Archaeologist / Anthropologist (Technical Writer)

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Full Time

Location

Canada

Job Description

WSP is looking for a Junior to Intermediate Archaeologist or Anthropologist with a focus on technical writing. Vancouver-based is preferred, but other locations in British Columbia will be considered.

Why WSP?

We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging
Our Flexible Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP

What you can expect to do here:

Cultural heritage advisory services to regional, national and international clients.
Contribute to archaeological assessment reports (overview assessments, impact assessments, and related studies), environmental impact statements, cultural heritage policy documents.
Project permitting and regulatory support.
Engagement and relationship building with Indigenous communities.
Position is primarily office-based, but some travel and field work may be required.

What you'll bring to WSP:

An Archaeology or Anthropology undergraduate degree (or nearing completion). Other social sciences degrees will be considered.
Demonstrated understanding of Indigenous cultures of southwestern British Columbia, gained through education, lived experience, or professional work.
Ability to work both independently and part of a diverse team.
A willingness and passion for working with Indigenous groups and communities.
Experience working with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat software.
Detail and result oriented mindset.
Robust analytical skills, with the ability to assess data and draw meaningful conclusions.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethics.
Valid driver's license (Class 5).

Your benefits at WSP will include:

A competitive and industry-leading remuneration package that includes extended medical, dental and group plan benefits that can be customized to your needs as well as an employer-matched pension plan and share purchase plans.
Involvement in innovative and collaborative multidisciplinary projects that provide opportunities to work with a diverse team of experienced professionals.
On the job training, mentoring, and coaching.
Employer matched pension plan, paid vacation days and ability to bank overtime.
Career development planning tailored to help you reach your goals.
A dedicated Indigenous relations team that actively promotes relationships with Indigenous groups and businesses.
Professional development through professional membership reimbursement, participation in practice area networks, and innovation funding to support new technology.
Working with a team that values and upholds a culture of inclusion and belonging.
Our Flexible Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

Salary range: $64,300 to $88,400

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 salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

We value our people and our reputation
We are locally dedicated with international scale
We are future focused and challenge the status quo
We foster collaboration in everything we do
We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

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.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to 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. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.

About WSP Canada

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international expertise. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, planners, landscape architects and urban designers, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Buildings, Transportation, Infrastructure, Environment, Geomatics, Energy, Resources, and Industrial sectors as well as project delivery and strategic consulting services. With over 8,000 talented people across Canada, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for generations to come.