Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist (Senior Level)

Company: Environmental Resources Management (ERM)
Location: Dallas
Posted on: April 1, 2025

Job Description:

Principal Technical Consultant, Archaeologist (Principal Level)Apply locations Dallas, Texas Houston, Texas New Orleans, Louisiana Austin, Texas time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R00025459ERM is seeking highly motivated Principal Technical Consultant, Archaeologist to join our global consulting firm as part of our Cultural Resources Services team. This is a full-time, salary-based position that can be based from a local ERM office or fully remote. Applicants are preferred to be local to Austin, Dallas, Houston, or New Orleans, as well as be familiar with the relevant regional regulatory processes (i.e., federal, state, and municipal). Demonstrated regional high-level consulting experience is required. Successful candidates must be flexible and responsive to a challenging and changing work environment where schedules and tasks fluctuate according to the needs of the projects and clients.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 the area of 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/schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables.
• Lead, manage performance, hire and retain, inspire and mentor personnel for overall success of the technical team.
• Capitalize on existing ERM client relationships to expand ERM's profile and market share in the Cultural Resource market.
• Participate on teams comprised of impact assessment professionals from multiple offices around the global ERM organization.
• Interact with various State Historic Preservation Offices, federal agencies, and access online cultural resource databases.
• Lead and supervise staff in an office setting and/or during fieldwork.
• Perform research and write technical reports.
• Potentially conduct fieldwork.REQUIREMENTS:
  • Graduate degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or closely related field of study plus 8 or more years of related paid experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to carry research to completion.
  • Registered Professional Archaeologist.
  • Ability to obtain archaeological and cultural resource permits.
  • Demonstrated experience completing inventory, survey, testing, and/or data recovery.
  • Experience as primary author on agency-reviewed technical reports.
  • Must have strong attention to detail in documentation of work.
  • Experience interacting with regulatory agency personnel preferred.
  • Proficient in permitting regulations for cultural resources, including, but not limited to FERC, USACE, THC.
  • Excellent communication and computer skills.
  • Demonstrated business development abilities and the ability to maintain long-term relationships with clients.
  • Ability to manage and work within a team as well as independently.
  • Limited travel within the United States.
  • Well-developed teambuilding and influencing skills; unquestioned integrity; and the experience, confidence, and stature to effectively address client and business needs and challenges.
  • Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.Desired Qualifications:
    • Previous experience with energy-related projects and undertakings.
    • Previous laboratory materials processing experience desired.
    • Previous experience supervising personnel and direct reports.
    • Strong oral and written communication skills.
    • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
    • Detail oriented; resourceful.
    • Positive and energetic attitude.
    • Self-motivated; strong initiative.Who We Are:As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.Thank you for your interest in ERM!
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