This document summarizes the experience and qualifications of an archaeologist with over 10 years of experience conducting field work along the East Coast, Caribbean, and Midwest regions of the United States. The individual has demonstrated proficiency in archaeological field methods, lab work, and data analysis and is well-versed in Phase I, II, and III archaeological surveys. They have worked for several cultural resource management firms conducting surveys, testing, and data recovery and has experience navigating difficult terrain in various conditions.
More than 25 years of proven environmental consulting leadership through key roles with prominent global EPC companies and through long-term business ownership and operation. Demonstrated versatility leading professional teams on critical and highly visible projects for government agencies (e.g., DOD, EPA, various municipalities) and private sector clients (LADWP, Nextera, Solar Reserve, Aerojet General, Waste Management) – from concept to completion. Diverse background as a hydrogeologist, water resource scientist, solid waste/landfill specialist, and permitting and compliance specialist.
More than 25 years of proven environmental consulting leadership through key roles with prominent global EPC companies and through long-term business ownership and operation. Demonstrated versatility leading professional teams on critical and highly visible projects for government agencies (e.g., DOD, EPA, various municipalities) and private sector clients (LADWP, Nextera, Solar Reserve, Aerojet General, Waste Management) – from concept to completion. Diverse background as a hydrogeologist, water resource scientist, solid waste/landfill specialist, and permitting and compliance specialist.
1. Archaeologist (Cultural Resource Technician) 2010-2015
Experienced in East Coast, Caribbean, & Midwest Archaeology:
Demonstrated Proficiency in Archaeological Field Methods, Lab Procurement, and Data
Recovery. Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills. Experienced in Microsoft
Utilities and Apple OSX software. Background in Customer Service and Client Relations.
- Tested in Navigation/Orienteering, Pedestrian Survey, Mitigation, Site Delineation
- Schooled and rehearsed in Phase I, II, and III archaeological survey/site excavation
- Practiced in the analysis, documentation & recovery of Historic/Prehistoric Artifacts
- Successfully navigated diverse and difficult terrain in harsh conditions/environments
- Provided general consulting and mitigation for companies and institutions in
regards to the Cultural, Environmental, and Archaeological impact there of.
!Experience & Work History
Currently a Contracted Field/Survey Technician for various Cultural Resource Management
firms (Most Recent to Less Recent Listed Below) Note: Smaller firms/projects not listed see Vitae
!ARCHAEOLOGICAL FIELD TECHNICIAN, NEW SOUTH ASSOCIATES; COLUMBIA, SC — 2012 - PRESENT
- Contracted to Survey and test proposed GDOT Highway Expansion in Albany, Ga
- Commissioned as a Field Technician for large scale Phase I Fort Stuart
CULTURAL RESOURCE TECHNICIAN, TRC SOLUTIONS; COLUMBIA, SC-ATLANTA , GA — 2014 - PRESENT
- Participated in Cultural Survey for Sabal Trail pipeline in South Georgia and Ohio
ARCHAEOLOGY FIELD TECHNICIAN, SWCA ENVIRONMENTAL ; SHERIDAN, WY — 2014 - PRESENT
- Conducted post construction data recoveries Bureau of Land Management
CULTURAL RESOURCE TECH, CULTURAL RESOURCE ANALYSTS; RICHMOND, VA — 2011 - PRESENT
- Ascertained historical and archaeological relevance of various NE Phase I surveys
- Demonstrated Maritime/Underwater Archaeology methods for excavation.
- Surveyed skyline interference of proposed radio towers (balloon,visual testing)
ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEY TECH, COASTAL CAROLINA RSCH. CCRG; TARBORO, NC — 2012 - PRESENT
- Assessed and field tested multiple historical and prehistoric land area around
proposed highway systems/utility corridors (included Phase I & Phase II testing)!Education
Fork Union Military Academy — Fork Union, Virginia — 2000-2004
- Attained the Advanced College Preparatory Diploma & NHS representative
- Achieved the assigned status of Cadet Staff Officer to the Corps (JROTC)
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) — Richmond, Virginia — 2005-2008
- Obtained a Bachelor Degree of Humanities and Sciences in Sociology with a
Minor Concentration in Anthropology (Completed Study Abroad w/ Dr. Bernard Moitt)
Longwood University — Farmville, Va — Completed Field School w/ Dr Bryan Bates — 2005-2006
David T Coleman
(434) 238 3781 dcoleman.12986@gmail.com 105 Amaya Dr Lynchburg Va