Senior Principal Investigator – Architectural Historian (Cincinnati) Exempt

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Senior Principal Investigator – Architectural Historian

Cincinnati, OH

Join Us in Preserving the Past and Shaping the Future!

Are you ready to take the next step in your career as a leader in the field of architectural history? Gray & Pape, a leader in the cultural resources management (CRM) industry, is looking for an experienced Senior Principal Investigator – Architectural Historian to join our dynamic team. This is your chance to contribute to meaningful projects that honor our history and impact our future while enjoying a supportive, flexible, and collaborative work environment.

Location Options:

Cincinnati, OH (preferred)
Indianapolis, IN
 

Why Choose Gray & Pape?

At Gray & Pape, we believe in fostering a workplace that values innovation, teamwork, and growth. With our hybrid work model—2 days in the office, 3 days remote—we offer the perfect balance of collaboration and autonomy. Your expertise will help us tackle engaging challenges in preservation while you enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to make a real difference.

What You’ll Do at Gray & Pape:

As a Senior Principal Investigator – Architectural Historian, you’ll lead and manage:

Historical research and architectural documentation projects.
National Register evaluations and CRM compliance efforts.
Client relationships and project execution, ensuring the highest professional standards.
Team supervision and mentoring, fostering the next generation of CRM leaders.
 

You’ll also have the chance to work on a variety of diverse projects and contribute to the development of market sectors and clients in our growing company.

What You Bring to Gray & Pape:

An MA/MS in Architectural History or a related discipline, meeting the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards.
10+ years of CRM consulting experience, including 5+ years directing architectural surveys.
Deep expertise in the National Register of Historic Places and Section 106 compliance.
Strong skills in fieldwork, photography (film and digital), GIS/GPS mapping, and client management.
Proven leadership in project management and effective communication.

Preferred: Experience with complex project budgets and scopes.
A strong background in Section 106 consultation and agreement documentation.
 

Travel:
Up to 30%, with occasional extended stays.

Benefits You’ll Love:

Salary range $75,000-$100,000.
Generous paid holidays, vacation, and PTO leave.
Comprehensive health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance.
A 401(k)-retirement plan to invest in your future.
 

Be part of a team that is passionate about history and dedicated to its preservation. If you’re looking for a career where your expertise matters and your contributions shape the field, this is your opportunity!

If you are interested in joining our team, please submit the following to Charity Kys, HR Director, at [email protected]. No phone calls, please.

·         Cover letter detailing expression of interest

·         Resume or CV

·         One writing sample (preferably as sole/primary author) from the past 3–5 years

This position is open until filled and qualified candidates may be interviewed immediately. Please visit us at https://www.graypape.com/our-company/careers/ to learn more.

Gray & Pape is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of respect and inclusion where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. Please contact HR to request an accommodation.

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