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Possibilities - Join a growing archaeology and cultural heritage team supporting impactful projects across Northeastern BC. Based in Fort St John, BC, this role offers the opportunity to build your archaeological career while contributing to responsible development, Indigenous engagement, environmental stewardship, and heritage resource management. Working alongside experienced archaeologists, you'll participate in field programs, archaeological assessments, reporting, and project support across a variety of sectors including transportation, infrastructure, energy, and land development.

Support archaeological impact assessments, monitoring programs, and field investigations throughout British Columbia. Assist with archaeological surveys, site recording, mapping, excavation, and artifact documentation. Contribute to the preparation of technical reports, permit applications, and heritage management documentation.

Collaborate with senior archaeologists, environmental professionals, and project teams to deliver high-quality work. Help ensure compliance with provincial heritage legislation, permit requirements, and company standards. Maintain accurate field notes, photographic records, GPS data, and archaeological inventories.

Promote a strong culture of health, safety, and environmental stewardship during all field activities. Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related discipline.

Experience supporting archaeological field studies through academic projects, co‑op placements, or professional work.



Knowledge of archaeological survey methods, excavation techniques, and artifact recording practices. Ability to work safely and effectively in remote outdoor environments and varying weather conditions.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with GIS software is considered an asset. Strong technical writing, organization, and data management skills; detail‑oriented and driven by high‑quality results .

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Class 5 driver's licence and willingness to travel throughout British Columbia as required. Commitment and enthusiasm for working with Indigenous communities. Skilled with standard field technology, including GPS and tablets; ESRI Field Maps experience is an asset.

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we’ll help you tailor your role to match your ambition—because your growth drives ours Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $54,200 - $72,000 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. At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. As one of the world’s leading skilled services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. 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. 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.

📌 Field Archaeologist (Fort St. John)
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