Assistant Vice President, Architectural Historian Greater Reno, NV Area

The Company is seeking an Assistant Vice President, Architectural Historian to provide strategic leadership and technical expertise in historic preservation and architectural history. Responsibilities include leading complex cultural resource projects, preparing and reviewing historic resource assessments and regulatory documentation, and ensuring technical quality and compliance. The role also oversees project planning, budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams; advises clients and coordinates with agencies and stakeholders; and supports business development, proposals, and practice growth. The successful candidate will mentor staff and collaborate with professionals across related disciplines to deliver integrated project solutions. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in architectural history, historic preservation, history, architecture, anthropology, or a related field, meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards for Architectural History, and bring at least 10 years of relevant experience. Required qualifications include expertise in historic preservation regulations, including Section 106, NEPA, CEQA, and National Register criteria, along with experience leading complex projects and managing teams, budgets, and schedules. Strong technical writing, analytical, communication, client management, and business development skills are essential, as is proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management tools. A master’s degree, relevant professional certification, and health and safety training are preferred.

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