Sara Orton

Sara Orton is a senior technologist and cultural resources leader with experience in state and federal compliance, architectural history and historic preservation. She supports public and private clients in managing cultural and heritage resources across the full project lifecycle, helping navigate complex regulatory requirements while maintaining project momentum.

She brings a collaborative, practical approach to stakeholder and Tribal engagement, building alignment and trust among diverse groups. Sara also leads the development of agreement documents that support clear, compliant and efficient project delivery.

Known for balancing preservation priorities with project needs, Sara helps clients achieve outcomes that respect cultural heritage while enabling responsible, forward-looking development.