HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc. · 1 day ago
Senior Cultural Resources Project Manager – Southern California
HELIX Environmental Planning is an employee-owned firm recognized for integrity and innovation, seeking a Senior Cultural Resources Project Manager to lead cultural resource studies across Southern California. The role involves managing complex archaeological projects, overseeing technical work, and mentoring emerging professionals while engaging in business development efforts.
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Responsibilities
Manage cultural resource studies across Southern California
Lead business development efforts
Oversee technical work from archival research to excavation and monitoring
Proposal preparation
Client outreach
Tribal coordination
Staff mentorship
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in archaeology, anthropology, history, or related field
Registered Professional Archaeologist
10+ years in cultural resources management
5+ years of experience working for an environmental consulting firm and/or agency
Demonstrated experience with Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III archaeological surveys, analysis, and documentation requirements
A successful track record in business development in California, with proven sales generation and client relationships
Experience with Southern California coastal and inland prehistoric and historic archaeology within San Diego, Riverside, Orange, and Los Angeles Counties
Expertise in CEQA, NEPA, NHPA, Health and Safety, and AB 52 compliance
Experience coordinating with local Tribal representatives, resulting in positive Tribal relationships
Strong research, technical writing, and organizational skills
Valid CA driver's license and clean driving record
Preferred
Knowledge of Southern California local agency and municipality guidelines for CEQA cultural resource compliance
Existing client relationships
Archaeological experience in San Bernardino, Imperial, Ventura, Kern, Kings, or Santa Barbara Counties
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
Bonus program
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) with employer contributions