Cultural Resources Project Manager

HELIX ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING, INC. • Sacramento, CA

4d • $80,000 - $110,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Make your mark on Northern California’s cultural landscape—leading impactful projects that connect history, communities, and responsible development. As a Cultural Resources Project Manager at HELIX Environmental Planning, you’ll play a key role in shaping how cultural resources are preserved and managed across the region. At HELIX Environmental Planning, we are passionate about delivering high-quality environmental consulting services while fostering a collaborative, supportive culture. As a Cultural Resources Project Manager, you’ll join a multidisciplinary team that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. The Cultural Resources Project Manager role offers flexibility with a hybrid or fully remote work environment, paired with meaningful fieldwork and site engagement across Northern California.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in archaeology, anthropology, history, or related field
• Minimum 6 years of archaeology experience (field surveys, reports, and agency coordination)
• At least 2 years in environmental consulting or agency settings
• Strong knowledge of CEQA, NEPA, and Section 106 compliance
• Experience with northern and central California prehistoric and historic archaeology
• Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Valid California driver’s license
• Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) or ability to obtain

Nice To Haves

• Specialized analytical skills (e.g., geoarchaeology, lithics, ceramics)
• GPS and field data collection experience
• Experience coordinating with agencies and Native American groups
• Established client relationships

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee cultural resources projects across Northern California
• Manage research, field surveys, data recovery, and artifact analysis
• Direct mitigation monitoring programs and reporting efforts
• Prepare proposals and technical documents
• Coordinate with clients, agencies, Tribal representatives, and internal teams
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables
• Support business development and client relationship growth

Benefits

• Robust benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior