CRA Seeking Director of Operations for Richmond, Virginia, Office

Summary

Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc (CRA) is seeking a Director of Operations for our Richmond, Virginia office. The Director of Operations performs marketing, client retention, proposal and budget construction, project staffing and management, and report preparation. The Director is responsible for overseeing day-to-day office administration and operational functions under the direction and supervision of the CEO, Vice President of Operations.

RPA certification is preferred for this position.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, in accordance with state and federal law requirements. Essential functions include:

• Primary point of contact with clients and regulatory agencies. Represents the company during meetings with clients and regulatory agencies.

• Works directly with clients to establish project/contract parameters and to maintain excellent client relations.

• Prepares and negotiates proposals, work plans, scopes of work, man-hour estimates and project budgets.

• Responsible for project scheduling and personnel assignments.

• Coordinates projects with CEO, senior marketing executive, and senior management staff.

• Works closely with individual Project Directors and/or Principal Investigators to ensure adherence to project schedule, work plan, safety and budget.

• Provides technical assistance to project supervisors and field and laboratory staff: including field and laboratory methods and theory; and the description, analysis, interpretation, and evaluation of data.

• Reviews reports to ensure technical accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.

• Has the authority to employ the use of independent judgment to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, and discipline other employees, and the responsibility to direct them, adjust their grievances, and/or to effectively recommend such action in the interests of CRA.

• Works with the CEO and others at CRA in marketing and soliciting of new business.

• Provides oversight of company’s health and safety, and OSHA compliance program.

Required Education and Experience

Must have at least 15 years’ experience in respective field. Must have at least 10 years of cultural resource contracting experience as a project supervisor and/or principal investigator.

Skills/Qualifications

Must have good written and verbal communication skills.  Must have excellent technical writing skills.  Must have good personal computer skills, being proficient in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and cad applications.  Must have excellent knowledge of relevant historic preservation legislation and regulations.  Must have a valid driver’s license and pass a background check. 

Supervisory Responsibilities

Responsible for supervising Project Archaeologists, Staff Archaeologists, and Field Technicians. 

Work Environment

This position requires that the employee work both outdoors and indoors as necessary. Outdoor work may include long continuous periods of fieldwork where exposure to extreme weather elements, dirt and dust, unpleasant smells, and/or loud noises are possible. Fieldwork is conducted year-round including hot, humid summers and cold winters.  All weather conditions/elements may be encountered. In the laboratory and office, the employee may process and analyze artifacts, conduct data entry, conduct research, and write reports.          

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.   

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate and converse with employees, maintain a stationary position (standing and sitting), move/traverse, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms for extended periods of time. The worker may be required to operate in close quarters, crawl spaces, small rooms, and narrow aisles and passageways.

• Must be able to stoop, bend, lift heavy objects, and do general manual labor such as digging, sifting and moving wheelbarrows of dirt from one location to another.  Must be able to work 10–12-hour days when necessary and walk/hike with field pack in rough terrain and variable weather conditions.          

• In order to effectively perform the essential functions of this role, the employee will be required to meet the physical demands of the field, which may include performing work in rough terrain; digging shovel or auger probes and excavation units; taking notes and recording resources; carrying the necessary field equipment; and other physical duties as directed by your supervisor.

• This position requires the ability to stand to lift boxes of up to 50 pounds and possess the visual acuity required to accurately observe and describe archaeological sites, features, and artifacts.

Position Type

This is a full-time position.  Days of work are generally Monday thru Friday, but the timing of work is flexible based on the need.  Evening, night, and weekend work may be required as duties demand.

 Affirmative Action (AAP/EEO Statement)

CRA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Application

Applicants should submit a letter of interest, CV, and references to:

Charles M. Niquette, President/CEO

Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc.

151 Walton Avenue

Lexington, Kentucky 40508

Office:  859-252-4737

Direct: 859-618-9738

Cell: 859-221-5905

Fax: 859-254-3747

cmniquette@crai-ky.com

http://www.crai-ky.com

Terracon is seeking a full-time Senior Archaeologist (Senior Staff Scientist) in our Columbia, South Carolina office.  The successful candidate must possess a master’s degree or above, meet the Secretary of Interior Standards for an Archaeologist, and have at least five years of supervisory experience in the Eastern U.S.

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in: Environmental, Facilities, Geotechnical, and Engineering Services.

Over its history, Terracon has achieved significant expansion through both internal growth and acquisitions. Terracon currently has more than 5,000 employees in 150 offices nationwide. Terracon’s growth is due to dedicated employee owners who are responsive to clients, provide quality services, and take advantage of opportunities in the marketplace. By combining our national resources with specific local area expertise, we consistently overcome obstacles and deliver the results our clients expect.

As a Senior Archaeologist/Principal Investigator with Terracon, you will be responsible for conducting archaeological field evaluations; overseeing laboratory analysis; consulting with state and federal agencies, tribal groups, and other stakeholders; performing National Register evaluations for archaeological sites; completing site forms; preparing reports; and other duties, as necessary. This position may also require assistance with preparing other environmental consulting projects as assigned. Must be able to work in physically demanding field conditions. Frequent overnight travel will be required.

Essential Functions and Duties: 

• Will conduct site visits and make National Register recommendations.
• Will serve as team leader on projects and help train junior level staff.
• Will be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects assigned.
• Performs work that involves conventional practice but may include a variety of complex features.
• May serve as team member or lead in meetings and communications with client pertaining to specific projects/tasks.
• Planning, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating all phases of work.
• Evaluate laboratory and field data and assemble in written reports.
• In accordance with company procedures, approves or prepares reports for relatively complex projects, making appropriate recommendations as necessary.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree or above.
• Minimum of five years of supervisory experience in the Eastern U.S.
• Secretary of Interior qualified as an Archaeologist.
• RPA preferred.

Terracon offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Please apply online at http://www.terracon.com/careers/.

Requisition Number 16560BR

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

Terracon is seeking a full-time Crew Chief (Field Scientist) in our Columbia, South Carolina office, primarily to work on telecommunications projects. The successful candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree or above and have at least one year of experience in the eastern U.S. conducting fieldwork, analyzing prehistoric and historic artifacts, and writing simple reports.

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in: Environmental, Facilities, Geotechnical, and Engineering Services.

Over its history, Terracon has achieved significant expansion through both internal growth and acquisitions. Terracon currently has more than 5,000 employees in 150 offices nationwide. Terracon’s growth is due to dedicated employee owners who are responsive to clients, provide quality services, and take advantage of opportunities in the marketplace. By combining our national resources with specific local area expertise, we consistently overcome obstacles and deliver the results our clients expect.

Primary Responsibilities:

The successful candidate for this position will primarily be responsible conducting fieldwork and report writing for small projects, especially telecommunications projects. This position may also require assisting more senior level archaeologists and architectural historians with other cultural resource projects, preparing NEPA and Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), and other environmental consulting projects as assigned. Must be able to work in physically demanding field conditions. Frequent overnight travel will be required.

Essential Functions and Duties: 

• Using prescribed methods, performs specific and limited portions of cultural resource assignments.  May work in the office, laboratory, or in the field.
• Applies standard practices and techniques in specific situations, adjusts and correlates data, recognizes discrepancies in results and follows operations through a series of related steps or processes.
• Performs other office, laboratory, or field studies that may be assigned by more senior level professional staff or the Office Manager.

Terracon offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Requirements:

• B.A./B.S. degree or above.
• Minimum of one year of archaeological experience in the Eastern U.S.
• Must be willing to travel as needed.
• Certification with the Register of Professional Archaeologists (or able to be certified within 6 mos.)

Please apply online at http://www.terracon.com/careers/.

Requisition Number: 16558BR

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

Terracon is seeking a full-time Archaeologist (Staff Scientist) in our Columbia, South Carolina office.  The successful candidate must possess a master’s degree or above, meet the Secretary of Interior Standards for an Archaeologist, and have at least two years of experience in the Eastern U.S.

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in: Environmental, Facilities, Geotechnical, and Engineering Services.

Over its history, Terracon has achieved significant expansion through both internal growth and acquisitions. Terracon currently has more than 5,000 employees in 150 offices nationwide. Terracon’s growth is due to dedicated employee owners who are responsive to clients, provide quality services, and take advantage of opportunities in the marketplace. By combining our national resources with specific local area expertise, we consistently overcome obstacles and deliver the results our clients expect.

As an Archaeologist with Terracon, you will be responsible for conducting archaeological field evaluations; conducting laboratory analysis; consulting with state and federal agencies, tribal groups, and other stakeholders; performing National Register evaluations for archaeological sites; completing site forms; preparing reports; and other duties, as necessary. This position may also require assistance with preparing other environmental consulting projects as assigned. Must be able to work in physically demanding field conditions. Frequent overnight travel will be required.

Essential Functions and Duties: 

• May conduct site testing and make National Register recommendations
• May serve as team leader on projects and help train junior level staff.
• May assist more senior level Scientists on larger, more complex projects.
• Performs work that involves conventional practice but may include a variety of complex features.
• Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection and/or field assignments.
• May serve as team member or lead in meetings and communications with client pertaining to specific projects/tasks.
• Implements technical requirements to complete client projects by directing and supervising field staff to sample, test, and collect data and/or document on-site activities at various client sites.
• Evaluates laboratory and field data and assembles in written reports.
• In accordance with company procedures, approves or prepares reports for relatively complex projects, making appropriate recommendations as necessary.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree or above
• Minimum of two years of experience in the Eastern U.S.
• Secretary of Interior qualified as an Archaeologist.
• Certification by the Register of Professional Archaeologists (or the ability to be certified within 6 mos.)

Terracon offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Please apply online at http://www.terracon.com/careers/.

Requisition Number 16559BR

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.