Junior Archaeologist​/Crew Lead

Work Location(s): Prince George, BC, Fort St. John, BC and Fort St. James, BC

Salary Range: $32.37 to $39.82

Join us in protecting natural, environmental, and cultural resources

Travel to beautiful landscapes and potentially work on projects all over Western Canada

Ecofor Consulting Ltd. is a natural and cultural resource management company, with offices in British Columbia, the Yukon, Alberta, and Nova Scotia. Founded in 1996, Ecofor has steadily grown to meet the demands of our clients who include private contractors, developers, landowners, government agencies, First Nations, and Indigenous organizations.

Our team provides expertise in a broad range of disciplines in the biological, environmental, and social sciences. We specialize in fisheries, wildlife, aquatic and terrestrial resources, environmental management, archaeology and cultural resources, land use planning, ground penetrating radar, and forestry.

For more information about us, including our projects, please visit

As a Junior Archaeologist and Crew Lead, you will take on a leadership role in the field, guiding crews through archaeological excavations, surveys, and site assessments while ensuring work is conducted safely, efficiently, and to the highest professional standards. You will be responsible for mentoring and training entry-level staff in field techniques, documentation, and safety protocols, helping to foster a collaborative and productive team environment.

Your role includes managing equipment, maintaining proper organization and records, and addressing day-to-day challenges as they arise. You’ll also maintain regular communication with Field Directors, Permit Holders, and Project Managers, providing timely updates. This position offers a strong opportunity to build leadership experience while contributing to high-quality heritage resource management.

• Lead and supervise field crews on heritage resource projects (archaeological excavations, surveys, site assessments, etc.).
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the field crew, ensuring tasks are completed safely, on time, and to the highest professional standards.
• Provide regular progress updates and reports as needed to Field Directors, Permit Holders, and Project Managers as required.
• Ensure accurate and thorough recording of archaeological data, following permit/ project.
• Manage and maintain complete, legible, and well-organized field documentation and ensure that field notes and spatial data are uploaded promptly to meet project deadlines.
• Fostering positive relationships with local communities, Indigenous groups, governmental agencies and other partners.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to archaeology technicians within a team environment.
• Promoting a strong safety culture and working collaboratively within Ecofor’s corporate culture.

Our ideal candidate brings two to five years of experience in archaeological fieldwork, with a solid background in supervising crews and coordinating activities on surveys, excavations, and site assessments. You hold a degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field, and have either completed a recognized field school or gained equivalent practical training. You are a clear communicator with strong organizational and leadership skills, capable of guiding junior staff and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.

You are confident handling field challenges, comfortable working in remote or physically demanding environments, and bring strong attention to detail in documentation and data collection.

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology or a related field.
• Two (2) to five (5) years’ experience working in archaeology, with significant involvement in field work.
• Previous experience leading or supervising field crews is strongly preferred.
• Completion of a recognized field school program is preferred.
• Knowledge of safety standards and protocols in archaeological fieldwork.
• Familiarity with the provincial/territorial heritage assessment regulatory environment in British Columbia and/or Yukon, or other jurisdictions where Ecofor works as…