Senior Archaeologist (12-month contract)

ARC Resources Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian energy company is seeking a Senior Archaeologist for a 12-month contract in Calgary. The role involves managing archaeological field work, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring compliance with BC regulations. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in Archaeology and at least 15 years of fieldwork experience. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects in the energy sector.

Benefits

Collaboration with industry experts

Focus on health and well-being

Culture of caring and high performance

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in fieldwork, ideally in northeast British Columbia.
• Membership in BC Association of Professional Archaeologists (BCAPA) required.

Responsibilities

• Project manage archaeological fieldwork in British Columbia.
• Provide direction to archaeology service providers.
• Review AIA's and site alteration permits for accuracy.
• Collaborate with BCER Heritage Conservation and First Nation teams.

Skills

Project management skills

Knowledge of BC Heritage Conservation Act

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology

Graduate degree in Archaeology

Job description

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Senior Archaeologist (12-month contract)

Date Posted: 14 Oct 2025

Location: Calgary, Alberta, CA

ARC has had an exciting growth story driven by the contributions of our people, principled business strategy and high-performance culture. We are a Canadian energy company with a strong track record of operational and financial performance. Today, we are the largest pure-play Montney producer, and Canada’s third-largest natural gas producer and largest producer of condensate.

In alignment with our values, we are proud to produce Canadian energy safely and efficiently. Producing low-cost, reliable energy strengthens our resilience in the evolving global energy system, and enables ARC to create value for our people, shareholders, stakeholders and communities.

We have a long-term view and are committed to best-in-class performance in every aspect of our business. Following our guiding principles has shaped the company we are today and will underpin our success in the future. Through innovation, teamwork and a commitment to operational excellence, our diverse team of people drive our company’s success. From the office to the field, our team of talented professionals work hard each day to safely execute our business and create positive and lasting impacts for our stakeholders.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are currently seeking a Senior Archaeologist to join our Surface Land team on a 12-month contract. Reporting to the Manager, Surface Land & Indigenous Relations, this role will work closely with the Surface Land & asset teams to drive timelines, budget, scope of work and priorities related to archaeological field work and reporting in British Columbia.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Project manage archaeological field work and reporting in British Columbia
• Provide direction to ARC's archaeology service providers on fieldwork and reporting expectations
• Review AIA's and site alteration permits for accuracy prior to submission
• Work with the asset team and archaeological providers on archaeological mitigation strategies
• Manage site alteration process
• Support Team with application submissions requirements & correspondence with BCER
• Manage ARC's 12.2 permit and ensure that all obligations are met, including annual reporting
• Collaborate with the BCER Heritage Conservation, First Nation and permit adjudication teams
• Manage all archaeological audits
• Track and manage post permit conditions reporting

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO ARC

• A bachelor's degree in Archaeology is required, a graduate degree in Archaeology is preferred
• Minimum 15 years of experience, including fieldwork experience, preferably in northeast British Columbia
• Must be a member of the British Columbia Association of Professional Archaeologists (BCAPA)
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the BC Heritage Conservation Act, archaeological processes and reporting requirements
• Experience in project management, with the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and enjoys working in a team environment

REWARDING OPPORTUNITY

• An opportunity to be part of delivering responsible energy by developing and growing your career with us
• Working collaboratively with, and learning from some of the most talented and experienced people in our industry
• A culture of caring and high performance
• Focus on health and well-being
• An environment where all individuals are treated fairly and respectfully, have equal access to opportunities and resources, feel a sense of belonging, and can contribute fully to the organization’s success
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in the Canadian energy industry

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• As this role is considered risk sensitive, the successful candidate will be required to successfully complete drug and alcohol testing.

We thank you for your interest in ARC, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Accessibility accommodation for applicants is available upon request during the recruitment process.