Intermediate Archaeologist

WSP Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Canada is seeking an Intermediate Archaeologist for their Heritage team in British Columbia. This role involves leading archaeological projects and collaborating with Indigenous communities throughout the project lifecycle. Candidates should ideally have or be close to achieving their Field Director qualification and possess experience in archaeological site evaluation and field supervision. The firm promotes a collaborative environment and offers competitive compensation packages, tailored to individual roles.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Health & Safety program participation

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Must hold or progress toward Field Director qualification.
• Experience in leading archaeological field programs.
• Ability to work independently and within teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead archaeological field programs including survey and excavation.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Engage respectfully with Indigenous communities.

Skills

Field Director status in culture areas

Collaboration with Indigenous groups

Field supervision experience

Experience in archaeological site evaluation

Use of GPS and data collection tools

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat

Strong communication skills

Education

Requisite education in Archaeology

Tools

GPS

ESRI Field Maps

Job description

The Opportunity

Your impact starts here. WSP has an exciting opportunity for an Intermediate Archaeologist to join our Heritage team in British Columbia. In this role, you'll work closely with our province-wide Heritage group to lead and support archaeological projects across B.C., gaining diverse field and project experience while contributing to meaningful, multidisciplinary work. You'll bring (or be close to achieving) your Field Director qualification in one of the three Culture Areas—ideally the Northwest Coast—and will be based in one of our Lower Mainland offices as you help deliver projects that shape responsible development throughout the region.

Your Impact

• Lead archaeological field programs, which may include archaeological survey and testing, excavation, or monitoring
• Work with the project team to achieve the technical requirements and expectations of clients, Indigenous groups, and regulatory agencies
• Work collaboratively and respectfully with Indigenous communities and their members during all aspects of the project lifecycle
• Provide leadership and guidance to junior project staff
• Work with the project team to manage scope, schedule, and budget throughout the project lifecycle
• Maintain and track health and safety, quality, communication, and documentation for projects
• Participate in WSP's Health & Safety program, demonstrating a "Safety First" focus and acting as a role model to other staff
• Undertaking analysis and preparing and contributing to proposals and technical reports

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Field Director status in one or more provincial culture areas (preference for Northwest Coast), or strong field supervision experience with active progress toward Field Director qualification.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within diverse, multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to respectful, collaborative engagement with Indigenous groups and communities.
• Proven experience identifying, recording, and evaluating archaeological sites.
• Ability and willingness to conduct fieldwork in varied weather conditions and for extended durations.
• Experience using GPS, handheld tablets, and standard digital data-collection tools; familiarity with ESRI Field Maps is an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat, paired with a detail-oriented, results-driven mindset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing interim and final permit reports.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license and adherence to high standards of professionalism, integrity, and ethics.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

• Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. We help you tailor your role to match your ambition-because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $80,800 - $107,000
• MB & ON: $73,700 - $101,500
• NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $73,000 - $96,900

Disclosure

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Make Your Mark with WSP

If you&aposre driven by purpose and inspired by the opportunity to protect cultural heritage while shaping sustainable development, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your journey with WSP. WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

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.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

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