• Archaeologist

    Universal Engineering Sciences (Knoxville, TN)


    Overview

     

    _At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com._

     

    At UES, we are experts in the areas of **environmental and earth sciences, sustainable infrastructure solutions, and geophysical technologies.** Our nationwide network of more than 4,000 engineers and technical professionals identify and solve complex engineering and construction challenges by providing specialized engineering, environmental, testing and inspection services. We strive to serve as trusted partners, providing our clients with innovative, technology-based solutions.

     

    **NOTE:** Relocation assistance is currently unavailable. Please indicate in the notes section if you are planning to or in the process of relocating to the work location.

    Responsibilities

    We are seeking an enthusiastic person to join our innovative, dynamic, and growth-oriented cultural resources team!

     

    UES is a full-service, nationwide environmental consulting firm with a growing and vibrant cultural resource practice. We prioritize a client-first approach grounded in responsible resource management. Our team enjoys a respectful and supportive work environment bolstered by collaborative relationships within our team and with our clients.

     

    UES is actively looking for our next highly valued team member- this position is for a full-time Project Archaeologist/Cultural Resource Consultant, based out of our Knoxville, Tennessee office. However, the expectations for office presence and the physical location of the qualified candidate are highly flexible.

     

    This career path position will share responsibilities across the Southeastern Region and beyond. This position offers hybrid or remote work options, with a strong emphasis on fieldwork- especially in Tennessee to start.

    Job Responsibilities:

    •Be responsible for the daily management of cultural resource (CR) tasks and projects, with Principal Investigator and Project Manager oversight

    •Direct fieldwork and supervise archaeological crews

    •Routinely write reports, complete forms, contribute to CR sections of environmental documents, assist with project proposals, etc.

    •Train temporary and permanent staff

    •Representing UES CR at meetings, conferences, or events

    •Be permitted/permittable across the various land management agencies (USFS, NPS, BLM, etc.)

    •Contribute to the CR team’s overall success and vision through teamwork, leadership, and collaboration

    Qualifications

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    Who We Are

    UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement** **here

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    **ID** _2025-2043_

    **Position Type** _Full-Time_

    **Location** _US-TN-Knoxville_

    **_Job Locations_** _US-TN-Knoxville_