Senior Archaeologist & Cultural Resources Leader

ERM; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ERM seeks a Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist to lead multidisciplinary archaeological projects across the United States, mentor teams, and expand ERM's cultural resources presence. You will oversee fieldwork, reporting, and client engagement while guiding regulatory compliance and deliverables.

This role requires a graduate degree in Anthropology or Archaeology with 8+ years of experience, strong communication, business development skills, and the ability to travel within the US.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or closely related field of study plus 8 or more years of related paid 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.
• Preferred Experience interacting with regulatory agency personnel.
• Previous experience with energy-related projects and undertakings.
• Previous laboratory materials processing experience.
• Previous experience supervising personnel and direct reports.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
• Detail oriented and resourceful.
• Positive and energetic attitude.
• Self-motivated with strong initiative.

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 the area of 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

Communication skills

Team leadership

Business development

Project management

Microsoft Office

Fieldwork supervision

Education

Graduate degree in Anthropology/Archaeology

Job description

ERM seeks a Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist to lead multidisciplinary archaeological projects across the United States, mentor teams, and expand ERM's cultural resources presence. You will oversee fieldwork, reporting, and client engagement while guiding regulatory compliance and deliverables.

This role requires a graduate degree in Anthropology or Archaeology with 8+ years of experience, strong communication, business development skills, and the ability to travel within the US.