Intermediate Archaeologist

Posted 9 days ago

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Full Time

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Job Description

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With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers.
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The Opportunity
Ready to Make an Impact? Join WSP's Archaeology team as an Intermediate Archaeologist, contributing to meaningful projects across Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut. In this role, you'll apply your experience to advance heritage management and archaeological practice in diverse regions. You'll take on significant project responsibilities while collaborating with senior experts, growing your expertise and positioning yourself for future leadership opportunities!

Your Impact

Conduct and coordinate archaeological assessments in compliance with provincial/territorial heritage acts and federal policies.
Deliver accurate proposals and reports that inform client decisions and regulatory compliance.
Support project management activities, including scope, budgets, schedules, and quality control.
Champion WSP's Safety First culture in all field and office activities.
Mentor junior staff and foster a collaborative, supportive team environment.
Engage respectfully with Indigenous communities and stakeholders, ensuring meaningful consultation.
Analyze and interpret archaeological data to provide actionable insights for clients.
Contribute to practice improvements and innovation within the archaeology team.

The Skills That Set You Apart

Eligible for professional licensing or permits to conduct archaeological fieldwork in one or more of Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, NWT, or Nunavut.
5-10 years of consulting archaeology experience in the Prairies and/or Northern Canada.
Expertise in excavation, survey methods, artifact analysis, and report writing.
Experience leading field teams and mentoring junior archaeologists.
Familiarity with provincial/territorial standards and ethical heritage management practices.
Ability to obtain Provincial and Federal Security Clearance as required.
Valid Canadian driver's license for travel to field sites.
Membership or eligibility for CAHP is an asset.

Why Choose WSP?
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Compensation
BC, AB, SK, NWT, YT & NT: $76,100 - $102,200
MB & ON: $69,400 - $96,900
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC : $68,700 - $92,500

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Make Your Mark with WSP
If you're driven by purpose and impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us.

About WSP Canada

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international expertise. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, planners, landscape architects and urban designers, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Buildings, Transportation, Infrastructure, Environment, Geomatics, Energy, Resources, and Industrial sectors as well as project delivery and strategic consulting services. With over 8,000 talented people across Canada, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for generations to come.