Senior Archaeologist & Cultural Resources Leader

ERM; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Other benefits

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist to lead multidisciplinary cultural resource projects across the United States. You will supervise teams, grow ERM's client base, and ensure regulatory compliance while integrating cultural resources into broader environmental programs.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, project management, business development, and mentoring within ERM's Cultural Resources Services team across the US.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or closely related field plus 8+ years of related paid experience, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated ability to carry research to completion.
• Ability to obtain archaeological and cultural resource permits.
• Demonstrated experience completing inventory, survey, testing, and/or data recovery.
• Experience as primary author on agency-reviewed technical reports.
• Strong attention to detail in documentation of work.
• Proficient in permitting regulations for cultural resources, including, but not limited to FERC, USACE, THC.
• Excellent communication and computer skills.
• Demonstrated business development abilities and the ability to maintain long-term relationships with clients.
• Ability to manage and work within a team as well as independently.
• Limited travel within the United States.
• Well-developed teambuilding and influencing skills; unquestioned integrity; and the experience, confidence, and stature to effectively address client and business needs and challenges.
• Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
• Demonstrated regional, high-level consulting experience.
• Familiarity with applicable federal, state, and municipal regulatory processes.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team performing literature review, field reconnaissance, field surveys, and excavation for archaeological studies and projects.
• Provide technical consulting skills to support the growth of ERM's business and client base in archaeology and cultural heritage.
• Interact with other ERM practice areas to share multi-disciplinary resources and best practices across the country.
• Represent ERM through communications and at meetings with state, federal, and local agencies.
• Communicate regularly with clients via email and phone conferences.
• Oversee and manage subcontractors.
• Assist with preparing proposals to meet client needs.
• Manage multiple projects within scope, budget, and schedule expectations while ensuring quality standards on project deliverables.
• Lead, manage performance, hire and retain, inspire, and mentor personnel for the overall success of the technical team.
• Capitalize on existing ERM client relationships to expand ERM's profile and market share in the Cultural Resource market through a combination of technical excellence and business development.
• Partner with ERM colleagues to deepen relationships with key clients and establish new client relationships that result in significant net revenue growth.
• Participate on teams comprised of impact assessment professionals from multiple offices throughout ERM's global organization.
• Interact with various State Historic Preservation Offices, federal agencies, and online cultural resource databases.
• Lead and supervise staff in an office setting and/or during fieldwork.
• Perform research and prepare technical reports.
• Potentially conduct fieldwork.
• Provide technical assistance to clients throughout the United States while supporting regional project delivery and business development initiatives.

Skills

Team leadership

Client engagement

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Project management

Mentoring

FERC/USACE/THC familiarity

Travel readiness

Education

Master's degree in Anthropology/Archaeology or closely related field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

ERM is seeking a Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist to lead multidisciplinary cultural resource projects across the United States. You will supervise teams, grow ERM's client base, and ensure regulatory compliance while integrating cultural resources into broader environmental programs.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, project management, business development, and mentoring within ERM's Cultural Resources Services team across the US.