Senior Cultural Resources Project Manager
Senior Cultural Resources Project Manager
Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN | Full-Time | 50% Travel
Scientific | $85K-$120K + Massive Bonus Potential
A nationally respected consulting firm is seeking a Senior Cultural Resources Project Manager to lead archaeological investigations and cultural resource management across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and environmental projects. This is a high-impact, client-facing role with significant autonomy and leadership opportunity.
What You'll Do:
- Serve as Principal Investigator for surveys, excavations, and construction monitoring.
- Lead project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and delivery.
- Coordinate with clients, agencies, and internal teams to ensure compliance and quality.
- Author technical reports and contribute to proposals and strategic planning.
- Mentor junior staff and support professional development.
- Expand market reach and identify new project opportunities.
What You Bring:
- A Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited program required.
- Master's or PhD in archaeology, anthropology, or related field.
- Meets Secretary of the Interior standards for archaeology.
- 6+ years of experience in field investigations, artifact analysis, and compliance.
- Familiarity with Midwest states (MN, ND, SD, WI) and federal permitting.
- Strong writing, leadership, and GPS/data collection skills.
- Ability to work in remote field conditions and dynamic environments.
- Registered Professional Archaeologist (preferred).
- Prior consulting and federal agency experience (preferred).
Why This Role Stands Out:
- Lead meaningful cultural resource work with autonomy and impact.
- Join a 100% employee-owned firm with entrepreneurial culture.
- Competitive pay + discretionary year-end bonus.
- Work on projects that shape communities and preserve heritage.
- Comprehensive benefits including health, 401(k) match, PTO, and ESOP.
Apply by November 30 for priority consideration.
Send your resume with the subject line: Cultural Resources Project Manager - Minneapolis.
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