Senior Managing Archaeologist & Cultural Resources Lead

ERM; Missoula (MT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Disability

401(k)

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist to lead and oversee multidisciplinary archaeological projects across the United States. You will guide teams, foster client relationships, and advance ERM's leadership in cultural resources while navigating regulatory requirements and dynamic project needs.

The role emphasizes technical excellence, business development, and mentorship, with opportunities to collaborate with ERM's global organization and to travel as required across

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or closely related field plus 8+ years of related paid experience or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated ability to carry research to completion.
• 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).
• Excellent communication and computer skills.
• Demonstrated business development abilities and the ability to maintain long-term client relationships.
• Ability to manage and work within a team as well as independently.
• Limited travel within the United States.
• Strong teambuilding and influencing skills; integrity; and ability to address client and business needs.
• Driver's License required for frequent travel to client locations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee team performing literature review, field reconnaissance, surveys, and excavation for archaeological studies.
• Provide technical consulting to support ERM's growth in archaeology and cultural heritage.
• Interact with ERM practice areas to share multidisciplinary resources nationwide.
• Represent ERM 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 deliverables.
• Lead, manage, hire, inspire, and mentor personnel for the technical team.
• Capitalize on ERM client relationships to expand market share in Cultural Resources through excellence and business development.
• Partner with ERM colleagues to deepen client relationships and establish new ones for revenue growth.
• Participate on teams with impact assessment professionals across ERM's global organization.
• Interact with SHPOs, federal agencies, and online cultural resource databases.
• Lead and supervise staff in office and field settings; conduct research and prepare reports.
• Provide technical assistance to clients across the United States to support project delivery and development initiatives.

Skills

Archaeology expertise

Team leadership

Project management

Business development

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Mentoring

Travel readiness

Education

Graduate degree in Anthropology/Archaeology

Tools

Microsoft Office Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ERM is seeking a Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist to lead and oversee multidisciplinary archaeological projects across the United States. You will guide teams, foster client relationships, and advance ERM's leadership in cultural resources while navigating regulatory requirements and dynamic project needs.

The role emphasizes technical excellence, business development, and mentorship, with opportunities to collaborate with ERM's global organization and to travel as required across