Senior Cultural Resources Lead | Archaeology & Compliance

Verdantas LLC; Blue Ash (OH); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Paid parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off + holidays

Job summary

Verdantas LLC is seeking a senior cultural resources leader to direct Phase I–III archaeological investigations and ensure Section 106 compliance. You will establish standards, mentor staff, and coordinate with SHPOs, tribal nations, and federal agencies.

You’ll review complex reports, lead multi‑agency coordination, and guide technical strategy for major projects. A PI background and experience with NHPA/NEPA are required, with a passion for data‑driven, sustainable infrastructure solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, or related field.
• Progressive cultural resources consulting experience with senior responsibilities.
• Experience as Principal Investigator on federal undertakings.
• Strong knowledge of Section106, NHPA, NEPA, and historic preservation compliance.
• Experience leading archaeological investigations and preparing documentation.
• Ability to collaborate with regulators, tribal partners, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong technical writing, communication, leadership, problem‑solving, and client‑management skills.
• Ability to establish technical standards and mentor developing professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior technical direction for Phase I‑III archaeological investigations and Section106 compliance.
• Establish and maintain technical standards, field protocols, and QA/QC practices across the Cultural Resources practice.
• Review complex technical reports, determinations of eligibility, and National Register nominations.
• Lead engagement with SHPOs, THPOs, tribal nations, and federal agencies.
• Coordinate cultural resources work across engineering, environmental, planning, and GIS project teams.
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients on complex, high‑profile engagements.
• Represent Verdantas during agency meetings, regulatory hearings, and client presentations.
• Lead or support technical strategy for major pursuits and client development opportunities.

Skills

Senior leadership

Regulatory coordination

Technical writing

Client management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology/Archaeology/History

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Verdantas LLC is seeking a senior cultural resources leader to direct Phase I–III archaeological investigations and ensure Section 106 compliance. You will establish standards, mentor staff, and coordinate with SHPOs, tribal nations, and federal agencies.

You’ll review complex reports, lead multi‑agency coordination, and guide technical strategy for major projects. A PI background and experience with NHPA/NEPA are required, with a passion for data‑driven, sustainable infrastructure solutions.