Archaeological Field Director

WSP in Canada; Burlington; On-site; CAD 63,600 - 92,300; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Canada is seeking an Archaeological Field Director to lead impactful archaeological projects across Ontario, focusing on quality and compliance. Key responsibilities include mentoring field teams, conducting in-field identification of artifacts, and collaborating with project managers and Indigenous communities.

The position requires a degree in Archaeology, relevant experience, and a valid Professional Archaeological License. A competitive salary within the range of $63,600 to $92,300 will be offered based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in Archaeology or related discipline.
• Valid Professional Archaeological License in good standing.
• Experience leading archaeological fieldwork as a Field Director.

Responsibilities

• Lead archaeological field programs and data collection.
• Inspire field teams to deliver efficient results.
• Mentor field technicians to enhance team capabilities.

Skills

Field direction

Digital field tools proficiency

Indigenous community engagement

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Archaeology or a related discipline

Valid Professional Archaeological License

Tools

Field Maps

Collector

ArcGIS

Job description

Archaeological Field Director – Job Description

Lead meaningful archaeological work that shapes how communities grow and evolve across Ontario.

Location

Whitby (the GTA), Burlington, Mississauga, or Ottawa.

Responsibilities

• Lead archaeological field programs including surveys, excavations, and data collection with a strong focus on quality and compliance.
• Inspire and motivate field teams to deliver efficient, high‑quality results in fast‑paced environments.
• Conduct in‑field identification of Indigenous and Euro‑Canadian artifacts to support accurate interpretation.
• Mentor and develop field technicians, strengthening team capability and engagement.
• Support technical reporting and contribute to proposals that help secure impactful projects.
• Champion health and safety by embedding best practices into all field activities.
• Collaborate with project managers, stakeholders, and Indigenous communities to achieve project objectives.
• Contribute to preserving cultural heritage while enabling sustainable infrastructure development.

Qualifications

• Degree in Archaeology or a related discipline.
• Valid Professional Archaeological License (Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism) in good standing.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario’s Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists.
• Experience leading archaeological fieldwork as a Field Director or similar supervisory role.
• Proficiency in digital field tools such as Field Maps, Collector, or ArcGIS.
• High attention to detail in field documentation and health & safety reporting.
• Experience supporting or engaging with Indigenous communities.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel, including extended field assignments.

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $69,700 – $92,300
• MB & ON: $63,600 – $87,500
• NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $62,900 – $83,600

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.