Lead Archaeologist

WSP•Midvale, UT

4d•$88,100 - $132,440

About The Position

WSP USA Inc. is seeking a Senior Archaeologist for its Cultural Resources Group, based in Salt Lake City, Utah; Portland, Oregon; or Seattle, Washington. This full-time position involves working with a multidisciplinary team of archaeologists, biologists, and ecologists on projects of varying scales. The successful candidate will have at least five years of experience and excellent research and writing skills. The role supports complex project management, client relations, proposal writing, archaeological fieldwork, and report preparation. It combines frequent regional travel with office-based responsibilities, including field preparations, site forms, and technical reports. The position also involves coordinating with federal and state agencies, project stakeholders, and subcontractors, and leading field crews. Work may include pedestrian field inventory, evaluative testing, site mitigation, and monitoring in the Great Basin, Intermountain West, and/or Southwest. Candidates must meet experience and permit requirements for work in Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, and/or Wyoming, including eligibility to be listed at least as a Field Director on regional BLM Cultural Resource Use Permits. WSP offers a comprehensive benefits package and lists an expected salary range of $88,100–$132,440 across all locations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or commensurate experience in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related discipline.
At least seven years of experience as a project archaeologist or field director in the Great Basin, Intermountain West, and/or Southwest of the United States, supervising Cultural Resource Management field investigations.
Ability to be listed at minimum as a Field Director on regional BLM Cultural Resource Use Permits.
Extensive knowledge of equipment, technology, and paperwork used to record and document archaeological sites and artifacts.
Demonstrated experience in archaeological analysis and report writing.
Ability to work independently and plan and execute personal assignments with minimal instruction.
Knowledge of health and safety standards.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to work long hours in harsh environments and varying weather conditions.
Ability to successfully lead teams with diverse personalities.
Candidates may be subject to client- or project-specific background checks or drug testing.
Excellent research and writing skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

Assist with managing complex projects, maintaining client relations, supporting proposal writing, directing archaeological fieldwork, and preparing reports.
Apply leadership, technical, and communication skills in support of project and team objectives.
Travel frequently throughout the region and perform office-based responsibilities as project needs require.
Meet experience and permit requirements for work conducted in Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, and/or Wyoming.
Conduct pedestrian field inventory, evaluative testing, site mitigation, and monitoring.
Lead field crews and coordinate with subcontractors during field operations.
Perform office tasks including pre-field preparations, site-form preparation, technical report writing, and related assignments.
Coordinate with federal and state agencies and project stakeholders to support compliance and project execution.
Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Disability coverage
Life insurance
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation or other personal time
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings