Paleontological Field Director (Field Based)

ERM is hiring Paleontological Field Director to provide on-site paleontological resource monitoring and compliance support during the construction phase of our client’s fiber optic project in Northern Nevada.

The Paleontological Field Director works closely with construction personnel, project managers, and paleontological resources leads to implement monitoring and mitigation, respond to discoveries, and support uninterrupted project progress while maintaining regulatory compliance.

This role requires strong field judgment, clear communication, and the ability to work safely and effectively in active construction environments.

The position requires the ability to work independently, communicate effectively with project teams, and make sound, real-time decisions in the field.

Successful candidates must be flexible and responsive to a changing work environment where schedules, site locations, and tasks fluctuate according to the needs of the project.

This is a full-time (40-50 hours/week), limited-term role with a duration of 6 months and the possibility of extension.

Responsibilities


* Monitor construction activities for potential paleontological resource discoveries as instructed, such as during grading, trenching, excavation, and utility installation


* Identify, document, and evaluate paleontological resources in a variety of sedimentary rocks or alluvial deposits


* Implement unanticipated discovery procedures in accordance with project permits and monitoring plans


* Coordinate in real time with construction crews, project managers, and paleontological resource leads


* Maintain compliance with BLM paleontological resources use permit (PRUP) terms and conditions


* Complete daily monitoring logs, field notes, and photographic documentation


* Collect GPS data as instructed


* Assist with preparation of monitoring summaries, discovery documentation, and technical memoranda


* Communicate findings, compliance concerns, and work status to project managers and senior paleontologists


* Participate in construction worker paleontological resource awareness briefings as needed


* Support coordination with subcontractors on site, when applicable


* Other duties as assigned or required


* Compliance with ERM’s rigorous safety program

Requirements


* Bachelor's degree in Geology, Paleontology, Anthropology, or Biology, or a closely related field preferred


* Minimum of 2-3 years of professional experience in Great Basin/Nevada paleontological survey and construction monitoring


* Familiarity BLM paleontology guidelines and previously listed as a permitted Field Agent (Field Director) in Nevada; individuals listed as Field Monitor only are encouraged to apply


* Ability to identify a variety of paleontological resources, including vertebrate, invertebrate, plant, and microscopic fossils


* Experience using GPS units and Esri software, including Survey123 and Fie...