Field Archaeological Monitor (Field Based)

Field Archaeological Monitor ERM is hiring Field Archaeological Monitor to provide on-site cultural resource monitoring and compliance support during the construction phase of our client’s data center project in Point Pleasant, West Virginia. The Field Archaeological Monitor works closely with construction personnel, project managers, and cultural resources leads to implement avoidance measures, respond to discoveries, and support uninterrupted project progress while maintaining regulatory compliance. This role requires strong field judgment, clear communication, and the ability to work safely and effectively in active construction environments. The position requires the ability to work independently, communicate effectively with project teams, and make sound, real-time decisions in the field. Successful candidates must be flexible and responsive to a changing work environment where schedules, site locations, and tasks fluctuate according to the needs of the project. This is a full-time (60 hours per week), limited-term role with a duration of 6 months and the possibility of extension. Responsibilities Monitor construction activities for potential cultural resource discoveries as instructed, such as during grading, trenching, excavation, and utility installation. Identify, document, and evaluate archaeological materials, features, and isolated finds. Implement unanticipated discovery procedures in accordance with project permits. Coordinate in real time with construction crews, project managers, and cultural resource leads. Maintain compliance with cultural resource permit conditions and environmental commitments. Complete daily monitoring logs, field notes, and photographic documentation. Collect GPS data as instructed. Assist with preparation of monitoring summaries, discovery documentation, and technical memoranda. Communicate findings, compliance concerns, and work status to project managers and senior archaeologists. Participate in construction worker cultural resource awareness briefings as needed. Support coordination with Native American tribal monitors, when applicable. Other duties as assigned or required. Compliance with ERM’s rigorous safety program. Requirements Graduate degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or closely related field of study, or equivalent experience. 5+ years of related experience. Secretary of the Interior-qualified archaeologist with skills and experience that meet or exceed SHPO requirements. Demonstrated field experience, including leading inventory, survey, testing, and/or data recovery efforts. Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams of archaeologists, construction, and other technical specialists. Previous experience with mapping equipment and other specialized field technologies (e.g., total station, GPS, ArcGIS FieldMaps, Survey123, or similar applications). Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area. Who We Are As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world‑class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level. ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Thank you for your interest in ERM! At ERM, sustainability is our business. We are the world’s largest advisory firm focused solely on sustainability, offering unparalleled expertise across business and finance. ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, through our unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities. Our diverse global team of experts works with the world’s leading organizations to help them set clear sustainability targets, measure progress and operationalize strategy through deep implementation and business transformation. With more than 50 years of experience, our ability to integrate sustainability solutions and our depth and breadth of technical knowledge are why organizations choose to partner with us as their trusted advisor. Every one of us firmly believes in the potential to create value for our clients through an integrated approach to sustainability (because we have personally seen it and professionally achieved it). Our team members are passionate about client service. We work closely with our clients to help them operationalize their sustainability goals and meet their environmental, health and safety objectives while advancing ERM’s purpose through delivering tangible progress in what the United Nations coined The Decade of Action. Organizing our people across globally integrated communities of technical and strategic talent positions ERM to be a “boots to boardroom” leader in bringing that value creation to our clients, partners, and the world. We recruit exceptional professionals with a personal and professional passion for sustainability and nurture them to even greater success as specialists. We prepare our consultants to bring integrated, innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and provide opportunities for ongoing development across a variety of subject areas related to technical, business, and personal growth. 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