Archaeology Project Manager/Principal Investigator

Westland Resources; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 95,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 paid holidays

Healthcare benefits

PTO

401k matching

Flexible work schedules

Remote/hybrid possibilities

Job summary

WestLand is seeking a full-time Archaeology Project Manager / Principal Investigator to lead cultural resources projects in Reno. You will oversee surveys, testing, data recovery, and reporting, with a focus on client relations, budgets, and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Archaeology or Anthropology, with at least five years of field experience and strong leadership. The role offers a multidisciplinary environment within WestLand and opportunities for business

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field required; Bachelor's degree with additional experience may substitute.
• Meets Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards for Archaeology as required to be permitted as a Principal Investigator and dependent on local agency standards.
• Minimum of five (5) years of archaeological field experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Project management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate project goals, scope, and status to clients and teams.
• Establish and maintain project schedules and budgets; track progress and variances.
• Assign and supervise tasks to team members, including senior review staff.
• Coordinate with managers to allocate resources.
• Prepare proposals, scopes of work, and cost estimates.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, permits, and agency standards.
• Oversee archaeological survey, testing, and data recovery projects.
• Ensure data collection, mapping, and artifact documentation meet standards.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports with reviewer feedback.
• Serve as Principal Investigator when required and meet permitting qualifications.
• Maintain professional communication with clients, agencies, stakeholders.
• Represent the company in meetings and forums.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities and client relationships.
• Supervise, mentor, and train staff for high performance.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback.
• Implement quality control for all deliverables.
• Ensure all work meets company and client standards.

Skills

Project management

Client relations

Budget oversight

Staff supervision

Business development

Education

Master's degree in Archaeology / Anthropology

Bachelor's degree with additional experience may substitute

Job description

At WestLand Engineering and Environmental Services, a Trinity Consultants team, we are driven by purpose, innovation, and a shared commitment to the work that we do. As part of Trinity Consultants' Water and Ecology division, we tackle complex environmental challenges, blending expertise in environmental consulting, wetlands, cultural resources, GIS, landscape architecture, and engineering.

WestLand empowers our teams to develop their unique skills while fostering career growth within a company that is large enough to offer diverse opportunities yet agile enough to value individual contributions. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do-our professionals work together on meaningful and impactful projects, delivering solutions that help clients navigate regulatory complexities and see positive project outcomes. Make a difference with us at WestLand!

WestLand is Looking to add a full-time Archaeology Project Manager / Principal Investigator to our growing Cultural Resources team in Reno. The Project Manager / Principal Investigator oversees the planning, execution, and delivery of archaeological projects, including surveys, testing, and data recovery efforts. Responsibilities include project management, client relations, report preparation, budget oversight, staff supervision, business development, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and professional standards. This position requires strong leadership, technical expertise in archaeology and/or historic preservation, and the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and efficiency.

What will I be doing?

• Effectively communicate project goals, scope, and status to clients, project teams, and company leadership.
• Establish and maintain project schedules and budgets; track progress and address variances proactively.
• Assign and supervise project tasks to team members, including senior review staff.
• Coordinate with Group Managers, Department Directors, and other Project Managers to allocate resources.
• Prepare project proposals, scopes of work, and cost estimates.
• Ensure project compliance with applicable regulations, permits, and agency standards.
• Oversee archaeological survey, testing, and data recovery projects and/or architectural history/preservation projects.
• Ensure data collection, mapping, and artifact documentation meet all applicable project standards.
• Prepare or oversee the preparation of high-quality technical reports, incorporating feedback from reviewers.
• Serve as Principal Investigator when required, meeting all regulatory and permitting qualifications.
• Maintain professional communication with clients, agencies, and stakeholders.
• Represent the company in meetings, presentations, and public forums.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities and client relationships.
• Supervise, mentor, and train project staff to ensure high performance and professional development.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback, as needed.
• Implement quality control procedures for all deliverables.
• Ensure that all technical work meets company and client standards.

What qualifications are required for this role?

• Master's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field required; Bachelor's degree with additional experience may substitute.
• Meets Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards for Archaeology as required to be permitted as a Principal Investigator and dependent on local agency standards.
• Minimum of five (5) years of archaeological field experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Project management experience preferred.

The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $109,000.00 per year.

What does WestLand offer you?

• Comprehensive benefits package: 9 paid holidays, healthcare benefits, PTO, and 401k matching for full-time employees. Flexible work schedules and remote/hybrid possibilities for most roles.
• Multidisciplinary environment: Unique, creative, and challenging projects where you can develop your vision of clientele and work with industry leaders daily.
• Success-oriented environment: Two-way mentorship, financial incentives to publish work, tuition reimbursement, and a career-path structure to help you reach the next steps in your career.
• Collaborative work environment: Clear and frequent communication, shared information and ideas across teams, and a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.

WestLand is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment background checks.