Senior Archaeology Program Lead & Consultant

ERM; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 90,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability

AD&D insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist to lead multidisciplinary cultural resource projects across the United States, overseeing fieldwork, reporting, and client engagement. The role emphasizes mentoring teams, developing new business, and ensuring regulatory compliance, with occasional travel and collaboration across ERM's global organization.

Applicants should have a graduate degree in Anthropology or Archaeology with 8+ years experience, strong writing skills, and

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or closely related field and 8+ years of related paid experience.
• Ability to obtain archaeological and cultural resource permits.
• Experience as primary author on agency-reviewed technical reports.
• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in permitting regulations (e.g., FERC, USACE, THC).
• Demonstrated business development abilities and client relationship management.
• Limited travel within the United States.
• Excellent communication and computer skills.

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.

Skills

Archaeology

Field surveys

Regulatory permits

Technical reports

Team leadership

Business development

Client management

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate degree in Anthropology/Archaeology

Tools

Microsoft Office Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ERM is seeking a Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist to lead multidisciplinary cultural resource projects across the United States, overseeing fieldwork, reporting, and client engagement. The role emphasizes mentoring teams, developing new business, and ensuring regulatory compliance, with occasional travel and collaboration across ERM's global organization.

Applicants should have a graduate degree in Anthropology or Archaeology with 8+ years experience, strong writing skills, and