Lead Principal Paleontologist & Cultural Resources Expert

ERM; New York (NY); On-site; USD 108,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Principal Technical Consultant, Paleontologist to join our global Cultural and Paleontological Resources Services team. This full-time, salaried role is based in a US ERM office, providing technical leadership, mentorship, and business development support across North America.

You will lead paleontological investigations, QA/QC deliverables, and multidisciplinary projects, while mentoring junior staff and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Paleontology, Geology, Earth Sciences, Biology, Anthropology, or Archaeology.
• 8+ years of professional paleontological resources experience.
• Experience leading assessments and agency consultations.
• Strong knowledge of NEPA and environmental reviews.
• Proven leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership on paleontological and cultural resource projects.
• Manage project teams, schedules, and budgets.
• Support business development and client relationships.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and technical excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Mentoring

Business development

Education

Graduate degree in Paleontology or Earth Sciences

Job description

ERM is seeking a Principal Technical Consultant, Paleontologist to join our global Cultural and Paleontological Resources Services team. This full-time, salaried role is based in a US ERM office, providing technical leadership, mentorship, and business development support across North America.

You will lead paleontological investigations, QA/QC deliverables, and multidisciplinary projects, while mentoring junior staff and ensuring regulatory compliance.