Global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture and environmental consulting for infrastructure and communities.
Assist with archaeological field surveys, excavations, data collection, and lab tasks.
21 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Contractor
Laurel, MD
Field
Company Size
32,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Planning
Engineering
Architecture
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Surveying
Environmental Sciences
Project Management
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
Description
soil recording
gis mapping
site grid
field survey
artifact id
equipment mgmt
Serving as laboratory assistant when work is available indoors.
Recording and evaluating soils using color (Munsell), texture, and inclusions; Orienteering using a compass USGS topographic maps, plan maps, iPads enabled with GPS location services and supplemented by a Trimble R1 GPS receiver, and photography.
Identifying cultural features.
Assist with setting up a site grid, datum, and excavations units; Mapping site plans and individual shovel tests, units, and features in plan and profile.
Assist in archaeological field surveys utilizing a variety of field methodologies, including archaeological survey, testing, excavation, surface collection, and monitoring.
Identifying historic and prehistoric artifacts following standard collection procedures.
Manage field equipment.
Cleaning and preparing site surfaces for mapping and photography.
Requirements
field experience
bachelor’s degree
arcgis
high travel
safety certificates
physical demands
At least 1 season of a field school or supervised field experience preferred.
Interest in and knowledge of cultural resource management and archaeological methods for survey, assessment, and excavation.
Prior to employment with Stantec this position will require the successful completion of a background check.
Extensive travel requiredup to 90%.
Ability and willingness to work under varied weather conditions.
Bachelor’s degree in archaeology/anthropology or closely related field preferred.
Dedicated to following and promoting a strong safety culture; Industryspecific safety training certificates is an asset.
Valid drivers license.
Experience with digital data collection via ESRI’s Field Maps app for ArcGIS is an asset.
Adaptability and willingness to work as part of a team and independently.
Archaeological field experience in Virginia or MidAtlantic preferred.
Ability to walk and conduct fieldwork for long hours through sometimes rugged terrain and ability to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds is required.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
prior to employment, successful completion of a background check is required.
Company
Overview
Founded in 1954
Year Established
The company was established as a one-person environmental engineering practice in 1954.
MWH Global in 2016
Acquisition Year
Completed the acquisition of MWH Global to enhance expertise in water and natural resources.
450+ Offices
Global Presence
Operates across more than 450 offices on six continents, showcasing extensive global reach.
6 Continents
Geographic Reach
Maintains a strong presence on six continents through strategic expansion.
Began as a one-person environmental engineering practice and has grown through strategic geographic and service expansion.
Publicly listed on the NYSE and TSX, Stantec has completed major acquisitions to bolster expertise and strengthen global infrastructure portfolio.
Headquartered in the iconic Stantec Tower in Edmonton, the company has delivered landmark projects like the Panama Canal Expansion and high-profile community developments.
Leverages interdisciplinary teams of designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers.
Typical projects span urban planning, civil infrastructure, water management, environmental assessment, energy delivery, and architectural design, serving public and private sectors.
Blends technical prowess with visionary design in bold ventures such as designing its own mixed-use tower and leading multi-nation infrastructure projects.
Culture + Values
We Put People First
We Do What is Right
We Are Better Together
We Are Driven to Achieve
Environment + Sustainability
2025
Carbon Neutrality Target
The company plans to achieve carbon neutrality in its operations by the end of the fiscal year 2025.
32,000
Employees in Sustainable Projects
Over 32,000 employees are working on climate-resilient infrastructure and future-proofing cities.
Commitment to environmental, social and governance excellence across operations and client projects
Issued Sustainability‑Linked Loan, tying financing to ESG metrics including Bloomberg GEI and environmental targets