Senior Field Lead Archaeologist - Cultural Resources

ERM; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Senior Consultant, Field Lead Archaeologist to conduct surveys and lead field projects across the United States, with a focus on the Southwest region. This salaried role blends fieldwork with regulatory analysis under NHPA Section 106.

You will prepare technical reports, coordinate with SHPO/BLM, and collaborate with planners, GIS, and engineers. Travel up to 75% and ability to lift 50 lbs are required. Master’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years (4+ years preferred) of professional experience.
• Demonstrated Field Lead experience in the Southwest.
• Eligibility to be listed on BLM, ARPA, and state permits.
• Strong knowledge of Arizona cultural resource regulations (NHPA Section 106).
• Experience authoring agency-reviewed technical reports.
• Ability to lead field efforts independently or with a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to travel within the United States.
• Fieldwork up to 75% during peak season; rest on desktop/organizational efforts.
• Ability to walk up to 10 miles/day; lift up to 50 lbs.; shovel-test excavation.
• Experience with GPS, GIS, mapping tools.
• Driver’s license; travel to client sites.
• Not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct archaeological surveys, testing, data recovery, and construction monitoring.
• Prepare technical report sections for cultural resource investigations and environmental documents.
• Perform archival and desktop research to support project analyses.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies including SHPO and BLM.
• Support environmental permitting and compliance processes.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (planners, biologists, GIS specialists, engineers).
• Represent ERM in client, stakeholder, and agency interactions.
• Contribute to business development and growth in cultural heritage services.

Skills

Field Lead

NHPA Section 106

Report writing

Travel readiness

GPS/GIS

Driver's license

Education

Master’s degree in Anthropology/Archaeology

Tools

GPS

GIS

Mapping tools

Job description

ERM is seeking a Senior Consultant, Field Lead Archaeologist to conduct surveys and lead field projects across the United States, with a focus on the Southwest region. This salaried role blends fieldwork with regulatory analysis under NHPA Section 106.

You will prepare technical reports, coordinate with SHPO/BLM, and collaborate with planners, GIS, and engineers. Travel up to 75% and ability to lift 50 lbs are required. Master’s degree preferred.