Field Archaeologist

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We are a global leader in environmental consulting with world‑class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. We have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.

As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

WSP’s Cultural Resources Management Team is located across the United States, with over 30 cultural resources professionals housed in our offices in Louisville, Kentucky
; Lexington, Kentucky
; Kansas City, Missouri
; Ballwin, Missouri
; and Jefferson City, Missouri
. WSP has immediate openings for on‑call Field Archaeologists with a long‑term Phase III archaeological data recovery project at five multi‑component Pre‑Contact archaeological sites. The sites are located in close proximity to each other and contain components dating from the Late Archaic through the Late Pre‑Contact periods. Experience on Pre‑Contact sites and the identification and excavation of Pre‑Contact features is particularly desirable.

This is an on‑call, hourly position. Hourly rates are industry competitive, depending on North American CRM experience and regional archaeological experience. Candidates local to Arkansas, Missouri, eastern Oklahoma, and eastern Kansas are ideal due to work location and schedule, but all qualified applicants will be considered. WSP also has ongoing Phase I, II, and III work in other states with additional upcoming work.

• Assist with multiple Phase III data recovery projects (with additional work at Phase I and II levels), with specific tasks including:
  • archaeological test unit and shovel test excavation;
  • excavation of cultural features;
  • recovery and identification of archaeological artifacts and other materials;
  • use archaeological field forms to record archaeological data, including type and number of artifacts, soil color (Munsell) and soil textures, and other relevant information;
• Work effectively as part of a team;
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures;
• Strictly abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

• Undergraduate degree in anthropology / archaeology or a closely related field;
• Archaeological field school or similar archaeological field experience;
• Self‑motivated, physically able to conduct all aspects of fieldwork in all weather conditions, and be able to follow instructions.

• Prior experience with Pre‑Contact archaeological sites in Arkansas, eastern Oklahoma, and the surrounding region;
• Pre‑Contact lithic artifact identification and analysis.

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.