Hybrid Cultural Resources Lead at MNS Engineers Inc

At MNS Engineers, Inc. (MNS), we are not just growing—we are thriving! As a dynamic multi-service consulting firm, we specialize in planning and environmental compliance, construction management, civil engineering, and land surveying. With nine offices statewide, we have been a trusted partner in the development, transportation, water resources, government services, and federal markets for over 60 years. Our success story is built on innovation, excellence, and commitment to our clients. If you are looking to be part of a forward-thinking company that is making a real impact on local communities, MNS is the place for you!

MNS is hiring a Cultural Resources Team Lead to  oversee archaeological and paleontological specialists and help our clients meet CEQA and NEPA regulations around cultural and historical resources.  The Cultural Resources Team Lead will be able to build a team and create the procedures and processes for a thriving cultural resources practice. This position has the option of being remote (with the ability to be in an office when necessary), or hybrid (sharing time between one of the nine California offices and home). We are excited to add this additional service to our portfolio and we are looking for someone who is equally excited to build and grow their own team.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide field assessments and written reports for initial due diligence and resource constraints assessments of archaeological and paleontological resources.
• Provide monitoring support for construction projects with archaeological and paleontological resource concerns.
• Coordinate monitoring support from indigenous tribal partners.
• Develop professional Paleontological Resources Impact Mitigation Program (PRIMP) for complex projects.
• Lead and author cultural resource assessments and surveys in compliance with Section 106 of the NHPA, NEPA, and CEQA.
• Prepare technical reports, including Phase I and II surveys and coordinate with the California Office of Historic Preservation and other relevant agencies.
• Develop internal cultural resources protocols and processes.
• Work collaboratively and effectively with environmental/regulatory permitting, biology, CEQA/NEPA, and planning staff to advance projects from concept to construction stages.
• Effectively generate new client base through outreach within professional networks.
• Efficiently prepare scope of work and bid estimates, monitoring reports, and due-diligence survey reports. 
• Serves as a project/task manager on archaeological and paleontological tasks and projects.
• Drive thought leadership and MNS name recognition by presenting at conferences, publishing white papers, and serving in a leadership role in professional organizations.
• Provide day to day staff oversight and management, as well as ability to coach, mentor, and develop staff capabilities.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in archaeology, paleontology, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in progressive leadership roles with oversight of cultural resource professionals.
• Strong understanding of federal and state historic preservation laws.
• A high energy, passionate, results-oriented team player and resourceful leader.
• Ability to effectively manage teams and communicate with clients.
• Valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driver’s record are required

MNS Engineers is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our team members. Depending on your employment status, MNS Engineers’ benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence and retirement benefits. 

MNS Engineers is an EEO/AA M/F/V/D employer.