Principal Technical Consultant, Archaeologist - Oregon or Washington

Principal Technical Consultant, Archaeologist - Oregon or Washington

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If you’re a seasoned Archaeologist ready to shape high‑impact cultural resources work across the Pacific Northwest and Northern Rockies, this is your moment. At ERM, you won’t just manage projects—you’ll influence strategy, mentor emerging talent, and guide clients through some of the most meaningful regulatory and cultural landscapes in the region. Join a global consulting firm where your expertise directly drives legacy‑level outcomes.

As a Principal Technical Consultant, Archaeologist, you play a critical role in ensuring that major capital projects honor cultural heritage and comply with complex federal, state, and local requirements. Your leadership helps clients navigate evolving regulatory environments while maintaining cultural integrity, building community trust, and advancing responsible development across the Pacific Northwest and Northern Rockies.

• Lead cultural resources strategy and execution for projects ranging from multi-state linear infrastructure to highly localized site studies.
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• Serve as a senior technical authority—over.observe permit administration, ensuring rigorous QA/QC, and providing expert guidance on NEPA/SEPA and agency consultations.
• Build and strengthen client relationships that expand ERM’s presence and influence in the Cultural Resources market.
• Mentor and develop a diverse team of archaeologists, helping shape the next generation of technical leaders.
• Collaborate across ERM’s multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated, high-quality solutions for clients in the energy sector and beyond.

• Graduate degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field.
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• 10+ years of paid professional experience.
• Ability to be listed as Principal Investigator on BLM Cultural Resources Use Permits, ARPA permits, and relevant state permits.
• Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) meeting or exceeding WA DAHP, OR SHPO, other regional SHPO standards, and Secretary of the Interior requirements.
• Demonstrated principal-level archaeological experience in the Pacific Northwest and/or Northern Rockies, including inventory, survey, testing, and data recoverykiem.
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• Experience serving as Field Director or Principal Investigator for federal and state permits