Cultural Resources - Senior Project Manager

Civil & Environmental Consultants • Full-time • 10300 Alliance Road Suite 300 • 24m ago

Overview

As a regional Cultural Resources Practice Lead with Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in our Cincinnati, OH office, you will work collaboratively with staff to navigate today’s complex regulatory landscape. In working with state historical preservation offices (SHPOs), you will assist our commercial, institutional, and energy sector clients in their efforts to achieve and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local cultural resources regulations. You will work with a group of energetic cultural resources professionals and will manage and lead projects located throughout the US. As well as working with clients, contractors, and local government officials, you will impact the whole project and represent CEC as a cultural resources expert. Working closely with Corporate Cultural Resources Practice Lead and staff, you will take on a lead role in building the Cultural Resources Practice in the Cincinnati region, and you will be a key contributor to the growth of CEC’s cultural resources services nationwide.

CEC is seeking talent to continue to grow and manage clients, projects, and staff needed in support of our clients’ endeavors. Our Cultural Resources Practice distinguishes itself from the service offerings of other firms because of the breadth of our technical expertise that, in addition to archaeological and architectural history studies, includes: geoarchaeology, bioarchaeology/human osteology, and Tribal engagement. Our team works cooperatively across all CEC offices to bring the necessary expertise to our clients' specific project needs.

At CEC, our employees enjoy a flexible/hybrid work schedule. Our comprehensive benefits package includes bonus recognition, based on performance, as well as participation in our employee stock ownership program. Additionally, we conduct mid-year and end-of-year performance reviews and provide goal-setting opportunities.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, History, Architectural History, Preservation Planning, or a related technical field
10+ years of experience as a professional cultural resources practitioner
Expert-level proficiency in application of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) and knowledge of varying federal NHPA implementation protocols
The desire and ability to develop and market to new and existing clients
Demonstrated client development and client management skills to assist in the growth of our service offerings
Ability to provide technical expertise and mentoring to staff in the Cultural Resources Practice
Ability to manage multiple activities, technical professionals and a targeted client base
Experienced in scope of service and budget (proposal) development and review, and demonstrated ability to manage projects profitably
Excellent communication skills (speaking and writing), including experience directing staff and coordinating with clients, contractors, and government regulatory officials

Preferred:

Knowledge of various permitting requirements under the National Environment Policy Act
Experience consulting and/or engaging with federally recognized Tribes/Tribal Nations

About Us

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community – focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite – focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA – focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women – focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you – that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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