Remote Principal Archaeologist | Regional Growth Leader

Onterris; Colorado; Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris seeks a Principal Archaeologist to lead the Cultural Resources practice across the Central and East Regions, with remote work options and a preference for candidates in the Mid-Central U.S. The role combines technical leadership with business development, staff oversight, and revenue growth.

Responsibilities include shaping the practice, securing new work, providing senior technical guidance, and collaborating with biologists, GIS specialists, planners, and engineers to deliver

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related discipline.
• 15+ years of progressively responsible professional experience in cultural resources management.
• Meets or exceeds the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards for Archaeology.
• Ability to be listed as a Principal Investigator on agencies permits (BLM, USFS, NPS).
• Experience building or growing a cultural resources practice, service line, or regional program.
• Experience managing large, complex cultural resources projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEPA, NHPA Sections 106/110, ARPA, NAGPRA, and related regulations.
• Experience overseeing proposal development, cost estimating, competitive pursuits, interviews, and contract negotiations.
• Strong leadership to recruit and mentor technical staff.
• Excellent verbal and written skills for client discussions and reports.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Office GIS and CR databases proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Developing the Cultural Resources practice for Central and East Regions, including market expansion and staff planning.
• Play a key role in securing new cultural resources work through competitive pursuits and strategic teaming.
• Providing senior technical oversight and strategic direction for archaeological projects.
• Collaborating with biologists, GIS professionals, planners, regulators, and engineers for integrated solutions.
• Overseeing proposals, cost estimating, and interview execution.
• QA/QC oversight of high-volume programs and projects.
• Project staffing, budgeting and scheduling management.
• Mentoring and developing staff to sustain technical excellence.
• Maintaining safety, confidentiality and company policies.
• Staying current on industry trends and best practices.

Skills

Archaeology

Regulatory compliance

Client relationship management

Leadership

Public speaking

Education

Master's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related discipline

Tools

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Onterris seeks a Principal Archaeologist to lead the Cultural Resources practice across the Central and East Regions, with remote work options and a preference for candidates in the Mid-Central U.S. The role combines technical leadership with business development, staff oversight, and revenue growth.

Responsibilities include shaping the practice, securing new work, providing senior technical guidance, and collaborating with biologists, GIS specialists, planners, and engineers to deliver