Senior Archaeology & Cultural Resources Consultant

Tech Sales Jobs; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist to lead complex cultural resource projects across the United States. You will oversee multidisciplinary archaeology studies, mentor teams, strengthen client relationships, and help expand ERM’s presence in the cultural resources market.

The role requires a graduate degree in Anthropology or Archaeology with 8+ years of experience, strong report writing, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to travel domestically.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or closely related field plus 8+ years of related paid experience.
• Ability to obtain archaeological and cultural resource permits.
• Experience as primary author on agency-reviewed technical reports.
• Proficiency with permitting regulations (FERC, USACE, THC).
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Limited travel within the United States.
• Driver's License required: valid driver's license and ability to travel to client locations.
• 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 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 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

Archaeology expertise

Leadership

Business development

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Travel readiness

Education

Graduate degree in Anthropology/Archaeology

Tools

Microsoft Office Word & Excel

Job description

ERM is seeking a Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist to lead complex cultural resource projects across the United States. You will oversee multidisciplinary archaeology studies, mentor teams, strengthen client relationships, and help expand ERM’s presence in the cultural resources market.

The role requires a graduate degree in Anthropology or Archaeology with 8+ years of experience, strong report writing, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to travel domestically.