Senior Cultural Resources Lead & Regulatory Strategist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Environment

Paid Parental Leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off + Holidays

Job summary

Verdantas seeks a senior archaeologist to lead Phase I–III archaeological investigations and Section 106 compliance. You will set technical standards, supervise field protocols, and review complex eligibility determinations as part of a national cultural resources program.

You will engage with agencies, tribal partners, and clients, mentoring staff toward professional growth while driving high‑profile projects and strategic pursuits. A strong background in NHPA/NEPA is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, History or closely related discipline.
• Progressive experience in cultural resources consulting with senior responsibilities.
• Demonstrated PI experience on federal undertakings.
• Strong knowledge of Section 106, NHPA, NEPA, and historic preservation compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior technical direction for Phase I, II, and III archaeological investigations and 106 compliance.
• Establish and maintain technical standards, field protocols, and QA/QC for Cultural Resources practice.
• Review complex reports, determinations of eligibility, and National Register nominations.
• Lead resolution of challenging cultural resources issues and multi‑agency coordination.
• Coordinate cultural resources work across engineering, environmental, planning, and GIS teams.
• Serve as trusted technical advisor to clients on complex engagements.
• Represent Verdantas in agency meetings, regulatory hearings, and client presentations.

Skills

Cultural Resources

Project Leadership

Regulatory Coordination

Technical Writing

Client Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology/Archaeology/History

Master’s or Ph.D. preferred

Tools

GIS

Job description

Verdantas seeks a senior archaeologist to lead Phase I–III archaeological investigations and Section 106 compliance. You will set technical standards, supervise field protocols, and review complex eligibility determinations as part of a national cultural resources program.

You will engage with agencies, tribal partners, and clients, mentoring staff toward professional growth while driving high‑profile projects and strategic pursuits. A strong background in NHPA/NEPA is required.