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WSP in Canada

Principal Archaeologist

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 15, 2026
Experience: 10+ years of relevant consulting archaeology experience.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 15, 2026

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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

Your Impact Starts Here – This is an exciting opportunity to join our Heritage team in British Columbia as a Principal Archaeologist, where you’ll guide and manage heritage projects and business opportunities across the province. You’ll collaborate closely with our province‑wide Heritage team to deliver meaningful work that protects cultural heritage while supporting impactful development. The successful candidate will ideally be based in one of our offices within the Lower Mainland of BC.

Your Impact

Lead archaeological field programs while ensuring full compliance with Heritage Conservation Act permits.
Secure heritage inspection, investigation, and alteration permits and support proposal development.
Design, lead, and oversee archaeological field investigations, analysis programs, and high‑quality technical reporting.
Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and invoicing to achieve successful delivery.
Collaborate with Indigenous Nations, clients, and regulators to support respectful, technically sound project outcomes.
Build and maintain meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities and support inclusive project delivery approaches.
Participate in business development, including supporting proposals and meeting with existing and prospective clients.
Supervise and mentor junior and intermediate staff and Indigenous workers.
Demonstrate a strong “Safety First” commitment by actively contributing to WSP’s Health & Safety program.

The Skills That Set You Apart

A graduate degree in Archaeology or Anthropology, or an undergraduate degree
10+ years of relevant consulting archaeology experience.
Registered Professional Consulting Archaeologist (RPCA) in good standing, with Field Director and Permit Holder status in at least one BC Culture Area (Northwest Coast Culture Area considered an asset).
Demonstrated experience identifying, recording, and evaluating a wide range of archaeological site types in British Columbia, in terrestrial and/or coastal settings.
Strong history of collaborative work with Indigenous communities, ideally with demonstrated ongoing relationships.
Proficiency with GPS data collection tools, handheld tablets, and MS Office for analysis and reporting.
Proven ability to prepare and/or peer‑review complex archaeological reports and technical documents.
Leadership aptitude with experience supervising field crews and mentoring developing professionals and Indigenous workers.
A valid Class 5 driver’s license; ATV/UTV and First Aid training considered assets.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
A global community of brilliant minds – your next great idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
Limitless opportunities start here. Whether across the country or around the globe, we’ll 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: $132,700 - $175,800
MB & ON: $121,100 - $166,700
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $119,900 - $159,200

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

If you’re driven by purpose and impact and want to help protect BC’s cultural heritage while supporting meaningful development, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your archaeology career with a team that values curiosity, collaboration, and community.

About Us

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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Responsibilities

Lead archaeological field programs and manage heritage projects across British Columbia while ensuring compliance with the Heritage Conservation Act. Collaborate with Indigenous Nations and regulators to deliver technically sound project outcomes and mentor junior staff.

Requirements

Requires a graduate degree in Archaeology/Anthropology or a bachelor's degree with 10+ years of consulting experience. Must be a Registered Professional Consulting Archaeologist (RPCA) with Field Director and Permit Holder status in at least one BC Culture Area.

Skills

Archaeological Field Program Management
Heritage Conservation Act Compliance
Technical Reporting
Project Management
Indigenous Community Relations
Business Development
Staff Mentorship
GPS Data Collection
Site Evaluation
Permit Acquisition

Benefits

Flexible work

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Keywords

Archaeology
Anthropology
Heritage Conservation Act
RPCA
Field Director
Permit Holder
Northwest Coast Culture Area
GPS
MS Office
Cultural Heritage
Indigenous Relations
Technical Reporting
Environmental Consulting
Project Budgeting
Fieldwork
Class 5 Driver's License
ATV/UTV
First Aid

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