Cultural Resources Project Manager – Southern California

Cultural Resources Project Manager – Southern California

HELIX is seeking a Cultural Resources Project Manager to join our Southern California team. HELIX offers cultural resources, environmental, biological, acoustical, air quality, and GIS services to both the public and private sectors. Our cultural resources staff completes all types of cultural resources studies for a wide range of local, state, and federal projects.

The Cultural Resources Project Manager position will be responsible for managing cultural resource studies for small to large projects, in coordination with HELIX’s Cultural Resources senior staff. Duties may include conducting and/or oversight of research, field surveys, data recovery and analysis operations, artifact analysis, and mitigation monitoring programs; report and site record preparation; coordination with other cultural resources and environmental planning staff and subconsultants;

proposal preparation; and interaction with clients and reviewing agencies. The ideal candidate must have a demonstrated ability to manage project deliverable timelines and budgets effectively, a positive attitude, and experience working in a team-oriented environment. Knowledge of the southern california cultural environmental and regulatory setting is required.

Duties/Key Responsibilities

• conducting and/or oversight of research, field surveys, data recovery and analysis operations, and artifact analysis
• managing and conducting mitigation monitoring programs
• report and site record preparation
• proposal preparation
• interaction with clients and reviewing agencies
• project management
• coordination with other cultural resources and environmental planning staff, subconsultants, and Tribal representatives
• coordination and logistical support of field staff and fieldwork
• preparation of technical documents

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in archaeology, anthropology, history, or closely related field with a concentration in archaeology.
• Minimum of 6 years of demonstrated experience with archaeological projects, including field surveys, site testing or data recovery, preparation of California Department of Parks and Recreation 523-series forms, and authoring or contributing to archaeological studies or reports.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working for an environmental consulting firm and/or agency, including overseeing archaeology projects, and completing archaeology surveys/studies/monitoring programs in conformance with CEQA, NHPA Section 106, or NEPA.
• Knowledge federal and California laws and regulations (i.e., CEQA, NEPA and Section 106 of the NHPA) pertaining to historic and archaeological resource management and an understanding of regulatory agency programs, procedures, and policies pertaining to cultural resource management.
• Experience in the study of southern California prehistoric and historic archaeology.
• Strong research, technical writing, organizational, and verbal communication skills.
• Valid CA driver’s license and clean driving record.

Additional Qualifications Considered a Plus

• Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) or willingness to immediately work toward achieving the necessary educational and experience requirements to obtain this certification.
• Knowledge of southern California local agency guidelines for CEQA compliance, including guidelines pertaining to the completion of cultural resource studies
• Professional experience with agency coordination
• Professional experience with Native American coordination/communication
• Existing client relationships
• Experience preparing proposals including a scope of work and/or budget

Salary will be based on qualifications and/or experience, with a robust benefits package. Expected starting pay range of $79,000 to $110,000.

Remote Work Considerations: A hybrid work environment or fully remote is available for well-qualified candidates. Must be available for field work, site visits, and meetings in Southern California.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates must apply online through Paylocity with a resume and cover letter. Begin by clicking “Apply Now” below.

HELIX is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and an inclusive work…