Field Lead, Archaeologist

ERM

. Lead and contribute to Class I, II, and III archaeological investigations .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $79,300 - $99,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading archaeological investigations and compliance with cultural resource regulations, particularly NHPA Section 106. Proficient in conducting fieldwork, preparing technical reports, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

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Master’s Degree In AnthropologyField Lead Experience In The SouthwestKnowledge Of NHPA Section 106Experience With GPS And GIS ApplicationsRegistered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) Designation

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Hard Skills

Archaeological InvestigationsTechnical Report PreparationData RecoveryArchival ResearchFieldwork LeadershipCultural Resource ComplianceConstruction MonitoringArtifact AnalysisExcavation TechniquesEnvironmental Permitting

Soft Skills

CollaborationClient InteractionStakeholder EngagementProject PlanningTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

GPS ApplicationsGIS ApplicationsMapping Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA)

Industry Keywords

Cultural Resource ManagementNHPABLMARPACultural HeritageEnvironmental ComplianceHistoric StructuresPrehistoric ArtifactsTechnical ReportsField Surveys

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

RPA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and contribute to Class I, II, and III archaeological investigations
Support compliance with Section 106 of the NHPA and NRHP eligibility evaluations
Conduct archaeological surveys, testing, data recovery, and construction monitoring
Prepare technical report sections for cultural resource investigations and environmental documents
Perform archival and desktop research
Collaborate with SHPO, BLM, and other regulatory agencies
Support environmental permitting and compliance processes
Partner with planners, biologists, GIS specialists, engineers, and other cross-functional teams
Represent ERM in client, stakeholder, and agency interactions
Contribute to cultural heritage business development and growth
Contribute to project planning, logistics, and execution

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field plus 3+ years of professional experience
Demonstrated experience as a Field Lead in the Southwest
Eligibility to be listed on BLM, ARPA, and applicable state cultural resource permits
Strong knowledge of Arizona federal, state, and local cultural resource regulations, including NHPA Section 106
Experience authoring or co-authoring agency-reviewed technical reports
Ability to lead field efforts independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team
Ability and willingness to travel to field sites in the United States
Fieldwork may be required up to 75% of the time during peak field season
Ability to walk up to 10 miles per day in varying terrain and adverse conditions
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and excavate shovel tests
Experience with GPS, GIS applications, and mapping tools
Valid driver's license and/or ability to operate a company vehicle
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship
Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) designation preferred
Knowledge of prehistoric and historic artifact assemblages preferred
Experience with historic structures preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off (vacation, sick, and floating holidays)
Parental leave
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
AD&D insurance
401(k)
Potential bonus pay for eligible employees