Archaeology & Cultural Heritage Specialist

Toronto - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 14 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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