Architectural Historian On-Call

Description

Your role at GEI.

GEI is looking for an on-call Architectural Historian who will work under the supervision of a Senior Architectural Historian/Historian and will assist with research, fieldwork, and report writing for architectural history projects.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

- Conduct architectural monitoring at construction site.

- Conduct archival research at local, state, and regional repositories.

- Participate in built environment surveys, evaluations for the National Register of Historic Places and/or California Register of Historical Resources, and mitigation.

- Prepare cultural resources reports in support of Section 106 compliance.

- Prepare CEQA and NEPA cultural resources sections.

- This position has a field component; travel and some overnight travel are required.

Minimum Qualifications

- Graduate degree in History, Historic Architecture, Historic Preservation, or closely related field, with coursework in American architectural history; or a bachelor's degree in architectural history, art history, historic preservation, or closely related field plus one of the following: 1. At least two years of full-time experience in research, writing, or teaching in American architectural history or restoration architecture with an academic institution, historical organization or agency, museum, or other professional institution; or 2. Substantial contribution through research and publication to the body of scholarly knowledge in the field of American architectural history.

- Two years of professional experience.

- Working knowledge and experience with National Register of Historic Places eligibility recommendations as well as with other applicable state and local regulations.

- Experience conducting primary and secondary research at repositories

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and experience independently preparing complex technical documents for various cultural resources projects.

- Willingness and ability to follow directions, stay on task, and be mindful of project budget and schedule

- Willingness and ability to travel on short-term assignments as needed.

- Willingness and ability to perform field tasks.

- Valid U.S. driver’s license.

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

- Market-Competitive Compensation

- Pay Range For This Position: $30.00-40.00/hour

- Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement

- Rewards and Recognition

- A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

- For Some Positions, Hybrid Work Schedules Are Available

- And More…

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

x

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent (33-66% of day)

Continuous (67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting

X (4+ hours)

Standing

X (1-2 hours)

Walking

X (1-2 hours)

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

(0-25 lbs)

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

(0-25 lbs)

Carrying objects

X

Push/pull

X

Twisting

X

Bending

X

Reaching forward

X

Reaching overhead

X

Squat/kneel/crawl

X

Wrist position deviation

X

Pinching/fine motor skills

X

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X (4+ hours)

Taste or smell

X

Talk or hear

X

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

Color Discrimination

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

X

Chemical

X

Airborne communicable diseases

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

Extreme noise levels

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.