Senior Archaeology & Cultural Resources Consultant

ERM; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Disability

401(k)

Other benefits

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist to lead multidisciplinary archaeological projects across the United States within ERM's Cultural Resources Services. You will guide high-performing teams, strengthen client relationships, and expand ERM's presence in the cultural resources market.

The role requires a graduate degree in Anthropology or Archaeology with 8+ years of experience, and involves regulatory permitting, fieldwork oversight, and high-level reporting.

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.
• Strong attention to detail in documentation of work.
• Proficient in permitting regulations for cultural resources (e.g., FERC, USACE, THC).

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team performing literature review, field reconnaissance, field surveys, and excavation for archaeological studies and projects.
• Provide technical consulting to grow ERM's business in archaeology and cultural heritage.
• Interact with other ERM practice areas to share resources and best practices across the country.
• Represent ERM in 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 while ensuring quality.

Skills

Archaeology leadership

Project management

Business development

Client engagement

Education

Graduate degree in Anthropology/Archaeology

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

ERM is seeking a Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist to lead multidisciplinary archaeological projects across the United States within ERM's Cultural Resources Services. You will guide high-performing teams, strengthen client relationships, and expand ERM's presence in the cultural resources market.

The role requires a graduate degree in Anthropology or Archaeology with 8+ years of experience, and involves regulatory permitting, fieldwork oversight, and high-level reporting.