Senior Archaeologist & Cultural Resources Leader (Remote)

LE002 Onterris Payroll, LLC; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris seeks a Principal Archaeologist to lead and grow our Cultural Resources practice in the Central and East Regions. This role blends technical leadership with business development to deliver integrated archaeological solutions for complex projects.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in cultural resources, with strong NEPA/NHPA knowledge and experience managing large programs. Remote-friendly with travel as needed, reporting to regional leadership.

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, including BLM, USFS, NPS.
• Demonstrated experience building, leading, or significantly growing a cultural resources practice, service line, business unit, or regional program.
• Experience managing large, complex cultural resources projects.
• Strong working knowledge of NEPA, NHPA Sections 106 and 110, ARPA, NAGPRA, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Experience overseeing proposal development, cost estimating, competitive pursuits, interviews, and contract negotiations.
• Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to recruit, mentor, manage, and develop technical staff.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, including the ability to lead client discussions and prepare or oversee complex technical documents and compliance reports.
• Ability to operate independently while contributing to broader company goals and leadership initiatives.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with GIS platforms and cultural resources databases preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel as necessary to support project, client, and business development needs.

Responsibilities

• Developing the Cultural Resources practice for Central and East Regions, including strategic support and market expansion.
• 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 internal subject matter experts to deliver integrated solutions for complex projects.
• Overseeing proposals, cost estimating, and interview execution.
• QA/QC oversight of high-volume programs/projects.
• Project staffing, budget and schedule management.
• Mentoring and developing staff, fostering technical excellence and professional growth.
• Maintaining compliance with safety, confidentiality, and company policies.
• Staying current on industry trends, regulations, and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Client development

Strategic direction

Independent execution

Travel willingness

Education

Master's degree in Archaeology or Anthropology

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS

Job description

Onterris seeks a Principal Archaeologist to lead and grow our Cultural Resources practice in the Central and East Regions. This role blends technical leadership with business development to deliver integrated archaeological solutions for complex projects.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in cultural resources, with strong NEPA/NHPA knowledge and experience managing large programs. Remote-friendly with travel as needed, reporting to regional leadership.