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Cultural Resources Project Manager – Southern California

HELIX ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING, INC.
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2026

Description

Shape the Future of Cultural Resource Management with HELIX


HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc., an employee-owned leader in environmental consulting, seeks a Cultural Resources Project Manager to join our Southern California team (San Diego, Pasadena , Orange County, or Inland Empire). At HELIX, we combine scientific rigor with practical solutions, supporting public and private sector projects across archaeology, biology, and environmental planning.


Why HELIX?

  • Employee-owned since 2004
  • Flexible hybrid schedule
  • Named one of ZweigGroup’s Best Firms to Work For
  • Comprehensive benefits:
    • Medical, dental, vision coverage
    • Paid time off
    • Bonus program
    • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
    • 401(k) with employer contributions

Schedule: Hybrid flexibility with remote work options; availability for fieldwork, site visits, and client meetings throughout Southern California required.


A Day in the Life

As a Cultural Resources Project Manager, you will manage cultural resource studies for diverse projects, oversee research, field surveys, artifact analysis, and mitigation monitoring. You’ll collaborate with senior cultural resources staff, coordinate with agencies and Tribal representatives, and prepare technical reports and proposals.


Salary will be based on qualifications and/or experience, with a robust benefits package. Expected starting pay range of $79,000 to $110,000.


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HELIX is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and an inclusive work environment. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of gender, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service or veteran status. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.


Requirements

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in archaeology, anthropology, history, or related field
  • 6 years of archaeological project experience, including CEQA/NEPA/NHPA Section 106 compliance
  • 2 years of experience working for an environmental consulting firm and/or agency
  • Experience in the study of Southern California prehistoric and historic archaeology
  • Strong research, technical writing, and organizational skills
  • Valid CA driver’s license and clean driving record

Preferred:

  • Professional experience with Native American coordination/communication
  • Registered Professional Archaeologist (or ability and willingness to obtain)
  • Knowledge of southern California local agency guidelines for CEQA compliance
  • Professional experience with agency coordination
  • Existing client relationships
  • Experience preparing proposals including a scope of work and/or budget

Salary : $79,000 - $110,000

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