Senior Archaeologist & Cultural Resources Lead

ERM; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision

Life insurance

Disability

401(k)

Other benefits

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist to lead multidisciplinary cultural resource projects across the United States. You will oversee field studies, guide teams, mentor staff, and strengthen client relationships while expanding ERM's presence in the cultural resources market.

The role requires a graduate degree in Anthropology or Archaeology with 8+ years of experience and demonstrated ability to secure permits. Travel within the US is expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Anthropology/Archaeology or closely related field with 8+ years of experience.
• Ability to obtain archaeological and cultural resource permits.
• Experience as primary author on agency-reviewed technical reports.
• Strong documentation and attention to detail.
• Proficient in permitting regulations (FERC, USACE, THC).

Responsibilities

• Oversee literature reviews, field reconnaissance, surveys, and excavation for archaeological studies.
• Provide technical consulting to grow ERM's archaeology and cultural heritage business.
• Interact with other ERM practice areas to share resources and best practices.
• Represent ERM with state, federal and local agencies.
• Lead, supervise, and mentor staff; manage multiple projects within scope, budget, and schedule.

Skills

Client engagement

Mentorship

Team leadership

Communication skills

Technical consulting

Education

Graduate degree in Anthropology/Archaeology

Tools

Regulatory permitting knowledge

Literature review

Job description

ERM is seeking a Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist to lead multidisciplinary cultural resource projects across the United States. You will oversee field studies, guide teams, mentor staff, and strengthen client relationships while expanding ERM's presence in the cultural resources market.

The role requires a graduate degree in Anthropology or Archaeology with 8+ years of experience and demonstrated ability to secure permits. Travel within the US is expected.