About this opportunity
Chloeta lists this Project Manager - Cultural Resources opportunity in city of asheville, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Classification
Full-Time, Temporary
FLSA Type
Non-Exempt
Duty Station
Asheville, NC
Work Arrangement
Hybrid (Minimum 2 days onsite)
Schedule
Project-based;
schedule varies
Supervisory Role
Yes
Safety Sensitive
Yes
Reports To
Program Manager, Infrastructure and Environmental
Driving Role
Yes
Travel
Up to 75%
Duration
3 months anticipated;
possible extension pending contract options
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About The Role:
The Project Manager-Cultural Resources leads and coordinates archaeological survey projects, serving as the primary point of contact between the project team and federal agencies. This role manages project planning, schedules, deliverables, and team coordination to ensure timely, compliant, and high-quality completion of cultural resource projects.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Education:
Advanced degree in a related field from an accredited university
Experience : Federal contracting or land management projects
Required Education and Experience:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Natural Resources, Project Management, or related field from an accredited university
Experience: Minimum 10 years of relevant natural resources project work
Experience: At least 5 years of environmental compliance and regulatory processes;
archaeological survey or cultural resource project management
Experience: Applicable laws and North Carolina Office of State Archaeology guidelines;
project plans, schedules and deliverables.
Licensures : Must have an active and valid drivers license throughout employment
What You’ll Do:
Serve as the primary point of contact (POC) for project management and coordination with the federal agency personnel
Plan, coordinate, and manage archaeological survey projects from initiation through completion
Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and tracking tools
Coordinate survey team activities across field, laboratory, and reporting functions
Organize project intake information and translate into actionable work plans
Lead regular meetings with Federal agency staff and provide project updates
Ensure timely delivery of survey results, reports, and documentation
Manage project scope, schedule, cost, and deliverables in alignment with contract requirements
Maintain project records, documentation, and administrative files
Identify project risks or deficiencies and recommend corrective actions
Coordinate with external stakeholders, agencies, and subject matter experts as needed
Ensure compliance with NHPA, NEPA, ARPA, and applicable cultural resource standards
Build and maintain relationships with internal teams, partners, and stakeholders
Support overall project execution and quality assurance
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Skills & Abilities We Are Looking For:
Must have and maintain a current/valid State Issued Driver License (DL)
Strong project management skills including scheduling, cost control, and performance tracking
Ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Knowledge of cultural resource management and applicable laws (NHPA, NEPA, ARPA)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to engage stakeholders
Experience managing archaeological or cultural resource survey projects
Prior experience working with federal agencies
Proficiency with GIS tools (ArcGIS) and project scheduling software
Experience coordinating with SHPO, Tribal entities, or regulatory agencies
Physical Requirements:
Ability to conduct occasional field visits and navigate uneven terrain
Ability to travel frequently to project sites and meetings
Ability to stand, walk, and work in outdoor environments as needed
Ability to use standard office equipment and communicate effectively
Work may be subject to exposure to loud noise, heights exceeding 10 feet, dust and noxious odors
Work Schedule:
Hybrid, with at least two days onsite in Asheville, NC;
travel throughout the National Forests in North Carolina as required.
Work Environment:
Work is performed in office and field settings across the National Forests in North Carolina. Field visits may involve uneven terrain, outdoor weather, loud noise, dust, noxious odors, and heights exceeding 10 feet.
Employees must comply with site-specific safety procedures and use appropriate PPE when required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Pre-employment Requirements
Due to the nature of Chloeta’s services, this position is contingent upon completing with a satisfactory outcome some or all of the following pre-employment background screenings: government security clearance, federal and state criminal background checks, drug test (urinalysis), Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review, educational history, employment history, and/or credit check. In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), pre-employment background screenings will require the employee’s written authorization and will occur after acceptance of an offer of employment and prior to commencing work. Additionally, employees are required to complete the federal I-9/E-Verify process.
Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy
Employees may be subject to undergoing additional drug screens and/or alcohol testing at any time during the period of employment, including without prior notice.
Safety-Sensitive Position:
This position has been designated as a safety-sensitive position due to the nature of the work performed and the potential consequences of impaired job performance. Employees in safety sensitive positions may operate vehicles or equipment, work in hazardous environments, respond to emergencies, access critical infrastructure, handle hazardous materials, or perform duties where the exercise of sound judgment, coordination, alertness, and the ability to respond quickly and appropriately are essential. Impaired performance in these duties could create an unreasonable risk of injury or illness to the employee, coworkers, clients, or the public;
result in damage to property, equipment, or the environment;
or adversely affect client operations, emergency response efforts, or mission success.
Employees in this position must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, contract requirements, and Chloeta policies governing safety-sensitive positions and must maintain all qualifications, certifications, physical requirements, and other conditions necessary to safely perform the essential functions of the position.
EEO Statement
Chloeta provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. xzgxqkn
About Chloeta
Chloeta is a Native American owned enterprise providing a diverse range of engineering, scientific, and technical solutions to support military, energy, homeland security, emergency preparedness, and critical infrastructure requirements.
Worksite address
city of asheville, NC, 28814, US
Who can apply
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