Managing Technical Consultant, Archaeologist - Colorado

About the role

Lead the future of cultural resource management and shape meaningful outcomes across complex, high-impact projects. ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Archaeologist (Colorado-based or Remote – United States) to join our Cultural Resources Services team.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted technical expert in archaeology and cultural resources for diverse projects across the United States
• Lead and deliver archaeological studies that meet federal, state, and local regulatory requirements
• Strengthen ERM’s client relationships by providing thoughtful, strategic guidance on permitting and compliance
• Mentor and guide junior staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
• Contribute to business growth through proposal development and expanding client partnerships
• Support cross-functional collaboration across ERM’s national practice areas

Requirements

• Required Graduate degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or closely related field of study or 6 to 8 years of related paid experience
• Colorado archaeological experience as a field director
• Demonstrated experience completing inventory, survey, testing, and/or data recovery
• Demonstrated experience as primary author on agency-reviewed technical reports
• Demonstrated business development abilities
• Strong attention to detail in documentation of work
• Excellent communication and computer skills
• Ability to work within a team as well as independently
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be locally available for projects
• Able to frequently travel to field sites located in and out of state
• Able to walk long distances (up to ten miles per day) in varying terrain under adverse conditions, including inclement weather and wildlife encounters; able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.; able to excavate shovel tests
• 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

Qualifications

• Preferred Registered Professional Archaeologist
• Previous experience with mapping equipment and other special application equipment (e.g., total station, GPS, etc.)
• Previous laboratory materials processing experience
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel
• Detail oriented; resourceful
• Positive and energetic attitude
• Self-motivated with strong initiative