Lead Archaeology & Cultural Resources Consultant

ERM; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Other applicable benefits

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist to lead multidisciplinary cultural resource projects across the United States. You will oversee fieldwork, guide teams, and develop client relationships while ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality outputs.

In this strategic leadership role, you will mentor archaeologists, manage budgets and schedules, and collaborate with ERM’s global professionals to expand the cultural resources market through technical excellence and

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field with 8+ years paid experience.
• Ability to obtain archaeological and cultural resource permits.
• Experience in inventory, survey, testing, and/or data recovery.
• Primary author on agency-reviewed technical reports.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Permitting regulations knowledge (FERC, USACE, THC).
• Limited travel within the United States.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee literature review, field reconnaissance, field surveys, and excavation for archaeological studies and projects.
• Provide technical consulting to support ERM's growth in archaeology and cultural heritage.
• Interact with other ERM practice areas to share multi-disciplinary resources nationwide.
• Represent ERM with state, federal, and local agencies.
• Communicate regularly with clients via email and phone conferences.
• Oversee and manage subcontractors.
• Assist with preparing proposals to meet client needs.
• Manage multiple projects within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Lead, manage performance, hire and retain, inspire, and mentor personnel for the technical team.
• Capitalize on ERM client relationships to expand ERM's profile and market share.
• Partner with ERM colleagues to deepen client relationships and establish new ones.
• Participate on teams across ERM's global organization.
• Interact with State Historic Preservation Offices and regulatory agencies.
• Lead and supervise staff in office or field settings.
• Perform research and prepare technical reports.
• Potentially conduct fieldwork.
• Provide technical assistance to clients nationwide.

Skills

Team leadership

Client engagement

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

Graduate degree in Anthropology/Archaeology

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS software

Job description

ERM is seeking a Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist to lead multidisciplinary cultural resource projects across the United States. You will oversee fieldwork, guide teams, and develop client relationships while ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality outputs.

In this strategic leadership role, you will mentor archaeologists, manage budgets and schedules, and collaborate with ERM’s global professionals to expand the cultural resources market through technical excellence and