Archaeological Field Director
Top Benefits
About the role
As a Consor teammate, you’ll join a collaborative network of infrastructure professionals and scientists dedicated to supporting public and private clients across the project lifecycle. You’ll have access to the resources of a large consulting firm while experiencing the community feel of a local team. Grow your career by working on impactful projects that shape inspiring communities—and expand your potential along the way.
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Regular Full-Time
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Hybrid
What Your Day Will Look Like:
We are looking for an Archaeological Field Director to support projects based out of our Etobicoke, Ontario office for the 2026 field season. Working across diverse project locations throughout the province, your primary role will be to lead and oversee field teams to deliver archaeological surveys, site assessments, and site mitigation strategies in compliance with regulatory requirements. In addition, you’ll support our team in conducting property inspections, preparing technical reports, processing and cataloguing artifacts, and contributing to proposals as needed. With support from our senior team, you will also mentor junior staff, provide quality assurance on fieldwork and documentation, and engage with clients, regulatory agencies, and Indigenous communities to support responsible project planning.
What You'll Do:
- Complete Stage 1 property inspections.
- Lead and supervise field crews of 2 to 6 field technicians to complete Stage 2 surveys, Stage 3 test excavations, and Stage 4 mitigations.
- Motivate and guide field teams to deliver high-quality work efficiently and safely.
- Complete accurate field documentation, including notes, drawings, artifact identification, stratigraphic interpretation, and digital data collection (ArcGIS Online/Field Maps).
- Follow Consor’s health and safety procedures and maintain a “Safety First” attitude
- Coordinate logistics, equipment, schedules, and field planning in collaboration with project managers and senior technical staff.
- Engage and work respectfully with Indigenous communities and community representatives throughout the project lifecycle.
- Assist with technical report preparation, proposal development, artifact processing, research, and professional development.
Travel throughout Ontario, including overnight and extended deployments as required (per diem and accommodation provided); must be willing and capable of driving a company-provided vehicle (i.e., 4-wheel drive pick-up truck).
What You'll Need:
- Valid Research (R) or Professional (P) License with the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism.
- Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related discipline (Master’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related discipline is an asset).
- Minimum 1 year of experience supervising or directing archaeological fieldwork in Ontario.
- Strong working knowledge of Ontario archaeology, Indigenous and Euro-Canadian material culture, and archaeological field methodologies.
- Proficiency with digital data collection tools (ArcGIS Online, Collector, Field Maps), GPS units, tablets, and standard field equipment.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet documentation standards.
- Proven leadership ability, strong communication skills, and a collaborative approach to team and community relations.
- Ability to lift 30 to 50 lbs, carry 20+ lbs, and perform repetitive physical tasks (shoveling, troweling, screening)
- Ability to walk or hike up to 10 km per day
- Valid Ontario G driver's license.
- First Aid/CPR certification is an asset.
- Dedication to health and safety, Indigenous engagement, and high quality, ethical archaeological practice.
Projected Compensation $32.00 - $45.00/per hour.
Get to Know Us:
What Benefits You’ll Enjoy:
We invest in us. Because our team members go above, below, and beyond the surface to care for our communities (inside and out), we do our best to take care of you by providing a comprehensive benefits package! Eligibility for some of the benefits outlined below is based on full-time work status; part-time are eligible based on hours worked. If you have questions, contact
.
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Career Growth & Development – Tuition reimbursement program, paid professional training, major license achievement bonus, extensive on-demand learning center, and paid professional memberships.
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Work-Life Alignment – Industry-competitive vacation time, ten designated holidays, flexible work schedules, paid parental leave in accordance with the Employment Standards Act (ESA), and eligibility for hybrid and remote work options for some employees based on role responsibilities.
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Wellness – Medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, and a fitness and wellness reimbursement.
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Life – Employer-paid term life insurance, employer-paid STD, critical illness and long-term disability insurance options, and Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with company match.
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Community – Quarterly social events, paid group volunteering events, and employee networks and groups.
How Your Career Will Grow:
We know career growth is not always linear or streamlined—it’s often dynamic. You may want to explore a management track, try a new technical track, or move laterally to reposition your skills and talents. No matter what level you join us at or how you want to shape your career, we want Consor to be a place where you can learn and grow.
Why You’ll Love Consor:
At Consor, you’ll work with a network of engineers and scientists specializing in water, transportation, and environmental services delivering projects across multiple sectors and clients. Across geographies, you’ll have access to the resources and expertise found in a large consulting firm, while experiencing a community feel at the local level. You’ll experience a culture where we share in our successes and support one another through challenges. Here, there are countless opportunities to explore your career path by working on projects that help you expand your potential and take your career to new heights! Join our diverse team of experts who live and work alongside client partners, providing thoughtful solutions to create inspiring communities together.
Consor’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity in the Workplace
Consor fosters a workplace where teammates and job candidates are treated with dignity, and where different perspectives and life experiences are recognized as strengths. We are committed to fair employment practices that create access to meaningful opportunities for all, while upholding all applicable local, provincial, and federal laws. As an equal opportunity employer, Consor actively maintains an affirmative action program across our offices and worksites to support broader participation and representation.
In addition, your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you’d like accommodations to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the hiring process. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources at 1-289-328-0745. Persons with hearing and speech impairments can contact Consor by using the Message Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). Call 711 for TTY/TDD.
If any applicant believes they have been discriminated against or desires further information or assistance, contact us at 1-289-328-0745.
Notices: The above job description is intended to relay a general sense of the position's responsibilities and expectations. It does not describe all tasks that may be assigned. As business demands change, the essential functions of this position may also change. The position requires the successful completion of applicable pre-employment substance screening and background checks.
At Consor, we're committed to recruiting teammates ready to expand their potential. To safeguard candidates, we use only legitimate recruitment practices. Initial outreach is conducted through official Consor email addresses or LinkedIn messaging; be suspicious of any inconsistencies. We do not request personal data, sensitive information or banking details during the application process. Interviews are conducted via phone, in person, or through Microsoft Teams—never through messaging apps or other calling services. All job offers are merit-based, delivered verbally, and followed up by written confirmation. If personal information is required to initiate the hiring process, it will be collected through secure, authorized channels. If ever in doubt, contact
.
#LI-JH1 #LI-Hybrid
About CONSOR Engineers
Consor is a North American water and transportation infrastructure consulting firm offering planning, engineering design, structural assessment, and construction services. Our diverse team of experts live and work alongside clients, providing thoughtful solutions to create inspiring communities together. People choose Consor because they know they will get a better experience—and be better for the experience—whether they’re a teammate, a client, or a partner.
Archaeological Field Director
Top Benefits
About the role
As a Consor teammate, you’ll join a collaborative network of infrastructure professionals and scientists dedicated to supporting public and private clients across the project lifecycle. You’ll have access to the resources of a large consulting firm while experiencing the community feel of a local team. Grow your career by working on impactful projects that shape inspiring communities—and expand your potential along the way.
-
Regular Full-Time
-
Hybrid
What Your Day Will Look Like:
We are looking for an Archaeological Field Director to support projects based out of our Etobicoke, Ontario office for the 2026 field season. Working across diverse project locations throughout the province, your primary role will be to lead and oversee field teams to deliver archaeological surveys, site assessments, and site mitigation strategies in compliance with regulatory requirements. In addition, you’ll support our team in conducting property inspections, preparing technical reports, processing and cataloguing artifacts, and contributing to proposals as needed. With support from our senior team, you will also mentor junior staff, provide quality assurance on fieldwork and documentation, and engage with clients, regulatory agencies, and Indigenous communities to support responsible project planning.
What You'll Do:
- Complete Stage 1 property inspections.
- Lead and supervise field crews of 2 to 6 field technicians to complete Stage 2 surveys, Stage 3 test excavations, and Stage 4 mitigations.
- Motivate and guide field teams to deliver high-quality work efficiently and safely.
- Complete accurate field documentation, including notes, drawings, artifact identification, stratigraphic interpretation, and digital data collection (ArcGIS Online/Field Maps).
- Follow Consor’s health and safety procedures and maintain a “Safety First” attitude
- Coordinate logistics, equipment, schedules, and field planning in collaboration with project managers and senior technical staff.
- Engage and work respectfully with Indigenous communities and community representatives throughout the project lifecycle.
- Assist with technical report preparation, proposal development, artifact processing, research, and professional development.
Travel throughout Ontario, including overnight and extended deployments as required (per diem and accommodation provided); must be willing and capable of driving a company-provided vehicle (i.e., 4-wheel drive pick-up truck).
What You'll Need:
- Valid Research (R) or Professional (P) License with the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism.
- Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related discipline (Master’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related discipline is an asset).
- Minimum 1 year of experience supervising or directing archaeological fieldwork in Ontario.
- Strong working knowledge of Ontario archaeology, Indigenous and Euro-Canadian material culture, and archaeological field methodologies.
- Proficiency with digital data collection tools (ArcGIS Online, Collector, Field Maps), GPS units, tablets, and standard field equipment.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet documentation standards.
- Proven leadership ability, strong communication skills, and a collaborative approach to team and community relations.
- Ability to lift 30 to 50 lbs, carry 20+ lbs, and perform repetitive physical tasks (shoveling, troweling, screening)
- Ability to walk or hike up to 10 km per day
- Valid Ontario G driver's license.
- First Aid/CPR certification is an asset.
- Dedication to health and safety, Indigenous engagement, and high quality, ethical archaeological practice.
Projected Compensation $32.00 - $45.00/per hour.
Get to Know Us:
What Benefits You’ll Enjoy:
We invest in us. Because our team members go above, below, and beyond the surface to care for our communities (inside and out), we do our best to take care of you by providing a comprehensive benefits package! Eligibility for some of the benefits outlined below is based on full-time work status; part-time are eligible based on hours worked. If you have questions, contact
.
-
Career Growth & Development – Tuition reimbursement program, paid professional training, major license achievement bonus, extensive on-demand learning center, and paid professional memberships.
-
Work-Life Alignment – Industry-competitive vacation time, ten designated holidays, flexible work schedules, paid parental leave in accordance with the Employment Standards Act (ESA), and eligibility for hybrid and remote work options for some employees based on role responsibilities.
-
Wellness – Medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, and a fitness and wellness reimbursement.
-
Life – Employer-paid term life insurance, employer-paid STD, critical illness and long-term disability insurance options, and Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with company match.
-
Community – Quarterly social events, paid group volunteering events, and employee networks and groups.
How Your Career Will Grow:
We know career growth is not always linear or streamlined—it’s often dynamic. You may want to explore a management track, try a new technical track, or move laterally to reposition your skills and talents. No matter what level you join us at or how you want to shape your career, we want Consor to be a place where you can learn and grow.
Why You’ll Love Consor:
At Consor, you’ll work with a network of engineers and scientists specializing in water, transportation, and environmental services delivering projects across multiple sectors and clients. Across geographies, you’ll have access to the resources and expertise found in a large consulting firm, while experiencing a community feel at the local level. You’ll experience a culture where we share in our successes and support one another through challenges. Here, there are countless opportunities to explore your career path by working on projects that help you expand your potential and take your career to new heights! Join our diverse team of experts who live and work alongside client partners, providing thoughtful solutions to create inspiring communities together.
Consor’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity in the Workplace
Consor fosters a workplace where teammates and job candidates are treated with dignity, and where different perspectives and life experiences are recognized as strengths. We are committed to fair employment practices that create access to meaningful opportunities for all, while upholding all applicable local, provincial, and federal laws. As an equal opportunity employer, Consor actively maintains an affirmative action program across our offices and worksites to support broader participation and representation.
In addition, your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you’d like accommodations to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the hiring process. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources at 1-289-328-0745. Persons with hearing and speech impairments can contact Consor by using the Message Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). Call 711 for TTY/TDD.
If any applicant believes they have been discriminated against or desires further information or assistance, contact us at 1-289-328-0745.
Notices: The above job description is intended to relay a general sense of the position's responsibilities and expectations. It does not describe all tasks that may be assigned. As business demands change, the essential functions of this position may also change. The position requires the successful completion of applicable pre-employment substance screening and background checks.
At Consor, we're committed to recruiting teammates ready to expand their potential. To safeguard candidates, we use only legitimate recruitment practices. Initial outreach is conducted through official Consor email addresses or LinkedIn messaging; be suspicious of any inconsistencies. We do not request personal data, sensitive information or banking details during the application process. Interviews are conducted via phone, in person, or through Microsoft Teams—never through messaging apps or other calling services. All job offers are merit-based, delivered verbally, and followed up by written confirmation. If personal information is required to initiate the hiring process, it will be collected through secure, authorized channels. If ever in doubt, contact
.
#LI-JH1 #LI-Hybrid
About CONSOR Engineers
Consor is a North American water and transportation infrastructure consulting firm offering planning, engineering design, structural assessment, and construction services. Our diverse team of experts live and work alongside clients, providing thoughtful solutions to create inspiring communities together. People choose Consor because they know they will get a better experience—and be better for the experience—whether they’re a teammate, a client, or a partner.