Senior Archaeologist

WSP in Canada; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Archaeologist/Project Manager to lead archaeological assessments and manage projects in Ontario. This role involves overseeing compliance with the Ontario Heritage Act, mentoring staff, and engaging with clients and Indigenous Nations. Join a collaborative team dedicated to meaningful work and enjoy outstanding career growth opportunities in a flexible work environment. If you have a passion for archaeology and a commitment to quality, this position offers an exciting chance to make a significant impact on communities and the environment.

Benefits

Flexible Work Options

Comprehensive Benefits

Virtual Healthcare

Wellness Programs

Savings Plans

Qualifications

• 10+ years of consulting archaeology experience in Ontario.
• Master’s Degree in Archaeology or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Manage archaeological assessments and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Oversee project scope, budgets, and schedules while leading communications.

Skills

Consulting Archaeology

Project Management

Communication Skills

Research and Reporting

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

Master’s Degree in Archaeology

Professional Archaeological License

Job description

We are a global leader in the Earth and Infrastructure sector, headquartered in Montreal. We serve communities across Canada and beyond, with over 14,000 professionals collaborating daily to protect natural landscapes, build strong foundations, and promote sustainable development to combat climate change.

Joining our team provides access to extensive resources, expertise, and opportunities to work on diverse projects with multidisciplinary teams including marine biologists, geophysicists, and geotechnical engineers.

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a Senior Archaeologist/Project Manager to join WSP E&I Canada Limited, based out of any of our Ontario offices (e.g., Burlington, Toronto, Richmond Hill, Mississauga, Hamilton, London, Ottawa, Thunder Bay).

Why WSP E&I Canada Limited?

• We value and uphold a culture of Inclusion and Belonging.
• Our Flexible Work Policy supports work-life balance.
• We are proud to be a Canadian success story, showcasing Canada's achievements globally.
• We contribute to shaping the environment, infrastructure, and communities across Canada.
• We offer outstanding career growth opportunities.
• We foster a collaborative culture with a team committed to meaningful work.

We offer competitive pay, flexible work options, comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare and wellness programs, savings plans, and a clear future vision.

A Day in the Life:

As a Senior Archaeologist/Project Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing archaeological assessments in compliance with the Ontario Heritage Act and MCM guidelines.
• Researching, preparing, and submitting proposals and reports for archaeological projects.
• Overseeing project scope, budgets, schedules, and quality, and leading client and stakeholder communications.
• Promoting health and safety within your projects and teams.
• Providing technical review of reports to meet standards.
• Coordinating resources and logistics for projects.
• Mentoring archaeological staff.
• Supporting business development activities.
• Interacting with clients, government personnel, and Indigenous Nations.
• Analyzing artifacts and interpreting data.

What You’ll Bring:

• Professional archaeological license from MCM.
• Master’s Degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field.
• 10+ years of consulting archaeology experience in Ontario.
• Knowledge of Ontario archaeology standards and guidelines.
• Ability to deliver quality work under deadlines.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to obtain security clearances.
• Valid Canadian driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise in Ontario historical periods or Indigenous material culture.
• Membership with CAHP.
• Experience managing archaeological resources on federal properties.

About Us

WSP is a leading professional services firm dedicated to future-proofing cities and environments, with over 65,000 global employees. In Canada, our 12,000+ team members work across various sectors including environmental remediation, urban planning, engineering, and renewable energy.

• We value our people and reputation.
• We are committed to local action with an international reach.
• We challenge the status quo and foster collaboration.
• We promote an empowering culture with accountability.

Note:

Health and Safety are core values at WSP. Compliance with our HSE policies and client policies is mandatory. Employment offers for fieldwork are contingent upon physical ability to perform job tasks, including working in various environmental conditions.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities and provide accommodations upon request. Only selected candidates will be contacted. We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes. For more details, please review our full policy.