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Rincon Consultants, Inc. is seeking an **Entry-level Cultural Resources Project Manager** possessing cultural resources management experience and specialized in California Archaeology to join our team of professionals working on a variety of projects including Utilities, Renewable Energy, Community Development, and other market sector projects. The role entails assisting senior project managers with large complex projects and assignments while leading on small to mid-sized projects. Duties include successfully executing tasks and completing project deliverables and work products, leading and participating in fieldwork, people management, and client coordination. Qualities of the ideal candidate include: the ability to both collaborate as part of a team and work independently, attention to detail, excellent time management capabilities, strong communication skills, and an ability to apply feedback and expand one's skill set.While this role may offer flexible work arrangements that can include a mix of in-office and remote work, our changing business needs will ultimately determine our level of remote-work flexibility. Additionally, to promote in-person collaboration and client teaming, we prioritize hiring those who reside within 50 miles of a Rincon office which currently includes: Carlsbad, Fresno, Los Angeles, Monterey, Oakland, Palm Springs, Riverside, Sacramento, San Luis Obispo, San Diego, San Jose, Santa Barbara, and Ventura. This is a minimum 40 hour per week position and some 40+ weeks may be necessary based on project needs. **Overview of Key Duties and Responsibilities:** + Facilitate successful project completion of multiple projects with varied regulatory requirements including Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) , and National Environmental Policy Act + Manage projects, client expectations, schedules, and budgets + Prepare high-quality reports, contribute to environmental document sections, correspondences, and other written work products + Lead field projects including surveys, testing, and data recovery projects, and, in coordination with Principals/Directors, provide technical oversight of methods and data collection + Oversee and complete work products and fieldwork in a timely and efficient manner and ensuring quality of work products + Coordinate and lead project meetings + Coordinate with Directors/Principals in client, agency, stakeholder community including local Native American groups, Rincon peer, subcontractor, and vendor interactions + Work in multidisciplinary teams for successful project execution including planners, biologists, paleontologists, and others + Contribute to project proposals, including development of costs and schedules + Participate in Rincon's mentorship program including providing mentorship of junior staff and engaging in peer-to-peer mentorship and engagement with senior mentors + Other duties as required by cultural resources Principals/Directors and others **This Job Might Be for You If You Have the Following:** + Meet or exceed the qualifications detailed in 36 CFR part 61 for Archaeology + Minimum of 4+ years of progressive and successful environmental consulting experience in the above-mentioned technical and project management areas + Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA) certification preferred + Expertise in historic and prehistoric archaeology + A fundamental understanding of CEQA and NEPA as they relate to cultural resources and related fields, and Section 106 of the NHPA + Strong technical writing, field methods, and problem-solving skills + Strong work ethic, demonstrated leadership ability, effective communication skills, and ability to manage multiple projects and staff + Prior experience working in California on Renewables and desert region projects preferred **Desired: ** + ​​​Osteology and/or faunal analysis experience + Geoarchaeological assessment experience + ​​Experience/working relationships with local Native American groups + Experience with large-scale utility programs + ​​Experience coordinating/interacting with environmental planners and other non-cultural resources experts + Fundamental knowledge of historic built environment resources Rincon Consultants, Inc. is an award-winning leader in providing quality environmental consulting services throughout California and is recognized as a 'Best Environmental Services Firm to Work For' by the Zweig Group. We partner with clients in sectors such as transportation, energy and infrastructure, sustainability, climate change, oil and gas, water, commercial, private development, and government. Our 500+ associates in 13 offices located in Northern, Central and Southern California are dedicated professionals who combine their passion with our purpose. The base salary range for this full-time position is $75,000 - $100,000, plus a generous benefits program. At Rincon, our salary ranges are based on market median of similar jobs, according to third party salary benchmark surveys. The base pay that is actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. We are proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package, providing our valued employees with many benefits to enhance their well-being and financial security. Our health benefits include a range of options such as HMO, PPO, HDHP, and Health Savings Account choices, ensuring you have the flexibility to select the plan that best suits your needs.  Additionally, you can enjoy peace of mind with employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance, as well as dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage. We prioritize your well-being by offering three weeks of vacation accrual in the first year, paid sick leave, and paid holidays, ensuring you have ample time off to rejuvenate. Planning for your future is made easier through our 401(k) / Profit Sharing Retirement Plan and bonus opportunities.  Beyond the essentials, Rincon recognizes the importance of personal and professional growth, that's why we provide opportunities for professional development and mentoring. Our commitment extends to the community through Volunteer Pay for a Day, reinforcing the values of social responsibility. Moreover, we go the extra mile with additional perks like Flexible Spending & Dependent Care, Supplemental life insurance, Legal Shield, Identity Protection, Pet Insurance, and much more. Check out more details on our Rincon Consultants webpage here !  Rincon Consultants, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religious belief, color, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification, gender expression, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, family care, marital status, military and veteran or qualified disabled veteran status, or any other classification protected by law. Rincon Consultants, Inc. participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify Program to ensure that all employees hired are legally able to work in the United States.

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