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Historian - Architectural Historian
Requisition Number: 2024-1130-10
Are you passionate about preserving history and architecture and looking for a challenging opportunity with a firm committed to our employees and providing high-quality service to our clients? S&ME is looking for an eager and dedicated Historian - Architectural Historian to join our Environmental team in Charleston, South Carolina.
About the Role:
As a Historian - Architectural Historian, you will collaborate with project managers to conduct fieldwork and archival research, contributing to historical and architectural surveys and evaluations. You possess a solid understanding of American architectural styles and are well-versed in applying the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) criteria to assess historic resources. Additionally, you bring knowledge, interest, or experience in environmental and cultural resources compliance, supporting projects that protect and preserve our heritage.
- Research: Assist with historical research in local, state, and regional libraries, archives, and government offices.
- Historic Resource Surveys and Assessments: Conduct fieldwork for historic resource surveys may include site visits, site plan sketches, and related duties. Record activities may include conducting historic and archival research, developing historic and/or architectural contexts, and making National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) evaluations.
- Forms and Documentation: Assist with the preparation of historic property inventory forms, including statements of significance and architectural descriptions. Documenting historic properties potentially impacted by state or federal undertakings.
Salary range: $20 - $30 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
About You:
- You have a Bachelor's degree in history, historic preservation, architectural history, or a closely related field
- You have experience in historical research and writing, including being able to present clear, precise, analytical, and authoritative arguments. S&ME may request a writing sample from qualified candidates
- You can proficiently conduct architectural field surveys, complete state site forms, and utilize geographic information system software
- You are willing and able to regularly travel out of town, including overnight, for project work as necessary
About S&ME:
For over 50 years, S&ME has delivered innovative solutions in geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials, tackling our clients' toughest challenges. Our work creates lasting, positive impacts on communities nationwide.
We are a team of 1000 employee-owners across 10 states, valuing eagerness, passion, honesty, and hard work. As employee owners, we're all invested in each other's success and the success of S&ME. We prioritize an environment where employees can thrive both professionally and personally, ensuring that our collective drive for success starts with putting our employees first in everything from safety to opportunities.
Grow With Us:
S&ME provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, as well as career development resources. We promote a flexible work environment, empowering you and your manager to decide the best way to meet your professional and personal goals. Come grow and thrive with us at S&ME!
- Competitive Compensation
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
- 100% Employee Ownership (ESOP)
- 401K with Company Matching
- PTO with Rollover
- Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Credential Incentive Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Company Vehicle with Gas Card for Project-Based Work
- $2,000-5,000 Referral Bonuses
- & More!
If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients, join us!
This role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.
Salary : $20 - $30
