ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Project Managers and Senior Management to plan and execute projects, ensuring adherence to scope, timelines, and budgets.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients and other stakeholders during field investigations and throughout project development.
• Support the direction and supervision of field crews, laboratory staff, and GIS specialists, ensuring efficient and accurate data collection and analysis.
• Assist in the preparation of cultural resource management reports and deliverables that comply with state and federal laws and regulations, including Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.
• Provide training and mentorship to junior archaeological staff in field methods and best practices.
• Participate in field surveys, excavations, and artifact analysis, as needed.
• Utilize GPS equipment and other field technologies to document sites and coordinate fieldwork.
• Maintain accurate records of project activities, methods, and findings.
• Monitor project progress and assist in problem-solving to address challenges and optimize efficiency.
• Perform other duties and support special projects as assigned.
• Contribute to report writing.

Competencies

Education, Experience, & Qualifications

• Master’s Degree (M.A. or M.S.) or higher in Anthropology/Archaeology required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in cultural resource management (CRM).
• At least two years of supervisory experience.
• Familiarity with historic preservation laws and regulations, particularly Section 106.
• Strong background in archaeological field methods, laboratory analysis, and artifact cataloging.
• Proficiency in using GPS equipment and related field technologies.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

Physical & Mental Demands

Work Environment

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervising field crews and ensuring compliance with project protocols as needed.
• Work Authorization : Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
• Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran service, genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Our Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on any of the characteristics listed here. Improper interference with the ability of our employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Our Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which our Company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.