Your Opportunity Stantec is seeking a motivated and dynamic early career Architectural Historian to support our National Cultural Resources Team. The qualified candidate will work in close coordination with our diverse, professional team of historians and with Senior Project Managers on a range of architectural history projects and cultural resource documentation projects. This position works in both field and office settings. This position is for our Harrisburg, PA or Hampton Roads, VA offices with regular travel to project sites nationally. Fieldwork may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather, urban and remote locations, summer heat, winter cold, rough terrain; as well as bending, stooping, carrying field equipment, standing, and walking for extended periods of time. Your Key Responsibilities - Conduct background research and archival research online and at libraries and repositories - Develop historic contexts and contextual analysis; prepare inventory forms and technical reports; assist with recommendations regarding eligibility under the National Register of Historic Places; and assist with report preparation (e.g., historic resources survey reports, historic context statements, and National Register eligibility evaluations) - Coordinate with the team to ensure quality of data, perform field work, and produce documentation (e.g., written architectural descriptions and determinations of eligibility) - Conduct built environment and historic architectural fieldwork on a regular basis, including photographing resources, and using mobile tablet for data collection; out-of-town travel and some overnights can be expected - Projects will vary in size, scope, and complexity and will be conducted in close coordination and under the supervision of senior-level staff - Ability to complete physically demanding tasks in urban and rural settings; hot and cold climates; wet and dry weather; and including walking, hiking, and field navigation - Qualified applicants should be able to demonstrate commitment to growth in areas of importance to our work, including good judgement, technical skills, and communication skills. - The preferred candidate should also demonstrate a desire for growth and new skill development. Your Capabilities and Credentials - Must have demonstrated strong technical writing, verbal communication, and research skills - Must have excellent organization and coordination skills - Must be able to work independently as well as part of an interdisciplinary team with other cultural resource and environmental professionals - Must be willing to travel to meet project needs - Requires valid driver's license and good driving record - Knowledge of Section 106 of National Historic Preservation Act preferred - Knowledge of the National Register of Historic Places and the Secretary of Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties preferred - Fluency using Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) as well as Adobe Acrobat - Working knowledge of mapping; must be able to read a map and utilize a fairly simple map application on a tablet or cell phone Education and Experience - Bachelor’s degree in Historic Preservation, Public History, or History - One to a minimum five years of professional experience preferred; open to candidates with less than one-year applicable experience The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience and work location. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best #StayInquisitive **Pay Transparency:** In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. **Benefits Summary:** Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law). Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements **Primary Location:** United States | PA | Harrisburg **Organization:** 2374 EnvSvcs-US Government Services-New Cumberland PA **Employee Status:** Regular **Travel:** Yes **Schedule:** Full time **Job Posting:** 22/09/2025 02:09:35 **Req ID:** 1002367 #additional Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.