with the Safety Manager in the application of safe practices by all crews.
Serve as the primary point of contact for anyone entering sites during workdays, including clients, agencies, contractors, or members of the public.
Implement Social Media Policy.
Maintain responsibility for day‑to‑day activities for each crew.
Oversee data recovery and field methods; conduct quality control of field data (notes, maps, photos, artifact logs, GPS and Total Station data, and curation of materials).
Responsible for the implementation of Field Permits, Data Recovery/Historic Properties Treatment Plan, Cultural Resources Discovery Plan, Curation Plan, Human Remains Protocol, and the Field Manual by Field Crews.
Review daily Field logs, Field Forms, Field Notes, Maps, and other paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
Report daily, weekly, and monthly results (as needed) of all field activities to the Principal Investigator and Project Management.
Conduct prompt morning and post‑field tail gate meetings to discuss safety and field objectives along with any contingencies that may affect the field day.
Communicate effectively with Project Manager, Camp manager, Crew Chiefs, team members, members of the public, and Project stakeholders.
Provide guidance and leadership to Crew Chiefs and field crews in areas of specialty, such as faunal and/or lithics analysis.
Convey client needs and Project objectives to Crew Chiefs and Field Crews.
Ensure timely completion of all fieldwork and progress reports.
Hike over rugged terrain for 8–10 hours a day while carrying necessary field equipment.
Excavate and document archaeological excavation units and features.
Perform miscellaneous job‑related duties as assigned.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Significant physical work is a primary part of this job. Heavy physical work, including lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 50 pounds, is required.
Work environment involves exposure to hazards or physical risks, requiring basic safety precautions.
Work may involve exposure to adverse environmental conditions such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, and/or loud noises.
Work requires hiking and working in rugged terrain.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a closely related field.
Previous Alaska‑based archaeological fieldwork experience.
Experience with GIS processing and field tools preferred.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or a closely related field.
Minimum of 10 years of Archaeological experience, including at least 5 years of planning, managing and executing archaeological investigations.
Experience with Microsoft Office, Word and Excel.
Proven ability to manage multiple field crews.
Excellent communication and client interaction skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Requires ability to travel.
Familiarity with field study design and documentation, regulatory framework for cultural resource management, and GIS utilities.
Must be able to handle cultural resources in a variety of geographic settings throughout the US.
Commitment to being an active participant of the employee‑owned culture is required.
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affinity and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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Responsibilities
Show up to work each day on time and prepared.
Follow safe work practices and coordinate with the Safety Manager in the application of safe practices by all crews.
Serve as the primary point of contact for anyone entering sites during workdays, including clients, agencies, contractors, or members of the public.
Implement Social Media Policy.
Maintain responsibility for day‑to‑day activities for each crew.
Oversee data recovery and field methods; conduct quality control of field data (notes, maps, photos, artifact logs, GPS and Total Station data, and curation of materials).
Responsible for the implementation of Field Permits, Data Recovery/Historic Properties Treatment Plan, Cultural Resources Discovery Plan, Curation Plan, Human Remains Protocol, and the Field Manual by Field Crews.
Review daily Field logs, Field Forms, Field Notes, Maps, and other paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
Report daily, weekly, and monthly results (as needed) of all field activities to the Principal Investigator and Project Management.
Conduct prompt morning and post‑field tail gate meetings to discuss safety and field objectives along with any contingencies that may affect the field day.
Communicate effectively with Project Manager, Camp manager, Crew Chiefs, team members, members of the public, and Project stakeholders.
Provide guidance and leadership to Crew Chiefs and field crews in areas of specialty, such as faunal and/or lithics analysis.
Convey client needs and Project objectives to Crew Chiefs and Field Crews.
Ensure timely completion of all fieldwork and progress reports.
Hike over rugged terrain for 8–10 hours a day while carrying necessary field equipment.
Excavate and document archaeological excavation units and features.
Perform miscellaneous job‑related duties as assigned.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Significant physical work is a primary part of this job. Heavy physical work, including lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 50 pounds, is required.
Work environment involves exposure to hazards or physical risks, requiring basic safety precautions.
Work may involve exposure to adverse environmental conditions such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, and/or loud noises.
Work requires hiking and working in rugged terrain.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a closely related field.
Previous Alaska‑based archaeological fieldwork experience.
Experience with GIS processing and field tools preferred.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or a closely related field.
Minimum of 10 years of Archaeological experience, including at least 5 years of planning, managing and executing archaeological investigations.
Experience with Microsoft Office, Word and Excel.
Proven ability to manage multiple field crews.
Excellent communication and client interaction skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Requires ability to travel.
Familiarity with field study design and documentation, regulatory framework for cultural resource management, and GIS utilities.
Must be able to handle cultural resources in a variety of geographic settings throughout the US.
Commitment to being an active participant of the employee‑owned culture is required.
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affinity and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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