Archaeology Project/Program Manager

ICF; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF is seeking a senior Archaeology Project/Program Manager to plan, monitor, and manage cultural resources projects across the Pacific Northwest and western United States. The role supports CRM growth, collaborates with environmental program managers, and works with CRM leaders across geographies.

The position can be based in Portland, OR or Seattle, WA, with full or partial remote flexibility. Candidates should combine archaeology expertise with regulatory experience to deliver project

Qualifications

• Experience managing cultural resources projects or programs.
• Strong regulatory compliance expertise across SEPA, NEPA, and Section 106.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with clients and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as project or task manager on large cultural resources projects.
• Provide analyses for regulatory reviews under SEPA, NEPA, and Section 106; prepare defensible documentation.
• Interface directly with key clients and build relationships.
• Contribute to pursuing new projects and proposals.
• Oversee methods, QA, schedules, and budgets for deliverables.
• Mentor less experienced staff and support team growth.

Skills

CRM experience

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Client relations

Education

Masters in anthropology

Job description

Description

Archaeology Project/Program Manager

Portland, Seattle, or Pacific Northwest

ICF is seeking a senior archaeologist to help plan, monitor, and manage cultural resources projects and programs in the Pacific Northwest and the western United States. As an Archaeology Project/Program Manager at ICF you will help deliver and continue to grow our Cultural Resources Management (CRM) services for existing clients. The Archaeology Project/Program Manager will also partner with other environmental program managers to expand ICF’s business, and with other CRM leaders across geographies to expand the CRM practice.

This position is intended to be based in either our Portland, OR or Seattle, WA office, however it can be fully or partially remote, and applicants living throughout the region are encouraged to apply. The Archaeology Project/Program Manager should be comfortable working across the primary disciplines that comprise cultural resources management (archaeology, built environment, tribal resources, landscapes) and comfortably navigate between project management (scoping, staffing, progress reporting) and delivery of technical services (quality control, schedule, cost). You will combine your archaeology technical skills with strong regulatory compliance expertise to develop project-level analysis and programmatic solutions for SEPA, NEPA, and Section 106 reviews. You will also be expected to contribute to marketing and proposal efforts for cultural resources opportunities or as part of a larger team on multi-disciplinary opportunities.

Our Environment and Planning division provides a range of consulting services in environmental analysis and compliance (e.g., NEPA) for clients in the transportation, water, energy, and natural resources sectors. Our clients include federal, state and local agencies, and private energy and utility companies. At ICF we combine passion for our work with industry expertise and innovative analytics to produce compelling results throughout the entire program life cycle, from research and analysis through implementation and improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a project or task manager on large or complex cultural resources and environmental planning projects.
• Provide analysis for environmental regulatory reviews under SEPA, NEPA, and Section 106 and compose defensible arguments and supporting documentation.
• Interface directly with key clients and help build and maintain great relationships.
• Contribute to identifying new project leads, developing pursuit strategies, and writing proposals.
• Exercise judgment in selecting methods, techniques and quality assurance for deliverables.
• Supervise and/or mentor less experienced staff as they grow their technical, business development, and client relations capabilities.

Required Skills/Experience

• Masters degree in anthropology or related field.
• 10+ years of CRM and/or environmental planning experience within the energy, water, transportation, and/or Federal Agency markets.
• Experience obtaining concurrence for SEPA and NHPA Section 106 findings, reviewing technical studies such as those addressing archaeology, architectural history, historic landscapes, consistency with Secretary of the Interior Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, effects analysis, and mitigation strategies.
• Must either already be approved as an Oregon Qualified Archaeologist, or have the qualifications and experience to be approved as such by the State of Oregon.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Strong work ethic with a positive attitude and thrives in a team-oriented setting.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of environmental planning, cultural resources management and regulatory compliance with SEPA, NEPA, NHPA, and other state and federal environmental regulations.
• Familiarity with Oregon and Washington resources and associated regulatory environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience interfacing with external clients, members of the general public, and government officials.
• Strong analytical skills, including attention to detail, as well as technical writing and communication skills.
• Strong project management skills, including ability to take and give direction, stay organized, and manage time effectively.
• Commitment to overseeing preparation of high-quality work within established budgets and schedules.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Work Authorization and Sponsorship

All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for new H-1B visa sponsorship by ICF. Candidates who currently hold valid work authorization may be considered for a change of employer petition, subject to company policy and applicable immigration requirements.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please [e-mail] we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$108,006.00 - $183,610.00

Seattle, WA (WA26)