Cultural Resources Group Manager – Nor CA

HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid schedule

Remote work possible for right fit

Competitive benefits

Job summary

HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc is seeking an experienced Cultural Resources Group Manager to lead and grow its Northern California cultural resources practice. This leadership role focuses on strategic growth, client relationship development, and delivering technically excellent work with a multidisciplinary team.

The position offers a flexible hybrid schedule and may be fully remote for the right candidate, with emphasis on strategic leadership, project oversight, and staff mentorship in

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in cultural resources or related field.
• Strong business development and client management skills.
• Ability to mentor staff and lead cross-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow HELIX's Northern California Cultural Resources Group.
• Develop and implement regional growth strategies with leadership.
• Drive business development and marketing across Sacramento and NorCal.
• Build and maintain client relationships and pursue new opportunities.
• Manage major cultural resources projects and on-call contracts.
• Recruit, mentor, and lead cultural resources staff.
• Oversee financial performance and operational success.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams across the company.
• Provide quality assurance and technical review of work products.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Client relationships

Mentorship

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

GIS

MS Office

Job description

HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc

Description

Looking to lead, grow, and shape the future of cultural resources work in Northern California? HELIX Environmental Planning is seeking an experienced Cultural Resources Group Manager to join our leadership team and drive strategic growth, client relationships, and technical excellence across our Northern California Cultural Resources practice. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned Cultural Resources Group Manager to make a significant impact while working alongside a highly collaborative and respected multidisciplinary team.

Why HELIX?

At HELIX, we believe great projects start with great people. Our culture is built on collaboration, mentorship, professional growth, and respect for diverse perspectives. As a Cultural Resources Group Manager, you'll work closely with environmental planners, biologists, paleontologists, GIS professionals, regulatory specialists, and cultural resources experts to deliver integrated solutions for our clients. We offer a flexible hybrid work schedule and are open to discussing a fully remote arrangement for the right Cultural Resources Group Manager candidate. Our leadership team prioritizes work-life balance, professional development, and creating an environment where every team member can thrive.

Day in the Life

As a Cultural Resources Group Manager, your days will be dynamic and rewarding. One day, you may be collaborating with senior leaders to develop growth strategies and pursue new opportunities. The next, you'll be mentoring staff, strengthening client relationships, overseeing major cultural resources projects, and ensuring technical excellence across deliverables. You'll play a critical role in expanding HELIX's Northern California cultural resources presence while fostering a positive, high-performing team culture.

What You'll Do

• Lead and grow HELIX's Northern California Cultural Resources Group.
• Develop and implement business plans with regional leadership.
• Drive business development and marketing efforts throughout Sacramento and Northern California.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and generate new opportunities.
• Manage large projects and on-call contracts.
• Recruit, mentor, and lead cultural resources staff.
• Oversee group financial performance and operational success.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams across the company.
• Provide quality assurance and technical review of cultural resources work products.
• Foster a collaborative, professional, and positive team environment.

Salary will be based on qualifications and/or experience, with a robust benefits package. Expected starting pay range of $140,000 to $170,000.

If you're a strategic, relationship-focused Cultural Resources Group Manager ready to lead a growing practice, expand client partnerships, and help shape the future of cultural resource management in Northern California, we'd love to hear from you.

HELIX is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and an inclusive work environment. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of gender, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service or veteran status. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.