Senior Consultant, Field Lead Archaeologist

Sacramento, California, USFull-time$79k2026-10-06 → 2026-10-22

Core

Lead field archaeology investigations and regulatory analysis to protect cultural resources and inform environmental decision-making for development projects.

Role type

Senior IC field archaeologist (consultant)

Builds

Archaeological surveys, testing, data recovery, and construction monitoring reports

Domain

Cultural heritage / Environmental consulting / Southwestern US

Required skills

Field leadership, regulatory compliance (NHPA Section 106), technical reporting, archival research, GIS/GPS, physical fieldwork endurance, excavation, client/stakeholder engagement

Preferred skills

Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) designation, prehistoric/historic artifact analysis, historic structures expertise

Technologies

GPS, GIS applications, mapping tools

Responsibilities

Conduct archaeological surveys, testing, data recovery, and construction monitoring; Prepare technical report sections for cultural resource investigations; Perform archival and desktop research; Collaborate with regulatory agencies (SHPO, BLM); Support environmental permitting and compliance processes; Partner with cross-functional teams; Represent firm in client and agency interactions

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

About erm

ERM is seeking established and emerging executive leaders to join our global consulting firm as a Consulting Partner, Site Investigation and Remediation (SIR) based in Toronto or Ottawa. This is a unique opportunity to become an owner and shareholder in the world's leading sustainability consultancy while helping clients tackle complex environmental liabilities, unlock asset value, and achieve their long-term sustainability objectives. As a Partner, you will combine technical excellence, business leadership, and strategic client engagement to drive growth, mentor future leaders, and shape the