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TERRACON

Architectural Historian

Macon, GA · On-site

Terracon is seeking an Architectural Historian to join the growing Cultural Resources Team in our ... This is a full-time position with a diverse team of professionals in our Environmental Planning ...

TERRACON

Architectural Historian

Macon, GA

Terracon is seeking an Architectural Historian to join the growing Cultural Resources Team in our ... This is a full-time position with a diverse team of professionals in our Environmental Planning ...

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Architectural Historian

Asheville, NC · On-site

Job Summary The Architectural Historian serves as the lead technical expert for historic ... Permanent; Full Time, Non Exempt Duty Station : Asheville NC Travel: Travel up to 75% (Travel ...

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Architectural Historian

TERRACON

Macon, GA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

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7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 119 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description


Terracon is seeking an Architectural Historian to join the growing Cultural Resources Team in our Macon, Georgia office. This is a full-time position with a diverse team of professionals in our Environmental Planning Division. The position will entail technical work for compliance-based preservation projects.
The successful candidate will be part of an interdisciplinary team including archaeologists, architectural historians, environmental scientists, and engineers. The qualified candidate must be able to write at a professional level and present ideas in a well-thought out and comprehensive manner. The preferred candidate will have strong technical writing capabilities and will enjoy a variety of working conditions ranging from research, to field efforts, to office analysis.
This is an excellent opportunity for an early career Architectural Historian or Historic Preservation Specialist with superior communication skills to excel in a team environment.
Responsibilities
  • Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
  • Be responsible for maintaining quality standards and meet deadlines on projects. This includes adherence to Terracon's quality processes and requirements for document quality control reviews.
  • Assist with preparing survey reports, resource/site forms, research designs, and other technical documents.
  • Assist with background and field research, data collection, inventory, analysis, and final report production.
  • Understanding of Georgia Environmental Review (GEPA or NEPA Section 106) compliance and reporting protocols.
  • Develop professional relationships with existing and prospective clients.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Cultural Resources or Environmental Department Group Manager.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in architectural history, Historic Preservation, Preservation Planning, History, or related discipline.
  • Demonstrated field related experience of 5 years.
  • Working knowledge of the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and NHPA Section 106 consultation process.
  • Demonstrated ability to write property descriptions, historical narratives, significance statements, and National Register justifications.
  • Must be available to travel out of town for work projects for up to two weeks at a time.
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
  • Candidate must provide research examples and writing examples.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in architectural history, Historic Preservation, Preservation Planning, History, or related discipline.
  • Demonstrated field related experience of 3-5 years.
  • Relevant experience with GDOT and/or Telecommunications Projects.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of documenting and evaluating historic structures in the southeastern US; HABS, HAER, HALS experience.

Required Certification:
  • Certification in field of expertise required.

Working Conditions:
  • Work is performed in the field at least 50% of the time and requires the ability to walk, stand, kneel, or bend for extended periods of time and in a variety of environments, including urban, rural, or wooded sites. Work requires the ability to carry field equipment and supplies long distances.
  • Successful candidate may assist archaeology team with field work or reporting.
  • Must be able to lift or assist in moving 50 lbs.
  • Fieldwork may be conducted during any time of the year and may occur in a variety of weather and climate conditions, as needed.
  • The position periodically requires long work hours and overnight trips for up to two (2) weeks at a time.

About Us
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
About the Team
Our national environmental team helps our clients do the right thing for their projects, and for our planet. Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field, office, or lab, we help guide clients through the steps and processes to address environmental challenges and move their projects forward as quickly, safely, and sustainably as possible. With services including site assessment, planning and permitting including cultural and natural resources, sustainability and resiliency, regulatory compliance, and industrial hygiene and safety, we're at the forefront of helping clients succeed and communities thrive.

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