Crew Chief (Field Based)

ERM; Idaho; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is hiring Crew Chief’s to lead on-site cultural resource monitoring and compliance support during the construction phase of our client’s transmission and distribution project in Southern Idaho.

The Crew Chief works closely with construction personnel, project managers, and cultural resources leads to implement avoidance measures, respond to discoveries, and support uninterrupted project progress while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of Crew Chief experience in Great Basin fieldwork or cultural resource monitoring.
• Experience with GPS, Survey123, ArcGIS or similar field data collection tools.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead field teams safely and effectively on site.
• Monitor construction activities for potential cultural resource discoveries.
• Document materials, features, and discoveries with field notes and photos.
• Coordinate in real time with construction crews, project managers, and cultural resource leads.
• Prepare monitoring summaries and technical memoranda.

Skills

Field judgment

Clear communication

Safety-focused

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a closely related field

Master’s degree preferred

Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards (36 CFR Part 61) in Archaeology

Tools

GPS units

Survey123

ArcGIS

Job description

ERM is hiring Crew Chief’s to lead on-site cultural resource monitoring and compliance support during the construction phase of our client’s transmission and distribution project in Southern Idaho.

The Crew Chief works closely with construction personnel, project managers, and cultural resources leads to implement avoidance measures, respond to discoveries, and support uninterrupted project progress while maintaining regulatory compliance. This role requires strong field judgment, clear communication, and the ability to work safely and effectively in active construction environments.

The position requires the ability to work independently, communicate effectively with project teams, and make sound, real-time decisions in the field. Successful candidates must be flexible and responsive to a changing work environment where schedules, site locations, and tasks fluctuate according to the needs of the project. This is a full-time (60-72 hours/week), limited-term role with a duration of 18 months and the possibility of extension.

Responsibilities

• Safely and effectively leading field teams.
• Monitor construction activities for potential cultural resource discoveries as instructed, such as during grading, trenching, excavation, and utility installation
• Identify, document, and evaluate archaeological materials, features, and isolated finds
• Implement unanticipated discovery procedures in accordance with project permits
• Coordinate in real time with construction crews, project managers, and cultural resource leads.
• Maintain compliance with cultural resource permit conditions and environmental commitments
• Complete daily monitoring logs, field notes, and photographic documentation
• Collect GPS data as instructed
• Assist with preparation of monitoring summaries, discovery documentation, and technical memoranda
• Communicate findings, compliance concerns, and work status to project managers and senior archaeologists
• Participate in construction worker cultural resource awareness briefings as needed
• Support coordination with Native American tribal monitors, when applicable
• Other duties as assigned or required
• Compliance with ERM’s rigorous safety program

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a closely related field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of Crew Chief experience in Great Basin archaeological fieldwork or cultural resource monitoring
• Be permitted as a ID BLM Crew Chiew or higher
• Experience monitoring construction or infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with Section 106, NHPA, and BLM, NV, and ID agency permitting requirements
• Ability to identify prehistoric and historic-period archaeological materials
• Experience using GPS units, Survey123, ArcGIS, or similar field data collection tools
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to work safely in active construction environments and outdoor field conditions

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred. Candidates with relevant professional experience demonstrating a commensurate level of knowledge and expertise are also encouraged to apply.
• Qualification under the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards (36 CFR Part 61) in Archaeology preferred.
• Experience working in remote areas for extended periods
• Demonstrated ability to support projects requiring sustained field engagement
• Experience working alongside Native American tribal monitors
• Experience preparing technical reports, monitoring summaries, or discovery documentation
• OSHA 10- or 30-hour construction safety training
• Wilderness and Remote First Aid Training

Work Environment

This position is field-intensive and may involve:

• Long hours in outdoor environments and temperature extremes
• Walking or hiking on uneven terrain while carrying field equipment
• Working in active construction sites around heavy equipment
• Candidates must be physically capable of performing required field duties safely.

Who We Are

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

ERMwelcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

ERM is an equal opportunity employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, Indigenous identity, or status as a protected veteran or qualified individual with a disability.