Principal Paleontologist & Technical Lead

Tech Sales Jobs; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 108,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Principal Technical Consultant, Paleontologist to join our North American team in a senior leadership role. The position involves technical leadership, project oversight, and mentorship across paleontological and cultural resource programs, with responsibilities in client relations and regulatory compliance.

The role is full-time and based in a US ERM office, offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities to lead multidisciplinary projects across North America.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Paleontology, Geology, Earth Sciences, Biology, Anthropology, Archaeology, or related discipline.
• 8+ years (10+ years preferred) of professional experience related to paleontological resources.
• Experience leading assessments, surveys, monitoring programs, mitigation efforts, and agency consultation.
• Strong understanding of NEPA and related environmental review requirements.
• Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and oversight for paleontological and cultural resource projects.
• Manage project teams, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Support strategic business development and client relationship management.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and technical excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

NEPA knowledge

Education

Graduate degree in Paleontology/Geology/Earth sciences/Biology/Anthropology/Archaeology

Job description

ERM is seeking a Principal Technical Consultant, Paleontologist to join our North American team in a senior leadership role. The position involves technical leadership, project oversight, and mentorship across paleontological and cultural resource programs, with responsibilities in client relations and regulatory compliance.

The role is full-time and based in a US ERM office, offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities to lead multidisciplinary projects across North America.