Certified Field Director - Fort St. John

We're Hiring! Make a Fresh Start with AiM! 

AiM Land & Environmental Services has an opportunity for a permanent, full-time Certified Field Director to join our team. As our team continues to grow, we’re looking to hire detail-oriented people who are strong in problem-solving and informed decision making, and who value continuous learning and professional growth.

Why AiM?

In addition to providing a supportive, inclusive, and goal-oriented work environment, AiM offers:

• A competitive wage, vacation, wellness days and benefits package including an HSA
• A bonus program/RRSP Matching program for employee incentive programs
• Hybrid working environment opportunities, and
• A fast-paced environment with a wide variety of projects; at AiM, no two days are the same!

ABOUT AiM

AiM Land & Environmental Services is an expanding, progressive surface land and environmental consulting firm serving the oil and gas, forestry, mining, energy, agricultural, and municipal government sectors throughout Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Ontario, and Canada’s North. We employ a team of over 250 staff members located in our Calgary, Fairview, Grande Prairie, Fort St. John, Hamilton, Vancouver, and Terrace offices, and we offer interdisciplinary expertise to develop land & environmental solutions for our clients throughout Canada. We know great things happen when smart people with equal amounts of talent and determination come together to create what could not be done alone. Help us do great things!

As a Certified Field Director, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Initiate, manage, and lead archaeological assessments for forestry, mine, oil and gas facility and pipeline projects
• Prepare proposals including scopes of work and cost estimates for archaeological projects preferred
• Assist with building and maintaining positive client relationships, focusing on providing top-quality service
• Train and mentor junior staff
• Execute complex archaeological field programs
• Complete technical archaeological reports
• Maintain understanding of applicable heritage resources regulations, guidelines and associated industry practices within BC
• Consult with the Archaeology Branch and/or BC Energy Regulator, and interact with regulators on behalf of clients
• Document and keep records in accordance with AiM’s Quality Management Program

We are looking for the following skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor or Graduate Degree in Archaeology or Anthropology
• 3+ years of relevant archaeological experience
• Member of the BCAPA preferred
• Certified Field Director (NEBC and/or NWBC) with the BC Archaeology Branch, or eligible to apply
• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office
• Current Safety Tickets (i.e., First Aid, H₂S) preferred
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• Displays leadership and independence in scheduling, prioritization, and completion of work tasks
• Understands project management processes and willing to adhere to them
• Strong commitment to health, safety and environment culture
• Working knowledge of the oil and gas industry in BC (preferred)
• Well-versed in pertinent provincial heritage legislation
• Superior attention to detail and ability to produce professional deliverables on time and on budget
• Ability to coordinate project planning, logistics, and preparation for field work
• Ability to make decisions with consideration of appropriate inputs
• Experience with working on large work programs with multiple team members
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, technical report writing skills, and project management skills
• Willing to travel and work away from home periodically
• Must be physically fit, comfortable in an outdoor setting, and able to adapt to various weather conditions

To Apply

Please submit your resume and provide a cover letter highlighting the skills and qualifications you possess and how you will succeed at AiM. Applicants with exact experience is not required, willingness to learn and adapt will ensure success at AiM. While we thank all candidates who apply, only those deemed qualified by the hiring manager will be contacted.