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Senior ArchaeologistWSP Canada • Burlington, Ontario, Canada
Senior Archaeologist

Senior Archaeologist

WSP Canada • Burlington, Ontario, Canada
30+ days ago
Salary
CA$110,600.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
What if you could redefine what's possible?

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.
We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers. We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Lead with Purpose - As a Lead Archaeologist, you will guide multi-phase archaeological programs, shape technical strategies, and contribute to culturally responsible project delivery across complex infrastructure and environmental initiatives. You will bring advanced expertise, leadership, and a commitment to preserving heritage while supporting project success province-wide.

Your Impact
  • Direct and oversee archaeological assessments requirements aligned with the Ontario Heritage Act & Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism (MCM), including advanced field strategies, excavation design, mitigation planning, and regulatory reporting.
  • Build and maintain meaningful relationships with Indigenous Nations and community partners, advancing respectful collaboration.
  • Provide expert guidance to clients on archaeological processes and constraints, Indigenous engagement, permitting, and risk management.
  • Support business development: lead technical approaches, contribute to proposals, and cultivate strong client relationships.
  • Independently deliver quality work in a deadline-driven environment including decision making on highly complex issues.
  • Mentor archaeological team members, building capability and supporting succession.
  • Provide senior technical review of deliverables to meet MCM and WSP quality standards.
  • Provide visible leadership by promoting health, safety and security in your projects and teams.
  • Apply innovative technologies to elevate project outcomes.

The Skills That Set You Apart
  • Professional or research license to conduct archaeological fieldwork in Ontario in good standing with the MCM.
  • Degree in archaeology, anthropology, or related discipline.
  • 15+ years of archaeological experience with demonstrated leadership in complex, multi-phase field programs.
  • Deep understanding of CRM business, permitting pathways, Indigenous engagement practices, and heritage stewardship.
  • Expert understanding of relevant provincial and federal legislative frameworks (e.g., MCM, Parks Canada standards as well as the Planning Act, Environmental Assessment Act, Aggregate Resources Act etc.).
  • Experience designing scope and budget for archaeological projects of all sizes and complexities.
  • Experience in providing quality control of client deliverables and providing constructive feedback to staff regarding how to improve deliverables in future.
  • Strong understanding of project financial management.
  • Able to direct technical and safety training and instructions
  • Able to obtain Provincial and Federal Security Clearance.
  • Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record, per the WSP's driving policy.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Expert knowledge of Ontario historical period and/or Indigenous material culture.
  • Understanding of requirements for archaeology on federal lands.
  • Membership with the Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (CAHP).

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

  • Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
  • A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
  • Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
  • Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
    #WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $110,600 - $146,500

MB & ON: $100,900 - $139,000

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $99,900 - $132,700

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Make Your Mark With WSP

Ready to lead meaningful work that safeguards the stories of our past while shaping the future? Let's build something lasting together.At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world's leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .
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