Position at Conservation Solutions, Inc.

Lead Conservator
Conservation Solutions, Inc.

We are seeking qualified candidates for the position of Lead
Conservator on a multi-year masonry conservation project with the
Government of Canada.  The Lead Conservator will join a team of 3
other conservators engaged in this extensive effort. The successful
candidate will be responsible for daily oversight and documentation
of the masonry conservation work over a period of several years on a
highly significant and historic structure in Ottawa, Canada. The
Lead Conservator will perform daily inspections, review submittals,
participate in project meetings, prepare reports, provide field
directions 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)
    or other internationally recognized conservation organization at
    a professional level

    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 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 and client?s approval of qualifications.

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.
<URL:https://conservationsolutionsinc.com> 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,
international 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. In addition to Ottawa, Canada we have offices in the
Washington, DC metro area and Santa Fe, NM, USA. Conservation
Solutions, Inc. provides an excellent salary and benefits package,
relocation assistance, 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 Lead
Conservator Position in the subject line.

    Kathrin Schlenzig
    Marketing and Business Development
    Conservation Solutions
    Washington, DC
    Santa Fe, NM
    Ottawa, ON, Canada
    866-895-2079
    Fax: 866-843-1774
    Mobile: 301-356-3669

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