Cultural Resources PM & SOI Principal Investigator

Bolton & Menk, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bolton & Menk, Inc. is seeking a Cultural Resource Project Manager in Iowa to lead archaeological surveys, site evaluations, and client relationships.

You will oversee multiple projects, ensure planning and completion, and liaison with agencies to drive compliant, sustainable infrastructure outcomes. The role requires a Master’s or Bachelor’s in Anthropology/Archaeology with several years of related experience; supervisory skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Anthropology and Archaeology with 2+ years of related experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Anthropology and Archaeology with 5+ years of related experience; supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Midwest prehistoric and historic periods, artifacts, architectural styles and contexts.
• Experience with State and Federal cultural resource regulations and environmental review processes.
• Ability to read USGS topographic maps, aerial imagery, plat maps and historic plans.
• Strong communication, organizational and time-management skills.
• Detail-oriented with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Working knowledge of CAD and QA/QC software and processes.
• Experience with ArcPRO preferred.
• Possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SOI-qualified Archaeological Principal Investigator for cultural resources projects.
• Coordinate cultural resources research, surveys, excavations, and reporting with project staff.
• Oversee cultural resources construction monitoring and site documentation.
• Provide project management support for cultural resource services to internal teams and clients.
• Develop scopes of work and budgets for cultural resource tasks.
• Write, review, and assess cultural resources reports prior to submission.
• Review project invoices and expenses.
• Communicate with Federal, State, Local, and Tribal agencies on project-specific matters.
• Build and maintain relationships with regulatory agencies and consulting parties.
• Facilitate negotiations regarding cultural resource impacts and mitigation strategies.
• Assist with cultural resource management, environmental review documents, and planning tasks as needed.
• Travel to project sites and related locations.
• Support and lead cultural resources business development initiatives across company operations.

Education

Master's degree in Anthropology and Archaeology

Bachelor's degree in Anthropology and Archaeology

Tools

ArcPRO

CAD

QA/QC software

Job description

Bolton & Menk, Inc. is seeking a Cultural Resource Project Manager in Iowa to lead archaeological surveys, site evaluations, and client relationships.

You will oversee multiple projects, ensure planning and completion, and liaison with agencies to drive compliant, sustainable infrastructure outcomes. The role requires a Master’s or Bachelor’s in Anthropology/Archaeology with several years of related experience; supervisory skills are a plus.