Archaeology Program Manager

ICF Olson; Nevada; Hybrid; USD 144,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401k matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Volunteer opportunities

Donation matching

Professional development

Job summary

ICF is seeking a Regional Archaeology Program Manager to lead CRM efforts across the Mountain West, with flexible remote options. This role will shape technical approaches, manage complex environmental compliance projects, and drive business development within cultural resources.

You will mentor staff, partner with regional leads, and help build a robust CRM practice in the Mountain West. The role requires 15+ years in cultural resources, 10+ years in project management, and strong leadership,

Qualifications

• Master’s in Anthropology or related field.
• 15+ years of professional experience in cultural resources management.
• 10+ years of experience in project management.
• 5+ years of experience supervising technical staff in cultural resources management.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level leadership in the archaeology discipline, including technical approach development, task delegation, and QA/QC for reports or documents.
• Manage projects related to environmental compliance and resource management, including client contact, budget control, invoicing, schedule, personnel allocation/planning, public interest facilitation, technical approach development, and subcontractor involvement.
• Oversee or conduct projects that evaluate resources for National Register of Historic Places and various state registers in the region, develop resource management recommendations, assess project effects on resources, and provide high level support to address complex resource challenges that require advanced technical or regulatory knowledge.
• Lead business development efforts within subject matter expertise, participation in events and conferences, and outreach to teaming partners.
• Collaborate with other ICF discipline leads to form BD strategies and pursue multi-disciplinary opportunities
• Recruit, supervise, and mentor staff; collaborate with other ICF regional leads to ensure that the Cultural Resources practice maintains a robust and varied blend of capabilities.

Skills

Leadership

BD

Mentoring

Education

Master’s in Anthropology or related field

Job description

Regional Archaeology Program Manager

Location: Mountain West Remote (CO, UT, AZ, NV, NM, WY)

ICF continues growing our Environmental Planning services in the Great Basin and Mountain West regions and is seeking a Regional Archaeology Program Manager to join our national leadership team for the Cultural Resources Management (CRM) service area and to serve as a regional lead for CRM services. The successful candidate will provide regional leadership in a dynamic, fast-paced environment on some of the region’s most influential and complex environmental compliance projects. Working in tandem with leadership for ICF’s Environment & Planning Division and CRM service area, the Regional Archaeology Program Manager will set the vision and drive growth for ICF’s CRM practice in the Mountain West and help the team strive toward that vision on current projects, future pipeline, and as an active leader in the Mountain West cultural resources community. The ideal candidate will have a balance of experience in the archaeology of the Great Basin and/or Mountain West region and regulatory compliance, project and personnel management, and business development. This position is based in the Mountain West region with the option to work remotely.

Why you will love working here

• Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance
• Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
• Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)

What you will be doing

• Provide senior-level leadership in the archaeology discipline, including technical approach development, task delegation, and QA/QC for reports or documents.
• Manage projects related to environmental compliance and resource management, including client contact, budget control, invoicing, schedule, personnel allocation/planning, public interest facilitation, technical approach development, and subcontractor involvement.
• Oversee or conduct projects that evaluate resources for National Register of Historic Places and various state registers in the region, develop resource management recommendations, assess project effects on resources, and provide high level support to address complex resource challenges that require advanced technical or regulatory knowledge.
• Lead business development efforts within subject matter expertise, participation in events and conferences, and outreach to teaming partners.
• Collaborate with other ICF discipline leads to form BD strategies and pursue multi-disciplinary opportunities
• Recruit, supervise, and mentor staff; collaborate with other ICF regional leads to ensure that the Cultural Resources practice maintains a robust and varied blend of capabilities.

What you must have (Minimum Qualifications)

• Master’s in Anthropology or related field.
• 15+ years of professional experience in cultural resources management.
• Meets Secretary of the Interior’s Qualification Standards for Archaeology.
• 10+ years of experience in project management.
• 5+ years of experience supervising technical staff in cultural resources management.

What we would like you to have (Preferred Skills)

• Registered Professional Archaeologist certification.
• Able to be BLM-permitted in Rocky Mountain, Great Basin, or Southwestern U.S.
• Advanced knowledge of NEPA and Section 106 regulatory requirements and state regulations in the region.
• Experience with non-archaeological disciplines of CRM, including managing architectural history staff or management of projects addressing the historic built environment.
• A history of working with private and public sector clients and regulatory agencies in the region; established relationships with renewable energy developers, SHPOs, BLM, and USFS a plus.
• Experience consulting with Tribal Nations in the region on environmental compliance projects.
• Knowledgeable in the archaeology and cultural history of the Great Basin and Mountain West regions.
• Experience leading business development efforts within CRM.
• Creativity in applying archaeological concepts to address regulatory requirements.
• Leadership and mentoring skills to contribute to a progressive work environment for employee development and career fulfillment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and empathy.
• A desire to excel and passion for rewarding work on complex environmental challenges in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and communicate clearly to clients, applicants, stakeholders, and agency staff.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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Pay Range

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $144,381.00 - $245,448.00 Nevada Remote Office (NV99).

About ICF

ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy specialists work together with digital strategists, data scientists and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve their most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape the future. Learn more at icf.com.