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Archaeologist (Contract)

The archaeologist will participate in field reconnaissance, archaeological impact assessments, and monitoring while collaborating with Indigenous representatives and stakeholders. They are also responsible for collecting field data, managing equipment, and adhering to company safety and technical standards.

  • On-site
  • Burnaby, BC
  • Posted Aug 24, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

Grounded in values of safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We are a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities we support. Your Opportunity We're expanding our team of field archaeologists and are looking for candidates who are enthusiastic and motivated, with entry- to intermediate-level experience. Our projects span across the province and across industries. Our team comprises archaeologists with diverse backgrounds and experience levels, fostering a supportive and enjoyable work environment aimed at individual growth and development. This opportunity is ideal for candidates who are interested in a chance to broaden their archaeological skill set and abilities. We're currently hiring contract employees with potential for renewal and advancement to regular, full-time positions for the right candidate. Your Key Responsibilities * Participate in identifying and recording areas of archeological potential, archaeological sites, and traditional use sites. * Work closely with a Field Director/Supervisor to make technical recommendations for cultural resources management. * Active engagement and collaboration with Indigenous representatives and stakeholders. * Collect field data. * Participate in preliminary field reconnaissance surveys and archaeological impact assessments. * Assist in archaeological monitoring and excavations. * Manage field equipment. * Adhere to company policies and standards. * Actively participate in Stantec’s HSSE programs. 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 tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term 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 tax-free 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.

What you’ll do

The archaeologist will participate in field reconnaissance, archaeological impact assessments, and monitoring while collaborating with Indigenous representatives and stakeholders. They are also responsible for collecting field data, managing equipment, and adhering to company safety and technical standards.

Requirements

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Anthropology or Archaeology and a willingness to learn field techniques such as mapping and excavation. A valid class 5 driver's license is preferred, along with the ability to work in remote locations for extended periods.

Benefits

• Health insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Wellness program • Health care spending account • Wellness spending account • Group registered retirement savings plan • Employee stock purchase program • Group tax-free savings account • Life insurance • Accidental death & dismemberment insurance • Short-term disability plan • Long-term disability plan • Emergency travel benefits • Tuition reimbursement • Professional membership fee coverage • Paid time off

Other relevant skills

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  • Archaeological field work
  • Cultural resource management
  • Data collection
  • Field reconnaissance
  • Archaeological monitoring
  • Excavation
  • Mapping
  • Pedestrian surveys
  • Subsurface testing
  • Equipment management
  • Safety compliance
  • Indigenous consultation
  • Technical reporting
  • Artifact identification
  • Cultural Resource Management
  • Time Off Management
  • Willingness To Learn
  • Archaeology
  • Ethical Standards And Conduct
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Anthropology
  • Management
  • Consulting
  • Environmental Consulting
  • Field Research
  • Safety Culture
  • Technical Standard
  • Enthusiasm

Job areas

  • Science & Research
  • Environmental & Sustainability
  • Consulting
  • Engineering
  • Archaeologist
  • Archeologist
  • Sociologists, Anthropologists and Related Professionals
  • Anthropologists and Archeologists

Additional details

Minimum education
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum experience
0+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week