Senior Archaeological Project Leader

1 month ago


Castlegar, Canada WSP in Canada Full time
Position Overview

WSP is excited to announce a remarkable opportunity for a Project Manager to become an integral part of our Heritage division.

As a member of our extensive regional Heritage team, you will acquire invaluable and varied professional experience while engaging in multidisciplinary projects that will enhance your career growth.

Why WSP?
  • We are dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging.
  • Our Flexible Work Policy acknowledges the significance of work-life balance and encourages you to prioritize your well-being.
  • A proud Canadian success story, we take pride in representing our beautiful country.
  • Contribute to enhancing the environment, infrastructure, and communities; WSP is a vital part of Canada.
  • Exceptional career advancement opportunities as we continuously strive for improvement.
  • A collaborative atmosphere filled with genuinely good individuals committed to meaningful work.
We provide competitive compensation, flexible working arrangements, a positive corporate culture, comprehensive employee-centric benefits including virtual healthcare and wellness initiatives, as well as attractive savings programs and a clear vision for the future.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Project Manager, your duties will encompass:
  • Collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders to strategize project planning (scope, timeline, and budget) with the guidance of a Project Director and the Heritage Team.
  • Effectively overseeing projects from inception to completion.
  • Monitoring all project expenditures to ensure adherence to budget; securing additional funding when necessary.
  • Establishing and managing a project monitoring system to track progress concerning timelines and budgets.
  • Implementing financial and accounting processes to manage DSO, variances, and project multipliers.
  • Creating and executing a formal change management strategy.
  • Developing and executing project support plans (including health and safety, quality assurance, risk management, communication, and documentation).
  • Coordinating with technical teams to ensure project delivery aligns with timelines, budgets, and client requirements, including those of Indigenous organizations and regulatory bodies.
  • Maintaining regular communication with clients and project teams to provide support and direction.
  • Offering leadership and mentorship to junior project personnel.
  • Actively participating in WSP's Health & Safety program, demonstrating a commitment to safety.
Qualifications:
  • A minimum of 5 years of relevant project management experience, preferably within a large and diverse organization.
  • A passion for archaeology and cultural heritage, particularly in collaboration with Indigenous communities.
  • Exceptional project planning and organizational abilities; proven success in leading diverse teams.
  • Proficient computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Experience with Horizon Oracle or similar accounting systems is advantageous.
  • Detail-oriented and results-driven.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • High standards of professionalism, integrity, and ethics.
  • Ability to foster a positive team environment.
  • Experience in engineering or environmental consulting and/or a PMP certification would be beneficial.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary packages.
  • Innovative and collaborative multidisciplinary projects.
  • Opportunities to work alongside a diverse team of skilled archaeologists with various specialties.
  • On-the-job training, mentoring, and coaching.
  • Career development planning tailored to your aspirations.
  • A dedicated Indigenous relations team that actively promotes partnerships with Indigenous groups and businesses.
  • Support from a large in-house multidisciplinary team and dedicated staff.
  • National project opportunities.
  • Employer-matched pension plan and share purchase plans.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and group plan benefits that can be customized to your preferences.
  • Professional development through reimbursement for professional memberships, participation in practice area networks, and funding for innovative technology.
Compensation:

Expected Salary (British Columbia): $119,200 - $163,900

The final salary for this position may vary based on factors such as education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and organizational needs. The salary range provided may be subject to change for business purposes.

About WSP:

WSP is a leading global professional services firm dedicated to future-proofing our cities and environments.

With over 65,000 team members worldwide, our 12,000+ professionals in Canada are engaged in a wide array of projects, from environmental remediation to urban planning, engineering iconic structures to designing sustainable transportation networks, and developing renewable energy solutions for the future.

At WSP:
  • We value our people and our reputation.
  • We are locally dedicated with international reach.
  • We are forward-thinking and challenge conventional approaches.
  • We promote collaboration in all our endeavors.
  • We cultivate an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable.
Note:

Health and Safety is a core value at WSP. Compliance with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy and client HSE policies is expected at all times.

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