Position at Conservation Solutions, Inc.

Lead Conservator
Conservation Solutions, Inc.

The current position will require relocation to Ottawa, Canada for
the purposes of a multi-year masonry conservation project with the
Government of Canada.  The Lead Conservator will be primarily
responsible for daily oversight and documentation of the masonry
conservation work over a period of several years.  This will include
providing appropriate direction and guidance when questions arise.
The Lead Conservator will also review applicable submittals,
participate in project meetings, and be responsible for all aspects
of project management and administration.

Minimum Requirements

    Minimum five (5) years demonstrated experience in the
    conservation of historic masonry structures.  Be able to furnish
    references who can attest to satisfactory performance of work
    during this period.

    Member in good standing of the American Institute for
    Conservation (Professional Associate or Fellow level preferred)

    Degree from an accredited university in the field of
    architectural conservation with a demonstrated specialty in
    stone conservation

    Demonstrated superior experience in the field of masonry;
    apprenticeship and/or training

    Ability to relocate to Ottawa, Canada on a permanent basis for a
    minimum of 3 years

    Employment is contingent upon the ability to pass an
    investigative background check in order to obtain a security
    clearance

Specific Responsibilities include:

    Conservation Oversight

    Quality control management and oversight of masonry conservation
    team and technicians to ensure consistent quality standards

    Consultation with the client and masons on any conservation
    question

    "Hands-on" implementation of conservation treatments as needed

    Project documentation (annotated field notes, progress and final
    treatment reports, photo-documentation) and submittals to the
    client, according to project specifications and requirements

    Project Administration

    Project related communications with the client and other vested
    parties throughout

    Logistics and materials sourcing, planning, and ordering

    Coordination of work schedules and staffing

    Billing coordination

    Preparation of schedules of values? (SOVs)

    Management of sub-contractors

    Change order management

    Communications and coordination with the US-based CSI staff

    Maintenance of on-site project files (both hardcopy and
    electronic)

Conservation Solutions, Inc. is a woman-owned small business, made
up of a team of dedicated and experienced conservators, project
managers, and administrators.  Since its establishment in 1999, CSI
has developed into a leading, nationwide, conservation firm focusing
on the treatment, assessment, and testing of significant works of
art, architecture and artifacts. We provide expert advice on all
aspects of conservation, and offer a broad range of
preservation-related services, including condition assessment,
testing and analysis, treatment design, specifications development,
implementation and documentation. We have offices in the Washington,
DC metro area and Santa Fe, NM. The current position is located in
our Washington Metro office. Conservation Solutions, Inc. provides
an excellent salary and benefits package, and a broad variety of
continuous training opportunities to ensure ongoing professional
growth.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, references and salary
requirements to info<-at->conservationsolutionsinc<.>com using "CSI
Conservator Position" in the subject line.


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