Senior Consultant, Field Lead Archaeologist

ERM

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

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $79,300 - $99,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in archaeological investigations, compliance with cultural resource regulations, and technical report preparation. Proven ability to lead field efforts and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while supporting environmental permitting processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master's Degree In Anthropology3+ Years Of Professional ExperienceField Lead Experience In The SouthwestStrong Knowledge Of NHPA Section 106Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) Designation

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Hard Skills

Archaeological InvestigationsTechnical Report PreparationFieldwork ExecutionArchival ResearchData RecoveryConstruction MonitoringGPS ApplicationsGIS ApplicationsMapping ToolsCultural Resource Regulations

Soft Skills

CollaborationLeadershipCommunicationBusiness DevelopmentStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

GIS SoftwareMapping ToolsField Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA)

Industry Keywords

Cultural Resource ManagementEnvironmental ComplianceNHPABLMARPACultural Heritage Services

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
Deliver technical reports for federal, state, and local environmental decisions
Contribute to planning, logistics, and execution of projects
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 business development and growth in cultural heritage services
Perform fieldwork up to 75% of the time during peak field season, with remaining time on desktop and organizational activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field, or equivalent experience
3+ years of professional experience (4+ years preferred)
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
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
Must not require 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)
Bonus pay may be available at ERM’s discretion for eligible employees