Archaeological Field Director
Lead meaningful archaeological work that shapes how communities grow and evolve across Ontario. As an Archaeological Field Director, you will guide field programs, mentor teams, and contribute to culturally significant projects while ensuring regulatory excellence. The role is based in Whitby, the GTA, Burlington, Mississauga, or Ottawa.

Your Impact

Lead archaeological field programs including surveys, excavations, and data collection with a solid focus on quality and compliance

Inspire and motivate field teams to deliver efficient, high‑quality results in fast‑paced environments

Conduct in‑field identification of Indigenous and Euro‑Canadian artifacts to support accurate interpretation

Mentor and develop field technicians, strengthening team capability and engagement

Support technical reporting and contribute to proposals that help secure impactful projects

Champion health and safety by embedding best practices into all field activities

Collaborate with project managers, stakeholders, and Indigenous communities to achieve project objectives

Contribute to preserving cultural heritage while enabling sustainable infrastructure development

The Skills That Set You Apart

Degree in Archaeology or a related discipline

Valid Professional Archaeological License (Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism) in good standing

Strong knowledge of Ontario’s Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists





Experience leading archaeological fieldwork as a Field Director or similar supervisory role

Proficiency in digital field tools such as Field Maps, Collector, or ArcGIS

High attention to detail in field documentation and health & safety reporting

Experience supporting or engaging with Indigenous communities

Valid driver’s license and ability to travel, including extended field assignments

Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $35.70 - $47.30

MB & ON: $32.60 - $44.90

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $32.30 - $42.90

Additional Information
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe, it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here.

Some safety‑sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here.

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📌 Archaeological Field Director (Ontario)
🏢 WSP in Canada
📍 Ontario