Senior Archaeologist - Lead Fieldwork & Reports

WSP Global Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 78,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA Inc. is seeking a Senior Archaeologist for our Cultural Resources Group based in Salt Lake City, with opportunities in Portland, OR or Seattle, WA. The role involves leading fieldwork and report preparation within a multidisciplinary team on projects of varying scales.

The candidate must have at least five years of experience and strong research/writing skills; travel across the region is expected. A Field Director qualification on regional BLM permits is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related discipline is required.
• Minimum of five years as a project archaeologist/field director in the Great Basin and surrounding regions.
• Ability to be listed as a Field Director on regional BLM Cultural Resource Use Permits is required.
• Extensive knowledge of equipment, technology, and paperwork for recording sites and artifacts.
• Experience in archaeological analysis and report writing.
• Ability to work independently and plan/execute assignments with minimal instruction.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing complex projects, maintaining client relations, supporting proposal writing, and directing fieldwork and report preparation.
• Lead field crews and coordinate effectively with subcontractors during field operations.
• Conduct office tasks including pre-field preparations, site forms, and technical report writing.
• Coordinate with Federal and State agencies and project stakeholders to support compliance and execution.
• Travel regionally while performing office-based responsibilities as required.
• Exercise ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Field director experience

Archaeology field methods

Report writing

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Health and safety knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology/Anthropology

Master’s degree in Archaeology/Anthropology

Tools

Recording equipment knowledge

Job description

WSP USA Inc. is seeking a Senior Archaeologist for our Cultural Resources Group based in Salt Lake City, with opportunities in Portland, OR or Seattle, WA. The role involves leading fieldwork and report preparation within a multidisciplinary team on projects of varying scales.

The candidate must have at least five years of experience and strong research/writing skills; travel across the region is expected. A Field Director qualification on regional BLM permits is preferred.