Cultural Resources/Architectural Historian, Senior Project Manager

Dudek

. Partner with the Southeast Lead Archaeologist to build and grow the cultural resources practice .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $135,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in cultural resources management, federal permitting, and historic preservation, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and project leadership. Proficient in developing strategies, managing multidisciplinary teams, and delivering high-quality documentation and reports.

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Cultural Resources ManagementFederal PermittingHistoric Preservation Regulatory ComplianceTechnical WritingProject Management

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Hard Skills

Historic Context StudiesNRHP NominationsFinding of Effect DocumentationCultural Resources SurveysSection 106 ComplianceNEPA DocumentationMitigation Measures DevelopmentArchitectural HistoryRegulatory StrategiesBudget Management

Soft Skills

MentoringCommunicationRelationship BuildingNegotiationTeam Coordination

Tools & Technologies

GISMobile Data Collection ToolsSHPO Inventory Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s Degree in HistorySecretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards for Architectural History

Industry Keywords

Cultural ResourcesHistoric PreservationSoutheastern United StatesFederal AgenciesTransportation ProjectsEnergy ProjectsFHWAState DOTUSACEFERC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with the Southeast Lead Archaeologist to build and grow the cultural resources practice
Develop and track a shared growth strategy, including target clients, agencies, markets, and contract vehicles
Jointly pursue and deliver archaeology and built environment projects
Coordinate with planners, environmental staff, and cultural resources groups in other regions
Lead projects through Section 106, 36 CFR Part 800, Section 4(f), NEPA, and applicable state review laws
Assess effects on historic properties and prepare Finding of Effect documentation
Lead consultation with SHPOs, federal agencies, Tribes, local governments, and consulting parties
Negotiate and author Memoranda of Agreement and Programmatic Agreements
Develop mitigation measures including HABS/HAER/HALS documentation, historic context studies, NRHP nominations, interpretive materials, and public outreach
Advise clients and project teams on regulatory strategies for complex, multi-year projects
Oversee cultural resources surveys and evaluation of historic-era properties
Provide oversight for historic bridges, roadways, canals, railroads, historic districts, and mid-twentieth-century development
Apply the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties
Work with Southeastern state site files and SHPO inventory systems
Contribute to policies, guidance, and best practices for historic resources
Present findings at agency, public, and historic preservation board meetings
Lead research and writing for historic context statements and registration requirements
Prepare and oversee survey and evaluation reports, effects assessments, and cultural resources sections for NEPA documents
Review internal and external work products and maintain documentation, report, and data-management best practices
Mentor early- and mid-career staff and develop internal training
Identify staffing needs and recruit as the Southeast practice grows
Assume staff-supervision responsibilities as the Southeast team grows
Build relationships with agency, municipal, and private clients and develop new opportunities
Lead business development for cultural resources and built environment work in the Southeast
Prepare scopes of work, cost estimates, and proposal content
Manage projects and deliverables from initiation through completion
Manage budgets, schedules, client invoicing, project status, and staff billing
Communicate regularly with internal project managers and clients

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in history, architectural history, historic preservation, or a related field
20+ years of professional experience in federal permitting, cultural resources management, architectural history, or historic preservation regulatory compliance
Meets the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards for Architectural History
Ability to travel as needed
Valid driver’s license
Active personal automobile liability insurance by the first day of employment
Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check
U.S. work authorization required
Preferred: 25+ years of professional experience in cultural resources management, architectural history, and federal permitting in the Southeastern United States
Preferred: Experience working with multiple Southeastern SHPOs and their survey and reporting guidelines
Preferred: Experience with transportation, energy, or federal agency projects, such as FHWA/state DOT, USACE, or FERC projects
Preferred: Previous staff management experience
Preferred: Experience preparing NRHP nominations, Multiple Property Documentation Forms, or historic context studies
Preferred: Proficiency with GIS and mobile data collection tools
Preferred: Excellent technical writing and research skills, with experience providing senior-level review
Preferred: Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, including archaeologists, planners, and environmental staff

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% employee-owned firm
Equal employment opportunities and inclusive workplace commitment