Architectural Historian

Role Overview

Timmons Group’s cultural resources team in Richmond, Virginia is hiring a full-time Architectural Historian through Dutton + Associates, a Timmons Group company. This role focuses on researching and evaluating historic buildings, structures, landscapes, and other related property types. The position works closely with colleagues across the architectural history and cultural resources teams to help deliver project objectives and compliance documentation. Regional overnight travel should be expected.

Applicants must include at least two writing samples along with a resume.

Key Duties

• Carry out historical field surveys and prepare thorough architectural and historical documentation.
• Compile site file forms, maps, and photo documentation for historic resources.
• Judge the importance of historic properties using accepted standards, including National Register criteria.
• Review how projects may affect historic resources under Section 106 requirements of the National Historic Preservation Act.
• Complete archival research when needed to support project work.
• Handle additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• A master’s degree (M.A. or M.S.) in Architectural History, Historic Preservation, or a closely related discipline from an accredited program is required.
• Preferably at least 5 years of experience in Cultural Resource Management.
• Must meet or surpass the Secretary of the Interior standards for Architectural History.
• Advanced working knowledge of ArcGIS is required.
• Strong command of architectural styles, construction methods, and the historical background of buildings and landscapes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with teammates, clients, and the public.
• Ability to juggle multiple assignments while meeting deadlines and budget expectations.
• Experience researching historic land records.
• Capable of working independently and also contributing effectively in a team setting.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Comfortable reading and navigating maps.

Compensation

The estimated pay range for this role is $60,000 to $80,000 per year. Final offers may vary based on relevant factors such as experience, education, skills, credentials, internal equity, and the complexity of the role.

Additional Information

The listed qualifications reflect the knowledge, skills, and abilities typically needed for the job. Reasonable accommodations may be available to help qualified individuals with disabilities perform the essential functions of the role.

The company is seeking energetic, creative, adaptable, patient, self-directed professionals who can thrive in a fast-moving environment and align with the organization’s vision, mission, and shared values.

Timmons Group is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Timmons Group is a full-service engineering and technology firm with a national reputation, multiple offices across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, and services spanning civil engineering, environmental consulting, economic development, GIS/geospatial technology, landscape architecture, and surveying. The company has been recognized among ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms for more than 30 years and emphasizes career development, strong resources, modern technology, and an engaging workplace culture.