We're Hiring! Project Manager Position Open

Education/Experience Requirements

Must possess a bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, Heritage Management, or a closely related field.

Specialized experience may include, but is not limited to:

• Minimum of five (5) years of supervisory and fieldwork experience required
• Knowledge of National Environmental Policy Act, Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, Section 106, Section 110, and associated federal and state laws and regulations
• Previous report writing experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and formatting
• Supervisory experience in all aspects of cultural resources survey, site recording, and significance evaluations
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and apply decision-making skills
• Ability to work within defined schedules and meet deadlines

Additional Qualifications that can provide preference:

• Master’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, Heritage Management, or related field.
• Knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop, and/or Illustrator
• Permittable in the Southwest
• Previous Southwest, specifically Arizona, experience

Duties and responsibilities

These duties may vary depending on job assignment and firm needs.

• Managing small cultural resource projects
• Authoring and editing site documentation and technical reports
• Overseeing field crews and completion of tasks
• Remain current with protocol for conducting cultural resources work, particularly in the Southwest.
• Maintain good working relationships with state and federal agency contacts and clients.
• Develop and maintain the Cornerstone’s quality assurance/quality control program and ensure that all fieldwork, analysis, and report production is conducted in accordance with company standards and guidelines.
• Oversee the training and mentoring cultural resources staff.
• Manage budgets and prepare proposals.
• Take initiative, resolve problems, and create improved procedures to ensure that tasks are completed in the most effective manner
• Work to promote Cornerstone’s business interests in adherence to its mission, vision, and values

Working conditions & Physical requirements

Office work is required, which may include extended periods of sitting.

Occasionally, fieldwork may be required which may include strenuous outdoor activity, such as walking, rough terrain in isolated areas in a variety of environments where terrain may be steep, uneven, rocky, and covered with vegetation. Climate ranges from extremely dry to extremely wet and from hot to cold. Rain, snow, wind, or dust may be encountered. The work may require the use of protective clothing and footwear.

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
• Must be able to communicate clearly to others.
• Must be able to meet tight deadlines, working overtime if necessary.
• Must be able to see small detail and color variation.
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures on steep, rocky, uneven terrain.
• Must have a valid local driver’s license and a vehicle for local travel, as requested.

Direct reports

Cultural Resource Specialist I (crew member/field technician) – number to vary per project.

Cultural Resource Specialist II (crew chief) – number to vary per project.

Cultural Resource Specialist III (field director) – number to vary per project.

Historic Preservation Specialist

Compensation

Salary range begins at $50k-$60k and is commensurate with experience. This is an entry-level position, but Cornerstone may consider mid-level project managers at a higher pay rate depending on experience. This position is exempt from overtime; however, per diems are paid additionally when appropriate.

Additional benefits, after a successful probationary period, include: paid vacation, paid sick leave, seasonal bonuses, and a matching Simple IRA contribution. Cornerstone is a small business that values and recognizes hard work.

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