Mid-Level Architectural Historian

Mid-Level Architectural Historian

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Stantec is seeking a motivated and dynamic mid-level architectural historian to support our Cultural Resources Team and clients located in the Upper-Midwest region. The qualified candidate will work in close coordination with our professional team and with Senior Project Management in a range of architectural history projects. Projects undertaken by the candidate will vary in size, scope, and complexity for a variety of clients. Work will be conducted in close coordination and under the supervision of senior-level staff. This is a hybrid position with regular travel to project sites. The candidate must reside in Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, or South Dakota.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Conduct background research, built environment field work, developing contextual analysis, making recommendations of NRHP eligibility, and report preparation
• Assist with finalizing complex architectural history projects with a team of junior-level architectural historians
• Assist senior-level staff with scoping and managing projects
• Mentor junior-level staff
• Coordinate with other Stantec staff to ensure the quality of data, field work, and documentation
• Assist with regional business development

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Experience mentoring junior-level staff helpful, but can be learned on the job
• Experience managing project budgets and scoping historic architectural projects preferred, but can be learned on the job
• Extensive knowledge and experience working with Section 106 of National Historic Preservation Act, including working through all steps of the 106 review process (initiate, identify, assess effects, and resolve adverse effects)
• Experience producing nominations to the National Register of Historic Places is preferred, but can be learned on the job
• Experience interpreting the Secretary of Interiors Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties
• Experience writing and producing Section 106-related technical reports; strong writing and research skills
• Fluency using Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) as well as Adobe Acrobat
• Working knowledge of mapping and ARCGIS-related programs
• Ability to travel regionally for project work
• Ability to complete physically demanding tasks in urban and rural settings and/or hot and dry climates, including walking, hiking, and field navigating
• Must have a valid drivers license with a good driving record

Education and Experience

• Masters degree in Historic Preservation, Public History, History, or closely related field
• Eight or more years of professional experience preferred

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Please Note that selected candidates will be required to pass a drug screen, motor vehicle record and background check.

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