Job Description

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 that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.

Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.

Your Opportunity

We’re 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 Stantec’s 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 Stantec’s Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) Program

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• A valid driver’s 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
• The following skills are not required but would be considered an asset:
  • Knowledge of current provincial regulatory requirements relating to archaeology in Atlantic Canada
  • Experience working with GIS software and digital data collection tools
  • Experience in planning, coordinating, and implementing field programs

Education and Experience

A master’s 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 what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing 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 what’s possible.