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From the employer's careers site First seen 28 Oct 2026

Marine Archaeologist

Salary

$80,800 - $107,000 per year

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Description

We are seeking an Intermediate Archaeologist with marine/underwater archaeology experience to join our Heritage team in British Columbia.

As an Intermediate Archaeologist, you will work closely with multidisciplinary project teams and Indigenous communities to deliver high-quality archaeological services while contributing to the growth of WSP's marine heritage practice.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and support terrestrial archaeological field programs
  • Participate in marine, intertidal, and underwater archaeological investigations
  • Assist with the planning and execution of marine archaeological surveys
  • Collaborate with WSP's Senior Underwater Archaeologists to develop field programs and prepare archaeological reports
  • Partner with Indigenous communities, clients, regulators, and multidisciplinary project teams
  • Support project management activities
  • Mentor junior archaeological staff
  • Identify and implement innovative approaches

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related discipline
  • Professional archaeological consulting experience at an intermediate level
  • Working knowledge of the BC Heritage Conservation Act and associated permitting processes
  • Field Director status in a BC cultural area or active progression toward Field Director qualifications
  • Knowledge of submerged cultural landscapes, maritime heritage resources, and shipwreck archaeology
  • Experience interpreting marine geophysical data and familiarity with marine survey technologies, GIS, and archaeological field data collection tools
  • Strong technical writing, project coordination, stakeholder engagement, communication, and collaboration skills

Benefits:

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment

Compensation:

  • AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $80,800 - $107,000
  • MB & ON: $73,700 - $101,500
  • NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $73,000 - $96,900

Skills

Required

  • Archaeology
  • Anthropology
  • Marine Archaeology
  • Underwater Archaeology
  • GIS
  • Marine Survey Technologies

Nice to have

  • Field Director status
  • Marine Geophysical Data Interpretation
  • Scientific or Commercial Diving Certifications

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://emit.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2001/job/93835

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