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Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work thats vital to our clients and the communities they serve. Join a team thats naturally committed to the environment. Your Opportunity Were seeking a Junior Archaeologist with experience in archaeology or anthropology to join our Environmental Services Team in Atlantic Canada. This is your opportunity to build your career with a team that offers mentorship from experienced, multi-disciplined professionals, time banking and flexibility, and travel across Atlantic Canada. Depending on the candidate's qualifications, this will be a full-time permanent position or a contract position with the potential to transition to a full-time permanent position based on performance and availability of work. The hiring process is ongoing, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Your Key Responsibilities Under the direct supervision of Stantecs permitted Intermediate and Senior archaeologists, Junior Archaeologists assist with carrying out archaeological field work and reporting under current provincial and professional requirements. This Can Include Assisting With Archaeological Walkovers: field walking at specified intervals to identify archaeological resources or evaluate archaeological resource potential Test pit surveys: hand excavation of test pits along specified intervals to identify archaeological resources Hand excavation of archaeological test units Staking out archaeological grids Recording and interpretation of soil stratigraphy and archaeological features In-field artifact identification and office-based artifact cataloguing Preparation of Archaeological Field Research Permit Applications and Archaeological Impact Assessment reports Conducting supporting background research and preparing Archaeological Field Research Permit applications, Archaeological Impact Assessment reports, and contributing to environmental assessments Travel, as required, to various local and/or remote field sites, with overnight travel sometimes required, and occasional 1-2 week shifts away from home Promote a strong health and safety culture and actively participate in Stantecs Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) Program Your Capabilities and Credentials A valid drivers license and a good driving record are required Able to lift 50lbs and complete physically demanding fieldwork in a range of weather conditions for up to 12 hours per day while maintaining a positive, solutions-focused attitude Willingness to travel within Atlantic Canada and work in remote locations with overnight stays for short and long durations Able to work effectively in a team atmosphere and independently, as required Strong initiative with the ability to adapt to changing conditions and make independent, informed decisions Time management skills that include balancing short-term and immediate work commitments with varying priorities and deadlines Strong communication skills, including verbal, technical writing, and electronic communications Knowledge of current provincial regulatory requirements relating to archaeology in Atlantic Canada (not required but an asset) Experience working with GIS software and digital data collection tools Experience in planning, coordinating, and implementing field programs Education and Experience A masters degree in Anthropology or Archaeology, or equivalent, is preferred. Current graduate students in anthropology or archaeology are encouraged to apply. Academic or work experience in Atlantic Canada, particularly New Brunswick, is an asset. Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. About Stantec Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond whats previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and futureproofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine whats possible. Pay Range Locations in PEI-$57,400.00 - $83,300.00 Annually Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week. Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group taxfree savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, shortterm/longterm disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off. Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group taxfree savings account. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements. Primary Location Canada | NB | Fredericton Organization 1214 EnvSvcs-CA Atlantic CanadaFredericton NB Employee Status Regular Business Justification New Position Travel Yes Schedule Full time Job Posting 17/02/2026 03:02:42 Req ID 1004353 #J-18808-Ljbffr