Overview: Universal Engineering Sciences (UES) has an opening in our Environmental Department. UES is a nationwide leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope.
Summary This key position is minimally responsible for managing the cultural resource components of projects that have been assigned to them from creation to completion. This includes conducting preliminary research on projects, overseeing fieldwork and lab work, and producing final cultural resource reports. The ideal candidate is a reliable, trustworthy individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment where collaboration and autonomy are valued. As the nation's fastest growing A/E/C firm, UES strives to provide our clients with industry-leading cultural resources services. Our team is looking for a client-focused doer/seller with demonstrated experience in Florida and a desire to collaborate on projects nationwide. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Physical Demands & Work Environment • Lifting and/or occasionally moving up to thirty-five pounds can be expected, with or without reasonable accommodation. • Required to drive, stand, walk, use hands to type, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; talk and hear. Body motions and movements include bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, pulling, kneeling, lifting, carrying, and pushing, with or without reasonable accommodation. • Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment and in the field. • Fieldwork may involve exposure to various environmental conditions, including outdoor work in different weather conditions and potentially remote or challenging locations. • This is not a remote position. This role will be based on the selected job posting location.
\n Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Be responsible for the daily management of cultural resource (CR) tasks and projects, with Principal Investigator and multidisciplinary Project Manager oversightFieldwork and supervision of junior field personnelWriting reports, completing forms, contributing to CR sections of environmental documents, assisting with project proposals Training of temporary and permanent staff, representing UES CR at meetings, conferences, or eventsUnderstands and interpret contracts and invoices. Handles special client requests regarding typing and billingFollows safety proceduresDesire and aptitude for growth Required Qualifications:Valid Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving record (in accordance with our Driver's License and Motor Vehicle Record Check Criteria)Ability to pass a background check screening in accordance with Florida's Jessica Lunsford Act (or equivalent state classification)One to three years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.Ability to read and write, including interpreting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, as well as writing routine reports and correspondence and speaking effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and customers/clients. Two years of full-time professional experience or equivalent specialized training in cultural resource managementOne year of field and analytic experience in the archaeology of Eastern U.S.Comprehensive understanding of cultural field methods and the ability and enthusiasm to share this knowledge with less experienced archaeologistsFamiliarity with the prehistory and history of the central Gulf Coast (preferred) or adjacent areas of the Eastern U.S. Strong writing skills and the willingness to further develop those skillsUnderstanding of federal, state, and municipal preservation laws and regulations (particularly Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act) and how these are implemented at the project levelLeadership skills and a professional, approachable, and collaborative demeanorFluency in digital data collection and field data managementAbility to work outdoors in inclement weather and challenging physical environments Reasoning ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram form. Preferred Qualifications:Graduate degree in anthropologyInterest in business development
\nWho We Are: UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members, from our drillers to administrative staff, contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope, we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people, which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level.
Growing in Excellence As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group's Hot Firm list in 2021, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a one-man operation to a company spanning 73 branches and 3,500 employees, we're looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us.
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