Project Archaeologist

Company Description
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**Job Description**:
**Join AECOM as a Full-time Project Archaeologist in Ontario**

At AECOM, we are currently looking for highly organized and self-motivated individuals to join our Archaeology team in Ontario as **Project Archaeologists**. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by managing and executing all aspects of archaeological projects.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Act as a Project Manager and provide Field Supervisor oversight when required.
- Manage and execute all aspects of archaeological projects, from proposal development and project setup to deliverable preparation and submission.
- Collaborate with other Project Managers and Team Leads to organize resourcing and logistics.
- Monitor project financials with the assistance of a financial team.
- Participate in business development and proposal preparation.
- Establish and maintain effective communication with Indigenous communities, clients, and regulators.
- Work closely with Field Supervisors to deliver technically sound recommendations for cultural resource management.
- Lead project field teams of up to 20 individuals.
- Write or quality review proposals and archaeological reports.
- Utilize advanced scientific principles, theories, and practices to develop technical solutions for complex problems.
- Interpret and record data, conduct analyses, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
- Exercise considerable autonomy in determining technical objectives of assignments.
- Conduct research and investigative work as required.
- Plan and organize project studies.
- Assist in the resolution of conflicting technical information and unsuitability of standard procedures.
- Perform complex assignments often requiring the development of unique solutions to problems.

**Qualifications**:

- Highly organized and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to mentor junior staff.
- Desire to collaborate closely with other environmental professionals, regulatory staff, and Indigenous community members.
- Previous experience as an Ontario Field Supervisor will be considered an asset.
- ** Project Management Professional (PMP) designation**:

- A valid Ontario driver's license is required.

**Experience and Qualifications**:

- A Master's or Bachelor's degree in Anthropology or Archaeology, or equivalent, is required.
- A Professional Archaeology License issued by the Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism, and Culture Industries, in good standing, is mandatory.
- ** A minimum of 5 years** of cultural resource management experience is required, with at least one year of experience managing archaeological projects.

Additional Information

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As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

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