At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
At HDR, our employeeownership model shapes everything we do, including how we support and care for our people. Our diverse service lines, including Water, Architecture, Building Engineering Services, Field Services, Power, Waste, Industrial, and Transportation reflect our commitment to shaping resilient, sustainable, and forwardthinking communities around the world. Across these disciplines, our teams design and deliver solutions that safeguard public health, enhance quality of life, power innovation, and drive responsible growth. Whether advancing clean water, creating healing and learning environments, engineering nextgeneration facilities, or building the infrastructure that moves people and energy, our work is rooted in technical excellence and a shared sense of purpose. Our employeeowners collaborate across specialties, combining creativity, precision, and deep expertise to solve the most complex challenges facing our clients and communities.
In the role of Cultural Resource Section Manager, we'll count on you to:
Take responsibility for assessment, preparation of documents, reports and findings for archaeological investigations Develop and monitor tasks, schedules and cost estimates, and assess applicable requirements and processes for cultural resource projects Lead and support Section 106 compliance, NEPA, and CEQA efforts. Conduct fieldwork, participate in meetings, and develop compliance strategy Take part in all processes with cultural resources projects, including field investigations and agency coordination Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization that resolves problems of greater scope and complexity as needed Work with cross-sector teams to optimize project delivery and new business development. Take responsibility for operations of Northern California's Cultural Resources Section including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control and marketing support Plan, organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of cultural resources professionals and technicians Serve as Project Manager on projects, as needed Take responsibility for development, coordination, monitoring and improvement of technical competencies of practice staff and products to meet client needs and market drivers. Oversee delivery of project services and deliverables to meet client expectations Take administrative responsibility for section staff and technical service functions, and lead and coordinate services with other sections Be involved in marketing planning, proposals and interviews for private and public clients Implement, monitor and support company policies Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or closely related field 5+ years of experience in planning, managing, and executing cultural resources investigations at the supervisory level Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) certification Experience with standard office products like Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel Excellent communication and client interaction skills Proven ability to manage multiple field crews Successful candidates must be familiar with field study design and documentation, regulatory framework for cultural resource management, and GIS utilities Cultural resource experience supporting a variety of industries, including utilities, transportation, and water Cultural resource experience in a variety of geographic settings primarily in CA Requires ability to travel
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Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- A minimum of 10 years experience
- Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
- Strong communication and listening skills
- Ability to handle multiple assignments
- Good leadership and organizational skills
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. The expected compensation range for this position is $134,442.00 - $218,250.00 annually depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.
Primary Location
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United States-California-Sacramento
Other Locations
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United States-California-Walnut Creek, United States-California-Folsom
Industry
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Environment/Sciences
Schedule
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Full-time
Employee Status
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Regular
BusinessClass
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Cultural Resources
Job Posting
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Apr 6, 2026 |
HDR, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
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