Archaeologist

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Your Opportunity Stantec seeks an experienced Senior Archaeologist to join our growing cultural resources team in Michigan. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of state regulations and State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) guidance for Michigan and the surrounding states. The candidate will also have demonstrated expertise in Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance. This position supports our environmental consulting practice, with a primary focus on proposal development, regulatory compliance, and managing archaeological projects. Working with our Senior Resource Team Leads, you will assist in managing archaeological investigations, contribute to technical proposals, and handle permitting requirements for diverse clients across the Midwest and Great Lakes regions. The role is primarily office-based work but may require travel and participation in field investigations. Experience with cultural resource projects in Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, or Wisconsin is valuable, though not required. While based in one of Stantec’s offices in Ann Arbor, Brighton, Farmington Hills, Lansing, or Metro Detroit, projects typically will require travel via vehicle or plane for out-of-town field work. Candidates living across the Upper Midwest are encouraged to apply.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Develop and write technical proposals, including scope development, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Navigate permitting processes and provide guidance on regulatory compliance requirements.
• Under the direction of the Senior Resource Team Lead, coordinate cultural resource investigations across various sectors, including utilities (power and gas), transportation, renewable energy, and local government projects.
• Participate in Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) initiatives.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Experience with all phases of archaeological investigation and documentation.
• Demonstrated success in proposal writing and project execution.
• Strong knowledge of cultural resource permitting requirements and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience managing projects in utilities, transportation, or renewable energy sectors.
• Track record of successful project delivery and team leadership.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Strong professional network in cultural resources field.
• Demonstrated positive reputation and relationships with SHPO, THPO, and other agencies.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and ability to travel between project sites and Stantec offices.

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in anthropology/archaeology or related discipline.
• At least 10 years’ CRM experience as an archaeologist.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in cultural resource project management, particularly in the Upper Midwest.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. When required, fieldwork may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Ability to walk 5 miles over rough terrain and to lift to 50 lbs may be required. When conducting non-local fieldwork, paid travel time, per diem, and single occupancy hotel rooms are provided. Stantec fleet or rental cars are often provided. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.

Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.