Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist

ERM

. Lead and oversee archaeological studies and cultural resource projects from planning through completion .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $89,900 - $112,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading archaeological studies and cultural resource projects, with a strong focus on business development and client relationship management. Proficient in cultural resource permitting regulations and capable of managing multidisciplinary teams while ensuring project delivery within scope and budget.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Graduate Degree In Anthropology Or ArchaeologyCultural Resource Permitting RegulationsBusiness Development AbilitiesTechnical Report AuthoringTeam Leadership And Mentoring

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Hard Skills

Archaeological StudiesCultural Resource ManagementField SurveysData RecoveryTechnical Report WritingInventory And TestingRegulatory ComplianceProject ManagementResearch SkillsExcavation Techniques

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTeambuilding SkillsAttention To DetailInfluencing SkillsIntegrity

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office WordMicrosoft Office ExcelCultural Resource Databases

Certifications & Qualifications

Archaeological And Cultural Resource PermitsValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Environmental Impact AssessmentFederal And State RegulationsCultural HeritageEnergy-Related ProjectsClient Relationship Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and oversee archaeological studies and cultural resource projects from planning through completion
Serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients and regulatory stakeholders
Drive business growth by developing new opportunities and strengthening long-term client partnerships
Mentor and inspire teams of archaeologists and cultural resource professionals
Contribute to multidisciplinary projects integrating cultural resources into broader environmental and impact assessment programs
Oversee literature review, field reconnaissance, field surveys, and excavation
Provide technical consulting to grow ERM's archaeology and cultural heritage business and client base
Share multidisciplinary resources and best practices across ERM practice areas and offices
Represent ERM in communications and meetings with state, federal, and local agencies
Communicate regularly with clients by email and phone conferences
Oversee and manage subcontractors
Assist with preparing proposals
Manage multiple projects within scope, budget, schedule, and quality expectations
Lead, manage performance, hire and retain, inspire, and mentor technical team personnel
Expand ERM's profile and market share through technical excellence and business development
Partner with colleagues to deepen key client relationships and establish new relationships generating net revenue growth
Participate on teams of impact assessment professionals across ERM's global organization
Interact with State Historic Preservation Offices, federal agencies, and online cultural resource databases
Lead and supervise staff in an office setting and/or during fieldwork
Perform research and prepare technical reports
Potentially conduct fieldwork
Provide technical assistance throughout the United States while supporting regional project delivery and business development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a closely related field plus 8 or more years of related paid experience, or equivalent experience
Ability to carry research to completion
Ability to obtain archaeological and cultural resource permits
Experience completing inventory, survey, testing, and/or data recovery
Experience as primary author on agency-reviewed technical reports
Strong attention to detail in documentation of work
Proficiency in cultural resource permitting regulations, including FERC, USACE, and THC
Excellent communication and computer skills
Demonstrated business development abilities and ability to maintain long-term client relationships
Ability to manage and work within a team and independently
Ability to perform limited travel within the United States
Well-developed teambuilding and influencing skills, unquestioned integrity, and experience addressing client and business needs
Valid driver's license and/or ability to operate a company vehicle required
Demonstrated regional, high-level consulting experience
Familiarity with applicable federal, state, and municipal regulatory processes
Not eligible for immigration sponsorship
Preferred: experience interacting with regulatory agency personnel
Preferred: experience with energy-related projects and undertakings
Preferred: laboratory materials processing experience
Preferred: experience supervising personnel and direct reports
Preferred: strong oral and written communication skills
Preferred: strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus pay may be available at ERM's discretion
Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and floating holidays
Parental leave
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
AD&D insurance
401(k)