The role – what you’ll do
Barr is seeking a full-time senior-level cultural resources principal investigator to join and continue growing our cultural resources management practice in North Dakota and nearby states. Our program offers a wide range of services, including cultural surveys, testing, data recovery, built environment documentation, cultural report preparation, and internal review to support project compliance with local, state, and federal antiquities laws. The person in this position will work with Barr scientists and engineers, clients, regulatory agencies, and other cultural resources professionals to manage projects and address cultural resources-related regulatory issues related to Barr projects.
A successful candidate for this role enjoys managing multiple deadlines while consistently upholding high performance standards across a wide variety of projects. They are intrinsically motivated, have a client service mindset, and are interested in developing and mentoring other staff. This person can juggle conflicting priorities while working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Your impact – key responsibilities
Project management: preparing and reviewing scopes of work and budgets for all phases of archaeological investigations. Overseeing cultural resources projects from inception to completion, including budget and task management.
Reporting : performing due diligence reviews for cultural resources management projects. Drafting and reviewing sections of local, state, federal, and tribal environmental review documents, along with archaeological technical reports.
Permitting : assisting with permit applications and other technical writing.
Field directing : coordinating and/or conducting field studies, supporting field crews, and leveraging and overseeing subconsultants when needed.
Staff development : supporting the growth and development of team members.
Collaboration : building and sustaining strong relationships with clients, regulatory personnel, and internal teams. Collaborating across disciplines to align technical approaches with client goals while contributing to a positive, inclusive team culture.
About the opportunity
Hybrid or remote: a hybrid or remote work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office; a remote arrangement refers to working primarily from a home office. This position will be based in Barr's Bismarck, North Dakota, office. Remote arrangements will be considered based on candidate qualifications, local regulations, and Barr’s needs
Travel requirement: willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project and team needs (including up to 30 percent; needs will vary seasonally and over time) .
Work environment: applicants must be able to work in an office environment and perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants must also be able to work in locations that feature rough terrain typical of construction and industrial sites and to enter and work in locations that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, high temperature and pressure process equipment, and other conditions typical of large industrial facilities. Job assignments may involve work on waste disposal sites and sites requiring the cleanup of hazardous materials. Some work locations may also feature rough terrain, steep slopes, and dense vegetation. An OSHA-mandated physical exam may be required; safety training will be provided.
About you – required core competencies
Education : master’s degree from an accredited college or university in archaeology, anthropology, historic preservation, architectural history, or a related field.
Experience : a minimum of 10 years of experience in cultural resources management (CRM). A minimum of three years serving as a principal investigator (PI) on CRM projects in the Northern Plains.
Experience as a principal…