SENIOR ARCHAEOLOGIST AND PROJECT MANAGER

Kleinfelder Inc; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Archaeologist and Project Manager, where you'll lead cultural resource projects in California. This full-time role offers a chance to make a significant impact while collaborating with a team of professionals. With a focus on environmental planning and archaeology, you'll manage fieldwork, prepare proposals, and mentor junior staff. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive environment that values diversity and professional growth. If you're passionate about making a difference in cultural resource management, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

10% sign-on bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in California cultural resource management.
• Ability to identify prehistoric and historic-era cultural resources.
• Experience coordinating with Native American Tribes and land agencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple cultural resources projects and mentor junior staff.
• Prepare proposals, contracts, and high-quality deliverables.
• Conduct fieldwork including pedestrian surveys and construction monitoring.

Skills

Cultural Resource Management

Fieldwork

Interpersonal Communication

Writing Skills

Project Management

Attention to Detail

Team Leadership

Digital Field Technology

Education

Graduate degree in Anthropology

Graduate degree in Archaeology

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Slack

Outlook

MS Office

Google Earth

GPS

Total Station

Collector app

Job description

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder is looking for you! We offer services in environmental planning, permitting, remediation, site characterization, archaeology, chemical data management, and hydrogeology, providing technically appropriate and cost-effective solutions.

Kleinfelder has a great opportunity for a Senior Archaeologist and Project Manager to join our Northern California cultural resources group.

• We are offering a 10% sign-on bonus for this role!

This is a full-time position. Successful candidates will have at least six years of prior experience working in California cultural resource management, including fieldwork. Must be willing to work with a team of professionals in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects. Office duties include project management, preparing proposals and contracts, peer reviewing internal cultural documents, mentoring junior staff, coordinating with archaeological field crews, reviewing field paperwork such as survey and monitoring reports, completing and reviewing site record forms, and submitting high-quality deliverables to clients. Field duties may include occasional travel for pedestrian surveys, construction monitoring, and recording cultural resources.

We have flexibility to consider candidates in Fresno, Stockton, Oakland, San Francisco, Santa Rosa, San Jose, and Sacramento.

Requirements and Qualifications

1. Previous experience managing cultural resources projects in California is required.
2. Ability to independently identify prehistoric and historic-era cultural resources.
3. Six or more years of progressive experience, including participating in cultural resources field projects in California.
4. Excellent interpersonal communication and attention to detail.
5. Strong writing skills and clarity in notetaking during fieldwork.
6. Effective communication skills for field and office work.
7. Familiarity with Microsoft Teams, Slack, Outlook, and remote work tools.
8. Experience working on state and federal lands.
9. Experience with PG&E projects is highly desirable.
10. Knowledge of Section 106 of the NHPA and CEQA.
11. Experience coordinating with Native American Tribes and land agencies.
12. Proficiency with MS Office, Google Earth, and digital field technology (GPS, total station, iPads, Collector app).
13. Experience preparing site record forms, monitoring logs, and survey reports.
14. Ability to work independently and in teams, and to lead and delegate tasks.
15. A valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
16. Ability to pass a background check.

Education

Graduate degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a closely related field is required.

Why Choose Kleinfelder

Since 1961, we connect talented people to meaningful work. Our team of engineers, scientists, and construction professionals deliver solutions that improve infrastructure across transportation, water, energy, and more. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a creative and innovative environment.

Benefits and Compensation

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and paid holidays. The salary range is $71,626 - $119,399, based on qualifications and experience.

Professional Development and Equal Opportunity

We support ongoing learning, certifications, and career growth through mentoring and training programs. Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.

Additional Notes

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies without a signed agreement. Resumes submitted without this are deemed property of Kleinfelder.