On‑Call Archaeological Field Lead

WSP in the U.S.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel accommodations

Meal reimbursement

Transport to site

Career advancement

Benefits package

Relocation not offered

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking on-call Archaeological Crew Chiefs to join our Cultural Resources Management team serving the Midwest and Southeast. Positions are based in St.

Louis, MO and Louisville, KY with potential other Midwest/Southeast locations, hourly and on-call with competitive rates depending on CRM experience. Responsibilities include supervising fieldwork across Phase I–III, documenting findings, and leading field crews while ensuring safety and ethical conduct.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in anthropology or archaeology.
• Archaeological field school or equivalent experience.
• At least six months of supervisory CRM field experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Physically able to conduct fieldwork in all weather and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise fieldwork on Phase I, II, and III projects.
• Perform archaeological test unit and shovel test excavations.
• Excavate cultural features and recover artifacts.
• Record data with field forms detailing artifact type and soil textures.
• Lead and assist field team members; collaborate with GPS.
• Adhere to company safety, policies, and code of conduct.

Skills

CRM archaeology

Supervisory field experience

Excellent communication

Physical stamina

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate degree in anthropology/archaeology

Archaeological field school

Tools

GPS technology

Job description

WSP USA is seeking on-call Archaeological Crew Chiefs to join our Cultural Resources Management team serving the Midwest and Southeast. Positions are based in St.

Louis, MO and Louisville, KY with potential other Midwest/Southeast locations, hourly and on-call with competitive rates depending on CRM experience. Responsibilities include supervising fieldwork across Phase I–III, documenting findings, and leading field crews while ensuring safety and ethical conduct.