Permit Holder or Field Director

Location: Anywhere in British Columbia or Alberta (Flexible locations)

50% Field, 50% desktop

Permit Holder: $120,000.00 -$140,000.00 annually

Field Director: $90,000.00 -$110,000.00 annually

(both commensurate with experience).

Ridgeline Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Management, proudly part of the CCI Group of Companies is a team of dedicated professionals with over 12 years of Archaeological experience working on cultural heritage projects across all industries including forestry, highways, oil and gas, parks, and mining. We pride ourselves on our integrity, safety, and respect which we integrate into all we do. We draw from our field expertise, local knowledge and partnerships with First Nations communities to deliver comprehensive and honest assessments together with effective and practical solutions and mitigation strategies to our clients.

CCI Inc. is a leading multi-disciplinary engineering firm offering services in Pipeline & Facility Engineering, Geotechnical, Construction Management, Environmental, Archaeology, Forestry, Planning & Reclamation, Well pads & Access Roads and Pipeline Integrity. Since 2004, we have established ourselves as experts in Trenchless Technology and Open-Cut pipeline construction methods. We are a driving force in the continuing advancement of trenchless installations.

· CCI Core Values

· Operate with Integrity

· Service With Intention

· Commitment, Collaboration, Innovation

As CCI Inc. has been named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for the 13th year in a row, now is the best time to join our winning team!

Position Summary

With a growing demand for our services, we are seeking Field Directors and Permit Holders for all regions to join our team to manage innovative community-guided cultural heritage management practices of Ridgeline. Supervisors with the requirements for Field Director status are also encouraged to apply. With CCI offices conveniently located in Prince George, Fort St John, Calgary, Edmonton, and Salmon Arm, we are quick to deploy our crews to sites throughout British Columbia, Alberta and the Yukon. Qualified applicants from any part of the province are encouraged to apply.

Job Highlights

· Comprehensive Benefits: Extended health and dental plan for you and your family

· Retirement Savings: Company-matched RRSP program

· Paid holiday and sick time

· Professional Development: Training support, coverage of professional dues, and certifications

· Remote work options for Permit Holders and Field Directors

· Travel Perks: All work-related travel expenses, accommodations, and per diems covered

· Positive Team Culture: Collaborative team focused on safety, integrity, and innovation.

· Multiple company offices conveniently located throughout western Canada.

Key Responsibilities

· Direct teams consisting of up to 10 archaeologists on archaeological impact assessments (AIAs and PFRs) for your client projects

· Project manage your client portfolio, deliverables, budgeting, and collaborate with other project managers

· Ensure regulatory compliance and quality standards when surveying, supervising, and producing high quality assessment reports.

· Skillfully incorporate data from the field, RAAD, PARL, and other historic or ethnographic sources into written reports and background assessments.

· Track project budgets and milestones and keep clients up to date on progress.

· Liaise and consult with First Nations and communities on a project basis.

· Foster a positive work environment and collaboration between field crews and community partners. Mentor staff and promote healthy leadership and promote company values.

Qualifications

· Degree in Archaeology or Anthropology or a related field of study.

· 3+ years of experience in supervising or Field Directing field projects.

· Permit Holder or Field Director status within a culture area in BC.

· Demonstrated experience writing and editing technical reports.

· Solid understanding and working knowledge of the BC Heritage Conservation Act and other jurisdictions (Alberta and Yukon are also an asset).

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills. A Positive team attitude.

· Effective time management and setting priorities to meet project deadlines.

· Demonstrated ability to build respectful relationships with First Nations communities.

· Proficiency in MS Office, mapping and digital data use (GIS is an asset).

· Valid First Aid, WHMIS and H2S certification.

· Valid BC driver’s license.

· Willingness for some travel and spend time away from home throughout BC, Alberta, and the Yukon.

If you are excited by the opportunity to take on this challenging and rewarding role, please submit your cover letter and resume (in PDF format) via email to ***email_hidden***.

Please include Permit Holder or Field Director – Your Name, in the subject line of your email. Application Deadline: This posting will remain open until the successful candidates are hired (applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis). We encourage interested applicants to apply early. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.