Archaeology Principal Investigator - Project Manager

Bolton & Menk, Inc.; Spencer (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bolton & Menk, Inc. seeks a Cultural Resource Project Manager in Iowa to lead archaeological surveys, site evaluations, and client relations while coordinating with agencies and teams. You will oversee multiple projects, manage scopes, and contribute to business development in a collaborative environment.

The role requires strong knowledge of Midwest resources, experience with regulations, and travel to field sites. A Master's or Bachelor's degree with relevant experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's in Anthropology and Archaeology with 2+ years of related experience.
• Or Bachelor's in Anthropology/Archaeology with 5+ years of related experience; supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Midwest prehistoric and historic periods and contexts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SOI-qualified Archaeological Principal Investigator for cultural resources projects.
• Coordinate research, surveys, excavations, and reporting with staff.
• Oversee construction monitoring and site documentation.
• Provide project management support to internal teams and clients.
• Develop scopes of work and budgets for cultural resource tasks.
• Write, review, and assess cultural resources reports.
• Review project invoices and expenses.
• Communicate with Federal, State, Local, and Tribal agencies.
• Build relationships with regulatory agencies and consulting parties.
• Facilitate negotiations on resource impacts and mitigation.
• Assist with environmental review documents and planning tasks.
• Travel to project sites and related locations.
• Support and lead cultural resources business development.

Skills

SOI-qualified API

Cultural Resource Management

Project management

Budgeting

Communication

USGS map reading

CAD

ArcPRO

QA/QC software

Driver's license

Education

Master's in Anthropology/Archaeology

Bachelor's in Anthropology/Archaeology

Tools

CAD

ArcPRO

QA/QC software

Job description

Bolton & Menk has an exciting opportunity for a Cultural Resource Project Manager to join our team in Iowa. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond.

We are looking for a Cultural Resource Project Manager who will help foster our mission that All People Should Live in Safe, Sustainable and Beautiful Communities! In this role, you will manage multiple projects, overseeing archaeological surveys and site evaluations, ensuring project planning and completion, maintaining client relationships, and serving as primary agency liaison.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Serve as SOI-qualified Archaeological Principal Investigator for cultural resources projects
• Coordinate cultural resources research, surveys, excavations, and reporting with project staff
• Oversee cultural resources construction monitoring, including coordination with crews, site documentation, material identification and report preparation
• Provide project management support for cultural resource services to internal teams and clients
• Develop scopes of work and budgets for cultural resource tasks
• Write, review, and assess cultural resources reports prior to submission
• Review project invoices and expenses
• Communicate and coordinate with Federal, State, Local, and Tribal agencies on project-specific matters
• Build and maintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies and consulting parties
• Facilitate negotiations regarding cultural resource impacts and mitigation strategies
• Assist with cultural resource management, environmental review documents, and planning tasks as needed
• Travel to project sites and related locations
• Support and lead cultural resources business development initiatives across company operations

What We Are Looking For:

• Education:
  • Master's degree in Anthropology and Archaeology with 2 or more years of related experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Anthropology and Archaeology, or closely related field required with 5 or more years of related experience; supervisory experience preferred
• Knowledge of Midwest prehistoric and historic periods, artifacts, architectural styles and contexts
• Experience following State and Federal cultural resource regulations, laws and executive orders and environmental review processes
• Ability to read and interpret USGS topographic maps, aerial imagery, plat maps and historic plans
• Strong communication, organizational, time management and critical thinking skills
• Detail-oriented with proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Working knowledge of CAD and QA/QC software and processes
• Experience with ArcPRO preferred
• Possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis, part-time basis or internship for any employer without restriction. Bolton & Menk does not provide visa sponsorship or immigration support for this position.

WHY BOLTON & MENK?

Bolton & Menk, Inc. specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions. Since 1949, we have been committed to improving quality of life through engineering excellence and client satisfaction. From advocating for our communities to designing their dreams to finding funding; we take pride in our work because we live in these same communities. Today, Bolton & Menk has more than 1,000 employees throughout more than 35 locations in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Colorado providing services to more than 400 communities and agencies. Learn more about our history here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/about-us/

OUR BENEFITS

At Bolton & Menk, we value our people and provide an exceptional Total Compensation and Benefits Package to protect our most valuable asset. We are committed to the well-being of our employees and their families. Perks of being a Bolton & Menk employee include peace of mind with our benefits package and competitive compensation plan, flexible schedules, and career development opportunities. Learn more here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/careers

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Bolton & Menk does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies in response to Bolton & Menk job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team.

It is our responsibility and privilege to embrace the diversity of people, thoughts, and experiences necessary to develop infrastructure systems that serve all people. Bolton & Menk, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affimative Action Employer including disability and vets.

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