Archaeology Lab Coordinator

The Opportunity:

We have a new opportunity for you to join the WSP Ontario Archaeology team as the GTA Ontario Archaeology Lab Coordinator, in one of our labs (Burlington, Mississauga, London) to coordinate and manage Ontario’s WSP archaeology labs.

Why WSP E&I Canada Limited?

• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
• We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

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A day in the life:

• As the GTA Ontario Archaeology Lab Coordinator, you will be responsible for:
• The development and management of integrated cultural resource management across WSP Ontario archaeology labs.
• Development and management of artifact catalogue templates according to standardized processes.
• Development and management of lab processes, such as washing, sorting, analysis and storage.
• Management, organization, and proper safe storage of project materials, across WSP Ontario archaeology labs (with a main focus on our Mississauga and Burlington labs) in line with Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism (MCM) expectations.
• Directing employees in completing lab tasks and analysis.
• Leading the transportation, organization, and storage of artifacts and data collected in the field.
• Where applicable, aid in the analysis and documentation of artifacts per the MCM Standards and Guidelines and Parks Canada guidance.
• Where applicable, aid in the analysis of artifact assemblages, including research on artifacts, manufacturing dates, and maker’s mark.
• Artifact analysis quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC).
• Assisting with all aspects of archaeological assessment requirements aligned with the Ontario Heritage Act and MCM policies for archaeology on federal lands.
• Researching, preparing, and submitting proposals and reports for a variety of archaeological projects, as applicable.
• Performing project management tasks, which may include: overseeing project scope, budgets, schedules, and quality; leading client and stakeholder communications; and delegating to and mentoring support staff, as applicable.
• Providing visible leadership by promoting health and safety in your projects and teams.
• Work collaboratively with the team and Team Leads to arrange internal resources and logistics for the Ontario Labs.
• Support business development activities.
• Interact with clients, government personnel, and members of Indigenous Nations and communities.

What you’ll bring to WSP E&I Canada Limited:

• Experience following requirements and standards of various curation facilities.
• Knowledge of Ontario historical period and/or Indigenous material culture.
• 5+ years of experience in collection management.
• Degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Museum Studies or related field, with a focus on archaeology.
• Detailed working knowledge of Ontario archaeology with an applied understanding of current Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists issued by the MCM and associated Technical Bulletins.
• Detailed working knowledge of Ontario archaeology with an applied understanding of archaeological policies and protocols.
• Capable of delivering quality work in a deadline-driven environment with minimal supervision.
• Able to follow and implement both technical and safety training and instructions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to obtain Provincial and Federal Security Clearance.
• A valid Canadian driver’s license with satisfactory driving record, per the WSP's driving policy.
• Expert knowledge of Ontario historical period material culture.
• Knowledge of Ontario pre-contact period material culture.
• Professional or Research License to conduct archaeological fieldwork in good standing from the MCM.