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Experience with artifact identification/classification, in-field documentation, site recording processes, knowledge of land managing agency requirements, and other specialized skills necessary for the successful conduct and completion of a wide array of archaeological projects. The Senior Cultural Resource Project Manager position leads complex cultural resources projects located predominantly within the northern Great Basin, Plateau, and northwestern Great Plains cultural areas.

Location: Idaho, Utah, or Montana Title: Senior Cultural Resources Project Manager Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time Travel Required: Yes (25-50%) Government Clearance: Ability to Obtain Incorporated in 2011, North Wind Resource Consulting's core capabilities include environmental documentation and permitting; natural and cultural resource surveys; wildlife and botanical expertise; National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) technical services; historic and prehistoric surveys; environmental consultation such as Section 106 for cultural resources, Section 404 for wetlands, and Section 7 for endangered species); and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and mapping capabilities. North Wind Resource Consulting maintains offices across the country. POSITION PURPOSE: The Senior Cultural Resource Project Manager position leads complex cultural resources projects located predominantly within the northern Great Basin, Plateau, and northwestern Great Plains cultural areas. Work would predominately be on public lands in Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, and Oregon, but could also include other lands in these and surrounding States. This position is responsible for directing cultural resources compliance, technical execution, project controls, client communication, and staff leadership for projects involving federal, state, tribal, and private-sector clients. The role supports infrastructure, energy, transmission, mining, transportation, land development, and public lands work, with a strong emphasis on Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, NEPA, and related regulatory requirements. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li>Manage cultural resources projects from proposal and scoping through field implementation, reporting, agency review, invoicing, and closeout.</li><li>Direct or oversee Class I, II, and III investigations; survey, testing, data recovery, monitoring, and related field efforts as required by project scope and jurisdiction.</li><li>Prepare, review, and approve cultural resources technical documents, including research designs, survey reports, eligibility recommendations, effect determinations, treatment plans, and agency submittals.</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, subcontractors, internal teams, and supporting agencies on assigned projects.</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop project archaeologists, field directors, crew leads, and technical staff.</li><li>Develop project scopes, schedules, staffing plans, budgets, and work plans; track performance against cost, schedule, and quality objectives.</li><li>Demonstrate successful managing of multiple projects, budgets, schedules, staff, and client relationships simultaneously.</li><li>Provide senior-level QA/QC review to ensure technical defensibility, regulatory sufficiency, and consistency with company standards.</li><li>Support coordination with SHPOs, THPOs, tribal governments, federal land managers, and other consulting parties in a professional and culturally appropriate manner.</li><li>Coordinate with the Program Managers, Project Managers, field technicians and Line Supervisor.</li><li>Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the archaeology and history of Idaho and/or adjacent states.</li><li>Maintain North Wind and project-specific safety awareness and practices.</li><li>Execute projects within the stipulations/guidelines as outlined in the North Wind Field Manual</li></ul>ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li>Serve as Principal Investigator or senior technical reviewer where qualifications and project needs require.</li><li>Support proposals, fee development, interviews, and client account growth in the northern Great Basin, Plateau, and northwestern Great Plains cultural areas.</li><li>Contribute to internal SOPs, templates, training materials, and project delivery standards for cultural resources services.</li><li>Coordinate with GIS, biological resources, environmental planning, permitting, engineering, and construction teams on multidisciplinary projects.</li><li>Assist with workforce planning, recruiting, interview participation, onboarding, and deployment of field and office staff.</li><li>Represent the company in client meetings, technical workshops, industry events, and community or tribal coordination settings, as appropriate.</li><li>Perform other related duties necessary to support project success, operational performance, and business growth.</li></ul>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: <ul><li>Must have a Master's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a closely related discipline.</li><li>Ten (10) or more years of progressively responsible cultural resources experience, including Class III archaeological surveys, monitoring, and testing projects in the North-Central region (Idaho, Montana, Utah, Wyoming, etc.). </li><li>Must have been previously listed on a variety of federal and state permits in Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, and/or Utah and can demonstrate a strong understanding of Section 106 and 110 of the National Historic Preservation Act.</li><li>Must possess experience in the northern Great Basin, Plateau, and/or northwestern Great Plains cultural areas and the ability to be permitted as a Principal Investigator (PI).</li><li>Meet the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards in Archaeology.</li><li>Experience with GPS/GNSS, GIS, digital field data collection, and common project management software.</li><li>Experience with artifact identification/classification, in-field documentation, site recording processes, knowledge of land managing agency requirements, and other specialized skills necessary for the successful conduct and completion of a wide array of archaeological projects.</li></ul>Skills and Abilities: <ul><li>Possesses a strong work ethic with a developed and mature sense of professionalism</li><li>Possesses strong technical writing skills demonstrated in completion of Class I and Class III reports</li><li>Demonstrates a strong comprehension of computer programs such as Word, Excel, Adobe, and Outlook</li><li>Must be a team player that has managed large-scale surveys, testing and/or excavation projects.</li><li>Willingness and desire to learn as well as ask questions</li><li>Ability to follow written and oral instruction</li><li>Strong communication (verbal and written), organizational, and leadership skills.</li><li>Displays excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Willingness to work irregular hours (e.g., early mornings, late nights, weekends)</li><li>Willingness and ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic setting, and to consistently maintain high performance standards</li><li>Familiarity with Idaho Cultural Resource Information System (ICRIS)</li></ul>Special Requirements: <ul><li>Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA)</li><li>Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screening</li><li>Must possess a valid driver's license with all necessary endorsements</li><li>Ability to work extended or adjusted schedules during field mobilizations, demobilization, construction support, or schedule-driven project periods.</li><li>Applicants are required to have REAL ID ACT compliant documentation at time of hire and nothing on record that would prohibit employment on federal government contracts</li><li>Ability and willingness to travel is required. </li></ul>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: <ul><li>Experience with BLM projects, state review processes in the North-Central region, and tribal coordination support is strongly preferred.</li><li>Register of Professional Archaeologists membership or eligibility preferred</li></ul>PHYSICAL DEMANDS: <ul><li>Sometimes this position may require long periods of walking, climbing, standing, stooping, kneeling, and bending for periods of up to 10-12 hours per day. </li><li>Frequent carrying of a backpack with equipment of up to 20 lbs. across uneven terrain. </li><li>Ability and willingness to travel to various field locations on various occasions, walk and conduct fieldwork across rugged terrain and in inclement weather</li></ul>WORKING ENVIRONMENT: A majority of the work will be performed in an office setting. Some projects may require time outdoors in challenging and rapidly changing environments to include all types of weather conditions to include extreme heat or cold environments, traverse uneven terrain. Ability to work safely in desert, upland, and remote field environments and in variable seasonal weather conditions. May include camping in remote locations for multiple days at a time. North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.  If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the <a href="https://northwindgrp.com/careers/request-for-reasonable-accommodation-confidential/" rel="nofollow">Request for Reasonable Accommodation</a> form to get assistance.North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment. Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.

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