Cultural Resources Program Manager

Jobtailor; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a senior archaeologist to lead a multidisciplinary team on high-profile cultural resources projects in the United States. The role emphasizes mentorship, technical oversight, and delivering compliant, high-quality reports across field investigations, analysis, and documentation.

Candidates should hold a Master’s or PhD in Archaeology or related field, with an RPA or ability to obtain, and 8+ years in environmental consulting. Travel and fieldwork are expected as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field.
• PhD in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field.
• Meets Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards.
• Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) or ability to obtain.
• 8+ years of environmental consulting experience (private sector).
• 5+ years of staff supervision and leadership experience.
• 5+ years of experience developing proposals and pricing for competitive bids.
• Demonstrated project management experience (scope, schedule, and budget).
• Experience working with federal agencies (USACE, TxDOT, HUD) and local agencies.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work in outdoor environments and varied terrain.
• Ability to travel and conduct fieldwork as needed.
• Professional demeanor with strong ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of archeologists from field techs to principal investigators.
• Provide technical oversight, QA/QC, and ensure consistency across deliverables.
• Manage large, complex projects from proposal through completion.
• Oversee all phases of cultural resources work, including field investigations, analysis, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with NHPA, ACT, UDC, and other applicable regulations.
• Participate in and lead fieldwork efforts.
• Lead and support proposal development, including pricing and risk analysis.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships across public and private sectors.
• Oversee preparation of technical reports and compliance documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Technical writing

Client relations

Fieldwork coordination

Education

Master’s degree

PhD

Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of archeologists from field techs to principal investigators
• Provide technical oversight, QA/QC, and ensure consistency across deliverables
• Manage large, complex projects from proposal through completion
• Oversee all phases of cultural resources work, including field investigations, analysis, and reporting
• Ensure compliance with NHPA, ACT, UDC, and other applicable regulations
• Participate in and lead fieldwork efforts
• Lead and support proposal development, including pricing and risk analysis
• Build and maintain strong client relationships across public and private sectors
• Oversee preparation of technical reports and compliance documentation

Requirements

• Master’s degree or PhD in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field
• Meets Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards
• Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) or ability to obtain
• 8+ years of environmental consulting experience (private sector)
• 5+ years of staff supervision and leadership experience
• 5+ years of experience developing proposals and pricing for competitive bids
• Demonstrated project management experience (scope, schedule, and budget)
• Experience working with federal agencies (USACE, TxDOT, HUD) and local agencies
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• Ability to work in outdoor environments and varied terrain
• Ability to travel and conduct fieldwork as needed
• Professional demeanor with strong ethical standards.

Certifications & Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• PhD
• Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA)