Archaeology Project Manager

Trileaf Corporation; Clayton (MO); Remote; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401k with company match

Short-term & Long-term disability & 1

Life Insurance – 100% Employer paid

3 weeks PTO per year

8 paid holidays + floating holiday

Job summary

Trileaf Corporation, a nationwide environmental, architecture, and engineering firm, seeks an Archaeology Project Manager to lead a team of archaeologists and historians delivering culturally sensitive projects under NHPA Section 106. Requires 5+ years field experience, including 2+ years as PI, and 1+ year of management.

The role is remote with responsibilities across projects, with opportunities to mentor staff and develop research plans, ensuring quality, schedule adherence, and budget

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Archaeology, Anthropology, or Architectural History.
• 5+ years of field experience, including 2+ years as Principal Investigator.
• 1+ years of management experience.
• RPA certification required; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Group Manager/Vice President.
• Lead project teams and schedules; allocate resources.
• Ensure projects meet scope and budget with QA/QC of deliverables.
• Develop archaeological research plans, methodologies, and protocols.
• Prepare proposals and oversee complex projects (balloon tests, NRHP nominations, monitoring).
• Communicate potential issues affecting timelines or outcomes.
• Conduct performance reviews and support staff development.
• Travel to project sites as needed.

Skills

SOI Archaeology Standards

Section 106 NHPA

NEPA/SEPA regs

Leadership & management

Office 365

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Master's degree in Archaeology/Anthro/Arch History

Tools

GPS/field equipment

Job description

Company: Trileaf Corporation is a nationwide environmental, architecture, and engineering consulting firm that assists clients with environmental due diligence, regulatory compliance, and engineering & architectural design. Trileaf serves the wireless communications, real estate, and financial industries from its headquarters in St. Louis, MO and many branch offices throughout the U.S.

Position Summary: The Archaeology Project Manager leads a team of archaeologists, architectural historians, and archaeological technicians delivering cultural resource projects, with applied knowledge of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). This role manages project teams, schedules, and deliverables, ensures quality and timely completion of projects, and is responsible for the continued professional development of team members. Must meet the Secretary of the Interior (SOI) Standards for Archaeology (36 CFR 61). Requires 5+ years of field experience, including 2+ years as a Principal Investigator, and 1+ years of management experience.

Location:

Remote

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Report to and coordinate with the Group Manager/Vice President
• Interface with internal management, clients, SHPOs, and tribal nations
• Lead and manage project teams and schedules, ensuring effective allocation of resources and timely completion of project deliverables
• Manage project expectations and ensure projects are completed to the specified scope of work and budget
• Complete report reviews and QA/QC of deliverables
• Develop and implement archaeological research plans, methodologies, and protocols
• Prepare proposals and oversee complex projects such as balloon tests, NRHP nominations, and archaeological monitoring
• Proactively communicate potential issues that may affect project outcomes or timelines
• Conduct performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and make salary and promotion recommendations
• Support the hiring, onboarding, and continued professional development of team members
• Track projects, and assist in researching new policies and procedures to ensure continuous compliance
• Perform occasional fieldwork as required

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Meets or exceeds the SOI Standards for Archaeology as outlined in 36 CFR 61
• Expert familiarity with Section 106 of the NHPA, the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) regulations
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal cultural resource regulations, and ability to stay current with advancements, regulations, and best practices in archaeology and cultural resources management
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills
• Self-motivated, quick learning, and flexible, with a common-sense approach to business and workload management
• Thorough working knowledge of Office 365 software programs (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Strong oral and written communication skills, detail orientation, and recognized organizational abilities
• Ability to work independently with a commitment to excellence

Education and Experience:

• ~ Master's degree or higher in Archaeology, Anthropology, or Architectural History; minimum of 5 years of field experience, including 2 years as a Principal Investigator managing all aspects of project completion, and 1+ years of management experience

Licenses and Certifications:

• Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA) certification
• Valid driver's license required

Physical Requirements:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Frequently required to sit for extended periods while working at a computer, reviewing reports, and attending meetings
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, and traverse uneven outdoor terrain when performing fieldwork
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. occasionally (e.g., field equipment)
• Ability to use hands and fingers to operate computers, field equipment, and cameras
• Sufficient visual acuity to read maps, records, and computer screens
• Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions when performing fieldwork

Work Environment and Travel:

• ~ Travel to project sites and client meetings is required; overnight travel is generally not expected to exceed 2-3 days at a time

Potential Hazards:

• ~ Occasional fieldwork may involve exposure to extreme weather, insects, poisonous plants, wildlife, and uneven terrain; appropriate PPE and site-specific safety protocols are used

Other duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Salary Range:

Starting at $75,000. The complete salary range will be determined by a number of factors such as experience, regional cost of living and other factors

Benefits:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Short-term disability, Long-term disability & Life Insurance – 100% Employer paid
• 3 weeks of PTO per year
• 8 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday

The listed salary range for this position is an expected range. The actual offer will be at the company's sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate's qualifications, years of experience, skillset, geographic location, and current market data.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, including criminal history, education verification, employment verification and drug test. This may also include credit and motor vehicle record checks depending on the position.

Trileaf Corporation is an Equal Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disorder, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.