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Project Manager/Architectural Historian

At WestLand Engineering and Environmental Services, a Trinity Consultants team, we are driven by purpose, innovation, and a shared commitment to the work that we do. As part of Trinity Consultants' Water and Ecology division, we tackle complex environmental challenges, blending expertise in environmental consulting, wetlands, cultural resources, GIS, landscape architecture, and engineering.

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WestLand is seeking a full-time Project Manager/Architectural Historian to join our West Cultural Resources team. The position may be based out of our regional offices (Portland, Seattle, Spokane, Salt Lake City, or Reno), remotely within the region, or hybrid. In addition to providing technical expertise in architectural history, history, and or historic preservation, you will also be tasked with helping oversee the completion of cultural resources, architectural history and history projects across the West. In addition to project management and technical oversight, client relations will also be key in this role. You will report to the WestLand West Cultural Resources Director.

What will I be doing?

• Serving as WestLand primary architectural historian on projects throughout the West region and nation-wide.
• Researching, leading fieldwork, and authoring reports and report sections focused on architectural history and history.
• Creating and developing proposals including establishing budgets, schedules, and applicable resources for architectural history and history efforts.
• Managing and coordinating architectural history and multi-disciplinary cultural resource projects including scheduling, managing budgets, leading teams, and liaising with clients on field survey and evaluation projects.
• Coordinating with state and federal agencies, and clients to ensure successful project results.
• Building relationships with current and future clients and teaming partners.

What qualifications are required for this role?

• A master's degree in Historic Preservation, Public History, Heritage Conservation, Architectural History, History, or a related field.
• Meeting the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards for Architectural History.
• At least five (5) years of experience on architectural history projects, preferably in the Western US.
• Excellence in conducting primary and secondary research, writing technical architectural history and history reports, and preparing interpretive materials
• In-depth understanding of local, state, and federal cultural resources laws and regulations.
• Expertise in applying relevant significance criteria to make eligibility recommendations for historic-age properties.
• Customer-focused approach to project management, including supporting clients through contentious projects and circumstances.
• Positive working relationships with State Historic Preservation Officers and agencies.
• Experience conducting and leading fieldwork in environments ranging from highly developed urban areas to remote rural properties, including in inclement weather.
• Commitment to ensuring field safety.
• Ability to multi-task and work with minimal supervision.

The salary range for this position is $105,000 - $120,000 annually.

What does WestLand offer you?

• Comprehensive benefits package: 9 paid holidays, healthcare benefits, PTO, and 401k matching for full-time employees. Flexible work schedules and remote/hybrid possibilities for most roles.
• Multidisciplinary environment: Unique, creative, and challenging projects where you can develop your vision of clientele and work with industry leaders daily.
• Success-oriented environment: Two-way mentorship, financial incentives to publish work, tuition reimbursement, and a career-path structure to help you reach the next steps in your career.
• Collaborative work environment: Clear and frequent communication, shared information and ideas across teams, and a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.

WestLand is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks.