Lead Archaeologist: Field Programs & Heritage (BC)

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

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.