Archaeology & Cultural Heritage Specialist

SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway.

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Context

The archeologist will bring his contribution to the project in Ontario.

Missions/Main Duties

• Leads cultural heritage and archaeological assessments along the corridor.
• Review of previously completed investigations and reporting.
• Identify data gaps and commitments.
• Development of the Investigations scope and schedule related to their specialty.
• Lead the subject matter team tasked to complete DD&I work and reporting.
• Coordinates Stage 1–4 archaeological work. 
• Coordinates cultural heritage assessments.
• Develops an archaeological EMP.
• Interfaces with regulators and Indigenous communities on heritage and archaeology matters.
• Integrates mitigation measures into project design and construction planning.
• Confirmation that requirements and commitments are executed.
• Conduct, coordinate, and supervise archaeological potential assessments as part of impact studies for major linear infrastructure projects (such as intercity passenger transport, freight transport, tramways, etc.).
• Oversee diagnostics, surveys, and preventive excavations, in collaboration with technical partners and regulatory authorities.
• Advise project teams on heritage issues and propose measures for the mitigation or enhancement of archaeological heritage.
• Participate in project meetings and represent the archaeological discipline to various stakeholders (project owners, government agencies, local authorities).
• Organize and lead communication and awareness initiatives about archaeological findings for the public and project stakeholders.
• Collaborate with First Nations as part of archaeological studies.

Profile/Skills

Education: - a bachelor or advanced degree from a recognized university in a field of study related to historical and architectural aspects of Built Heritage Resources and Cultural Heritage Landscapes or Archaeology;

Additional training in project management or heritage regulations would be an asset.

Years of Experience: 7 to 10 years of professional experience, ideally acquired on large-scale projects or in complex environments (linear, urban, or rail projects).

Technical Skills:

• Experience with similar projects in the Province of Ontario.
• Proficiency in preventive archaeological excavation, diagnostic, and evaluation methods.
• Good knowledge of the legal and regulatory framework applicable to archaeological work and heritage management.
• Ability to write high-quality study reports and to synthesize scientific data.
• Proficiency in GIS (Geographic Information Systems) tools and archaeological databases.
• Experience managing archaeological sites in constrained environments.

Personal Qualities:

• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with various technical profiles.
• Independence, thoroughness, and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, teaching, and scientific outreach abilities.
• Adaptability, responsiveness, and ability to work in changing contexts or under tight deadlines.
• Initiative and a proactive approach to solving complex problems.

SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.

Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.

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