Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist

ERM • Richmond, DC

20h • $89,926 - $112,764

About The Position

As a seasoned cultural resources leader, you understand the importance of protecting heritage while advancing modern infrastructure. At ERM , you’ll translate that expertise into strategic oversight, project leadership, and regional influence—guiding complex archaeological initiatives that shape responsible development across the Mid‑Atlantic and beyond. Why This Role Matters As a Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist , you’ll guide high‑impact cultural resources projects across the Mid‑Atlantic and beyond—strengthening ERM’s ability to deliver thoughtful, compliant, and culturally sensitive solutions that protect heritage while supporting community and client needs. This is your opportunity to lead at scale, mentor the next generation, and shape how organizations approach cultural stewardship nationwide. This full-time, salary-based position that will be associated with ERM’s Richmond, Washington D.C., or Philadelphia office.

Requirements

• Graduate degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related discipline.
• 4+ years (7+ years preferred) of paid professional experience in archaeology and cultural resources.
• Qualifications to serve as a Principal Investigator.
• Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) standing and ability to meet/exceed qualifications for Virginia DHR, PA SHPO, MHT, and Secretary of the Interior standards.
• Proven leadership in directing archaeological survey, testing, and data recovery across the Mid‑Atlantic.
• Demonstrated experience preparing agency‑reviewed cultural resource documentation (e.g., Phase I/II reports, NEPA sections, mitigation plans).
• Experience interacting with agency personnel in a consulting environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to travel across the Mid‑Atlantic and occasionally across the eastern U.S.
• Ability to conduct fieldwork up to 50% during peak season, including long-distance walking, navigating difficult terrain, and lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Proficiency with GPS units, total stations, ArcGIS FieldMaps/Survey123, and other common field mapping tools.
• 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.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to serve as Principal Investigator in multiple states.
• Prior experience supervising direct reports or managing technical teams.
• Laboratory materials processing experience.

Responsibilities

• Champion the delivery of high‑quality archaeological services across multiple, concurrent projects.
• Guide teams through literature reviews, field reconnaissance, surveys, and excavation activities.
• Serve as Task Manager, ensuring work is delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with ERM’s rigorous quality standards.
• Provide technical insight that strengthens ERM’s cultural resources practice and deepens client trust.
• Foster collaboration across ERM’s multidisciplinary teams and practice areas nationwide.
• Build strong client and agency relationships, representing ERM with professionalism and strategic insight.
• Mentor, develop, and inspire technical staff to achieve excellence.
• Oversee subcontractors to maintain consistency, quality, and efficient project execution.
• Contribute to proposal development and strategic business growth initiatives.
• Ensure compliance by engaging with State Historic Preservation Offices, federal agencies, and regional cultural resource databases.
• Lead archaeological investigations including literature reviews, field reconnaissance, surveys, and excavations.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time, high-quality, and budget‑aligned delivery.
• Provide technical subject‑matter expertise and review to uphold ERM standards and meet client needs.
• Build strong relationships with clients, agencies, and internal teams.
• Oversee subcontractors to maintain quality and consistency.
• Prepare and contribute to proposals to support business growth.
• Mentor and manage staff to support team development and success.
• Maintain accountability for billability targets, sales contribution, and BU goals.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

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