Principal Architectural Historian

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company,  is seeking qualified applicants to fill a full-time permanent Principal Architectural Historian position in our Northern Virginia office. The pay rate for this position is competitive and dependent on experience.

Responsibilities will include:

• Oversight and/or management of architectural projects including reconnaissance and evaluation surveys
• Planning and budgeting architectural history projects and preparing technical and cost proposals
• Coordination with local, state, and federal agency staff and clients under the direction of project managers
• Monitoring and ensuring work quality and adherence to schedule and budget for diverse architectural history projects from field survey to report production
• Researching, writing, compiling, and editing cultural resource management reports

Minimum qualifications include:

• An advanced degree in Architectural History, or a closely related field and at least three (3) year of experience as a Principal Architectural Historian
• Applied knowledge of federal, state, and local cultural resource laws and regulations
• Willingness to travel (per diem and lodging will be provided on projects more than approximately 90 miles from the office)
• Physical ability to perform rigorous fieldwork in all settings and weather conditions
• Possession of a valid driver’s license
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Experience/Qualifications:

• Experience and familiarity with architectural resources and cultural history of the Mid-Atlantic region
• Experience preparing National Register nominations and HABS/HAER/HALS documentation

What We Offer:*

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee Referral Bonus Program:  Send-A-Friend
• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees
• Charitable matching gift program

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

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