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Job Title: Intermediate ArchaeologistLocation: Kelowna, Castlegar, Cranbrook, Kamloops or Rossland, British Columbia.OverviewWSP is inviting applications for an Intermediate Archaeologist to join its Heritage team in British Columbia. The role involves leading and managing archaeological projects across the province, working with interdisciplinary teams and Indigenous stakeholders.ResponsibilitiesLead archaeological field programs, including survey, testing, excavation, and monitoring.Collaborate with project teams to meet technical requirements for clients, Indigenous groups, and regulatory agencies.Work collaboratively and respectfully with Indigenous communities during all project lifecycle stages.Provide leadership and guidance to junior project staff.Manage scope, schedule, and budget throughout the project lifecycle.Maintain health and safety, quality, communication, and documentation standards.Participate in WSPs Health & Safety program, demonstrating a Safety First focus.Undertake analysis and prepare proposals and technical reports.QualificationsField Director status in the Interior Plateau provincial cultural area, or actively working toward Field Director qualification.Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team.Willingness and passion for working with Indigenous groups and communities.Experience identifying, recording, and evaluating archaeological sites.Ability to perform field work in diverse weather conditions and varying durations.Experience with data collection equipment (GPS, handheld tablets). ESRI Field Maps experience is an asset.Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.Detail-oriented and results-focused mindset.Strong written and oral communication skills.High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethics.Strong writing skills and experience writing interim and final permit reports.Valid drivers license (Class 5).First aid and other safety tickets are assets.BenefitsCompetitive remuneration package with extended medical, dental, and group plan benefits, employer-matched pension plan, and share purchase plans.Participation in innovative multidisciplinary projects with experienced in-house archaeologists, including faunal analysis, underwater archaeology, lithic analysis, and human osteology.On-the-job training, mentoring, and coaching.Employer-matched pension plan, paid vacation days, and overtime banking.Career development planning tailored to reach goals.Dedicated Indigenous relations team fostering relationships with Indigenous groups.Support from a larger multidisciplinary team (geomorphologists, geotechnical engineers, traditional use specialists, plant and animal biologists) and dedicated support staff (GIS, accounting, project coordination).Professional development through membership reimbursement, practice area networking, and innovation funding.Culture of inclusion and belonging.Flexible Work Policy to support work-life balance.Salary Range (British Columbia)$74,600 to $102,600. Final salary may vary based on education, qualifications, experience, and other factors.About WSPWSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. With over 65,000 team members worldwide and more than 12,000 in Canada, WSP is dedicated to future-proofing cities and environments through environmental remediation, urban planning, infrastructure design, renewable energy, and more.Important NotesHealth and Safety is a core value. Applicants for safety-sensitive positions must be able to perform key physical tasks described in the posting. WSP welcomes applications from people with disabilities and offers accommodations. WSP is committed to employment equity. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.Seniority LevelMid-Senior levelEmployment TypeFull-timeJob FunctionResearch, Analyst, and Information Technology #J-18808-Ljbffr