Mid-Career Archeologist

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a skilled and motivated mid‑career Staff Archaeologist with 3‑5 years of CRM field experience in California to join our Environmental Services Cultural Resources Team. This full‑time position offers opportunities to lead office‑based and field compliance efforts for major utilities, as well as support all phases of cultural resource management (CRM), including survey, testing, data recovery, and construction monitoring.

• Serve as a key team member (office/field) on major utilities compliance contracts and other projects
• Support pedestrian surveys, test excavations, data recovery, and construction monitoring
• Support reporting (CEQA/Section 106), tracking, execution, and review of projects
• Assist in project planning, scheduling, and logistics for field efforts
• Oversee and mentor junior field staff, ensuring work meets professional standards
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local cultural resource regulations (Section 106, CEQA, NHPA, ARPA, NAGPRA)
• Coordinate with project managers, agency representatives, tribal monitors, and construction crews as needed
• Follow health and safety protocols for field operations

• Detail‑oriented problem solver with a positive attitude and strong organizational skills
• Willingness to learn, flexibility in assignments, ability to follow directions, and strong communication skills for effective teamwork
• Working knowledge of CEQA and Section 106
• Intermediate familiarity with OHP guidelines, standard reporting formats, and California Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) 523 site forms
• Strong technical writing skills (DPR forms, field summaries, technical reports) with proficiency in Word and Excel
• Knowledge of California/Great Basin archaeology

• Master’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related field (Required)
• 3‑5 years of CRM field experience in California (Required)
• Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA; Preferred, not required)
• Experience in Utility Sector Projects and Workflows (Preferred)
• Experience leading small field teams and mentoring junior staff
• Experience conducting survey, construction monitoring, excavation, and artifact analysis
• Experience recording archaeological sites and completing DPR 523 forms
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Typical office environment with prolonged computer use; field work may include exposure to the elements

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. We bring together diverse perspectives to solve critical issues such as climate change, digital transformation, and future‑proofing our communities and infrastructure.

• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas – Min Salary $57,800.00 – Max Salary $83,700.00
• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA areas – Min Salary $62,000.00 – Max Salary $89,800.00

• Medical, dental, and vision plans; wellness program; health savings accounts; flexible spending accounts; 401(k); employee stock purchase program; life & AD&D insurance; disability plans; travel benefits; tuition reimbursement; professional membership coverage; paid family leave; 10 paid holidays; 10‑20 vacation days per year; paid sick leave

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other protected characteristics. We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments, please inform our Talent Acquisition team.