Field Archaeologist/Monitor – Construction Site Oversight

ERM; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 73,985 - 94,910; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k)

Life & disability insurance

Job summary

ERM is hiring Field Archaeologists/Monitors to provide on-site cultural resource monitoring during the construction phase of a project in Northern Nevada and Southern Idaho. This full-time position (60-72 hours/week) requires 2-3 years of experience, strong field judgment, and the ability to work effectively in construction environments.

Successful candidates will monitor for archaeological resources, ensure compliance with regulations, and communicate findings to project teams. The role offers a competitive annual salary ranging from $73,985.60 to $94,910.40.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of professional experience in Great Basin archaeological fieldwork.
• Experience monitoring construction or infrastructure projects.
• Ability to identify prehistoric and historic-period archaeological materials.

Responsibilities

• Monitor construction activities for potential cultural resource discoveries.
• Identify, document, and evaluate archaeological materials and features.
• Coordinate with construction crews and project managers.

Skills

Field judgment

Clear communication

Flexibility

Cultural resource monitoring

GPS data collection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or closely related field

Tools

GPS units

Survey123

ArcGIS

Job description

ERM is hiring Field Archaeologists/Monitors to provide on-site cultural resource monitoring during the construction phase of a project in Northern Nevada and Southern Idaho. This full-time position (60-72 hours/week) requires 2-3 years of experience, strong field judgment, and the ability to work effectively in construction environments.

Successful candidates will monitor for archaeological resources, ensure compliance with regulations, and communicate findings to project teams. The role offers a competitive annual salary ranging from $73,985.60 to $94,910.40.