Cultural Principal Investigator

About the Role

The Principal Investigator will lead cultural resource projects, including Class I‑III surveys, testing, and data recovery, and develop project‑specific research designs and methodologies. Responsibilities include overseeing compliance with Section 106 of the NHPA, NEPA, ARPA, NAGPRA, and state/local regulations, supervising and mentoring field staff, coordinating with clients, agencies, and Tribal Nations, and delivering high‑quality technical reports. The role also manages budgets, schedules, and staffing to ensure efficiency, contributes to business development, and remains current with archaeological research and best practices. • Serve as Principal Investigator for Class I‑III surveys, testing, and data recovery projects. • Design and implement project‑specific research methodologies. • Lead compliance with Section 106 NHPA, NEPA, ARPA, NAGPRA, and state/local regulations. • Supervise and mentor field directors, crew chiefs, archaeologists, and technicians. • Coordinate with clients, SHPO, ASM, federal and state agencies, and Tribal Nations. • Oversee preparation of technical reports, management summaries, and deliverables. • Manage project budgets, schedules, and staffing to ensure efficiency and profitability. • Contribute to business development through proposal writing and client relationship building. • Stay current with archaeological research, regulatory developments, and best practices. • Perform field work in varied terrains, carrying equipment (20‑50 lb) and traveling as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸class surveys
• ▸research design
• ▸regulatory compliance
• ▸team supervision
• ▸client coordination
• ▸report preparation

What You Bring

Candidates must hold a Master’s or PhD in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related field and possess at least five years of cultural resource management experience, with demonstrated expertise in Southwest and Arizona archaeology. Required skills include knowledge of Arizona permitting processes, technical writing, RPA certification (or ability to obtain), and proficiency with geospatial software such as ArcGIS. Additional qualifications include experience leading surveys, managing budgets and staff, public outreach, and the ability to perform physical field tasks and hold a valid driver’s license. • Hold a Master’s or PhD in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related field. • Possess at least five years of cultural resource management experience with Southwest/Arizona expertise. • Knowledge of Arizona permitting processes (ASM, SHPO) and federal permitting. • RPA certification or ability to obtain; strong technical writing and communication skills. • Proficiency with geospatial and archaeological software (ArcGIS, Collector, Trimble, etc.). • Ability to lift up to 50 lb, walk long distances on rugged terrain, and hold a valid driver’s license.

Requirements

• ▸phd
• ▸5+ years
• ▸arizona permitting
• ▸rpa
• ▸arcgis
• ▸driver's license

Benefits

Colliers Engineering & Design values its people and offers a safe, comfortable work environment with opportunities for career advancement and societal impact. Compensation includes company‑paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, disability and life insurance, a matched 401(k)/Roth, paid parental and military leave, and bonuses for referrals and professional licenses. Employees also receive resources for growth such as education reimbursement, an in‑house learning library, mentorship, wellness programs, and participation in philanthropic initiatives. • Company‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance plus disability and life coverage. • 401(k)/Roth plan with company match and paid parental, military, and other leave. • Bonuses for employee referrals and professional license acquisition. • Education reimbursement, free in‑house learning resources, mentorship, and wellness programs. • Inclusive culture with women’s organization, philanthropic opportunities, and support for work‑life balance.

Work Environment

Field