Cultural Resources Program Manager

Pape-Dawson

Cultural Resources Program Manager managing and growing Pape-Dawson’s cultural resources practice across the United States. Leading complex projects and mentoring archeological teams at federal, state, and private levels.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeSan Antonio • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

RPA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and mentor a team of archeologists from field techs to principal investigators
Provide technical oversight, QA/QC, and ensure consistency across deliverables
Manage large, complex projects from proposal through completion
Oversee all phases of cultural resources work, including field investigations, analysis, and reporting
Ensure compliance with NHPA, ACT, UDC, and other applicable regulations
Participate in and lead fieldwork efforts
Lead and support proposal development, including pricing and risk analysis
Build and maintain strong client relationships across public and private sectors
Oversee preparation of technical reports and compliance documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree or PhD in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field
Meets Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards
Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) or ability to obtain
8+ years of environmental consulting experience (private sector)
5+ years of staff supervision and leadership experience
5+ years of experience developing proposals and pricing for competitive bids
Demonstrated project management experience (scope, schedule, and budget)
Experience working with federal agencies (USACE, TxDOT, HUD) and local agencies
Strong technical writing and communication skills
Ability to work in outdoor environments and varied terrain
Ability to travel and conduct fieldwork as needed
Professional demeanor with strong ethical standards.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to lead and grow a national cultural resources program
Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
High-impact projects with federal, state, and private clients
Flexible, remote work environment with field engagement

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementtechnical writingfield investigationsanalysisreportingproposal developmentpricingrisk analysisQA/QCcompliance documentation

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringclient relationship managementcommunicationethical standardsteam managementproblem-solvingorganizational skillsinterpersonal skillsadaptability

Certifications

Master’s degreePhDRegistered Professional Archaeologist (RPA)