Archaeological Field Lead

Stantec; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

Stantec's Cultural Resources team seeks an Archaeological Field Lead to manage surveys, testing, data recovery, and monitoring from Riverview, FL, Alpharetta GA, or Mobile AL. This full-time, temporary, project-based position requires extensive travel and may deploy up to three months at a time.

The role offers potential conversion to a permanent position after project completion. Candidates must have a BA/BS in anthropology/archaeology, field school, and at least three years of

Qualifications

• B.A./B.S. in anthropology/archaeology or related field.
• Successful completion of an archaeology field school.
• At least 3 years of experience conducting archaeological survey and excavation.
• At least 1 year of supervisory field experience.
• Knowledge of Phase I, II, and III archaeological excavations/assessments required.
• Knowledge of prehistoric and historic material culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead archaeological field surveys and fieldwork tasks.
• Oversee crew during surveys.
• Use field methods: survey, testing, excavation, monitoring.
• Record, interpret field data.
• Map site plans and shovel tests.
• Identify artifacts and cultural features.
• Prepare site surfaces for mapping and photography.
• Assist with laboratory analysis and reporting.
• Coordinate property entry with right of way agents.

Skills

Field leadership

Archaeology surveys

Excavation techniques

Data recording

GPS & mapping

Supervisory experience

Physical stamina

Vehicle operation

Education

B.A./B.S. in anthropology/archaeology or related field

Archaeology field school completed

Tools

GPS units

iPads

Aerial photography

Plan maps

Topographic maps

Job description

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.

Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.

Your Opportunity

Join Stantec's Cultural Resources team as an Archaeological Field Lead based out of the Riverview, FL, Alpharetta, GA or Mobile, AL offices to play an integral role in leading archaeological surveys, testing, data recovery, and monitoring.

This is a full-time, temporary, project-based position that requires extensive travel, including deployments of up to three months at a time. While the role is initially tied to project needs, there is potential for conversion to a regular full-time position upon successful project completion and business needs.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Perform archaeological fieldwork tasks including shovel test survey and excavation
• Oversee and lead an archaeological crew during archaeological surveys
• Utilize a variety of field methodologies, including archaeological survey, testing, excavation, surface collection, and monitoring
• Leads the collection, recording, and interpretation of archaeological data in the field and analysis activities.
• Record and evaluate soils using color (Munsell), texture, and inclusions; Orienteering using a compass, USGS topographic maps, plan maps, GPS units, iPads, and aerial photography
• Assist with setting up a site grid, datum, and excavations units; Mapping site plans and individual shovel tests, units, and features in plan and profile
• Identify historic and prehistoric artifacts following standard collection procedures.
• Identify cultural features
• Clean and prepare site surfaces for mapping and photography
• Assist with laboratory analysis and reporting, as needed
• May need to coordinate property entry with right of way agents

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Ability to complete physically demanding tasks in remote areas and/or humid continental climate, including walking, hiking, carrying loads up to 50 pounds, and digging
• Frequent out-of-town travel, potentially for extended periods of time, up to 90%
• Qualified applicants should exhibit strong technical skills, good communication skills, and feel comfortable making decisions in the field
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate motorized vehicles
• May require post-employment drug testing based on client needs

Education and Experience

• B.A./B.S. in anthropology/archaeology or related field
• Successful completion of an archaeology field school
• At least 3 years of experience conducting archaeological survey and excavation
• At least 1 year of supervisory field experience.
• Knowledge of Phase I, II, and III archaeological excavations/assessments required
• Knowledge of prehistoric and historic material culture

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law). Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Job Details

• Primary Location: United States | FL | Riverview
• Other Locations: United States | AL | Mobile
• Organization: BC-1726 EnvSvcs-US Gulf East
• Employee Status: Temporary
• Business Justification: New Position
• Travel: Yes
• Schedule: Full time
• Job Posting: 02/09/2026 01:09:13
• Req ID: 1007508

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