Archaeologist

Archaeologist

Belleville, IL 

BFW/Marcum is seeking a detail-oriented, knowledgeable, and field-savvy archaeologist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience conducting field surveys, excavations, artifact analysis, and will be responsible for writing technical reports and ensuring regulatory compliance with local, state, and federal historic preservation requirements.

The Bacon Farmer Workman and Marcum Engineering family of companies provides multi-disciplined, full-service engineering excellence through planning, design, and construction for Civil, Structural, Transportation, Mechanical, and Electrical projects of diverse complexities. With 190+ employees in eleven office locations, we are committed to offering excellence and exceptional service on every project.

BFW/Marcum is committed to building a culture where all employees feel welcomed, appreciated, and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our employees are uniquely talented and strive to be the best in their field. By nurturing the curiosity and talent of our employees, we provide them with the tools for success both personally and professionally, enabling each individual to determine the trajectory of their career.

Essential Job Functions:

• Lead/Conduct archaeological surveys, evaluations, and data recovery (Phases I–III)


• Conduct archival research, desktop reviews, site file checks, and develop cultural resource documentation


• Prepare Section 106 compliance reports for SHPOs, THPOs, and federal agencies


• Collaborate on NEPA-related environmental documentation (EAs, EISs)


• Support public engagement, grant applications, and interdisciplinary planning

Education/Experience:

• Master’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field (Ph.D. a plus).


• Minimum 3-5 years of field experience in conducting cultural resource surveys


• Proficiency with GPS and GIS mapping tools.


• Strong technical writing and research skills.


• Familiarity with state CRM guidelines (KY, MO, IL, IN, TN)


• Ability to travel for fieldwork and work in various environmental conditions.


• Valid driver’s license.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance


• Dental and Vision Coverage (employee coverage employer paid)


• Employer Paid Life Insurance of $50,000


• Additional Life Insurance is available for employees and dependents


• Short-Term Disability Insurance


• Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance


• Company Match 401 (k) program


• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)


• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)


• Paid Time Off


• Ten Paid Holidays

Job Type

• Full-time

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Applicant understands and acknowledges that if they are hired, they will be required to provide proof of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States and that federal immigration laws require me to complete an I-9 form for this purpose.

Bacon Farmer Workman Engineering & Testing, Inc. and Marcum Engineering LLC are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers, committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. This allows us to render services with exceptional quality, excellence, and commitment. All aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, assessments, training, career development, discipline, and discharge, are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions, lactation, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

Employees and applicants with disabilities are encouraged to inform the company’s HR department if they need a reasonable accommodation to perform a job for which they are otherwise qualified.