Pacific Northwest Cultural Resources Lead

Westland Resources; Mukilteo (WA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

PTO

401k matching

Remote/hybrid possibilities

Flexible schedules

Job summary

WestLand Engineering and Environmental Services, a Trinity Consultants team, seeks an Assistant Department Director, Cultural Resources Northwest, to lead and grow our West team from Portland or Seattle. You will guide Project Managers, help win new clients, and supervise a diverse group focused on prehistoric cultures, archaeology, and historic preservation.

Qualified candidates bring 10+ years in cultural resources, strong leadership, and a track record with Pacific Northwest projects.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Anthropology or related field; BA with experience may be considered.
• 10+ years in Cultural Resources Management.
• 5+ years supervisory/leadership in the Pacific Northwest.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Manager and/or Principal Investigator on cultural resources projects.
• Collaborate with archaeologists, preservation professionals, and staff to deliver quality solutions.
• Provide leadership and performance management guidance, training, and corrective actions.
• Identify staffing needs and assist with hiring processes.
• Develop staff training programs and schedules.
• Manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets per contract terms.
• Support Cultural Resources Project Managers in project delivery.
• Develop and review technical products for accuracy and quality.
• Set business development goals and contribute to go/no-go assessments.
• Grow department revenue through business development and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Team management

Education

Master's degree in Anthropology or related field

Bachelor's degree with additional experience

Job description

WestLand Engineering and Environmental Services, a Trinity Consultants team, seeks an Assistant Department Director, Cultural Resources Northwest, to lead and grow our West team from Portland or Seattle. You will guide Project Managers, help win new clients, and supervise a diverse group focused on prehistoric cultures, archaeology, and historic preservation.

Qualified candidates bring 10+ years in cultural resources, strong leadership, and a track record with Pacific Northwest projects.