Join us in changing BC archaeology for good

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WHO YOU ARE.... You have an interest in actively helping to preserve BC First Nations cultural heritage. You have a positive self-starter attitude; you are a good listener and respectful of others. Helping the team and company continually improve and reach its goals is meaningful to you. You enjoy innovation and thinking outside the box. You are safety conscious and will maintain or exceed Kleanza’s safety standards. Your enthusiasm will further Kleanza’s corporate culture and vision. 

ABOUT KLEANZA... We take on people and projects that align with our values; are the firm of choice based on relationships and trust; model ethical practice and excellence in heritage and research; are deeply connected to our Indigenous community partners; and support First Nation goals for heritage sovereignty.  

Kleanza is a full-suite archaeological consulting firm with offices in Terrace, Prince Rupert, central Vancouver Island (Bowser), and Vancouver. We have a new opportunity for Corporate Project Managers, Project Managers and Field Directors to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis to complement our growing business.  We highly value innovation, thinking outside the box, enthusiasm, and we hope you do as well.  

Preference is for these positions to be based in Vancouver or the Lower Mainland, though we would accept other locations for the right candidates.  Applicants who have experience in a professional services firm/consulting environment would be preferred but not required.  The core focus of the Field Director roles is conducting fieldwork, assisting with data collection, and report writing. 

Project Managers will be expected to have a reduced field capacity, though field work would still be expected; permit holding status is an asset. Candidates with experience working collaboratively with First Nations communities, and who understand the processes and responsibilities of First Nations heritage permits, are preferred.  

What we’re looking for…

• Professional Project Management designation PMP is preferred but will consider PMP-PMI and CAPM
• At least five years’ Project Management practice within the Environmental Consultancy industry is preferred (adjacent industry’s will be considered)
• Experience with; budgeting, project tracking, cost-accounting, scope control, leadership and supervision of project teams and client management 
• Degree or diploma in a related field; environmental science, biology, agrology, ecology (is an asset)
• Collaboration with technical teams to monitor, evaluate, and report on project performance; budget, cost, schedule, scope, quality, risk, and issues
• Conduct regular project progress and status reviews where you bring forward project issues and risks, as well as quality and scope deviations
• Timely escalation to leadership of day-to-day issues, risks and problems when the situation requires it
• Experience with Project Management Software (e.g., Wrike) and a quick learner who easily adapts to new software applications, systems, and processes 
• Experience leading, or as a key team member, implementing Project Management software (is an asset)
• Knowledge of and experience with relevant provincial legislation, environmental standards, regulations and guidelines for managing cultural heritage (is an asset)
• Understand the unique complexities associated with undertaking projects in the Vancouver area 
• Experience working with First Nation communities on complex projects
• Have experience supervising field staff and office-based colleagues
• Excellent report-and proposal-writing skills 
• Strong problem-solving skills with an ability to address challenges with effective solutions that improve systems and/or relationships, and think outside the box
• Enjoy being a mentor to more junior and cross-functional team members

What we offer...

• Flexible schedules with work from home opportunities 
• An annual gear and conference allowance
• Cell phone allowance
• Paid sick days (five days/year)
• A generous, up to 6% company-matching RRSP program
• Personal Development and Mentorship Opportunities
• Extended medical and dental plan for you and your dependants
• Group life insurance as well as other insurance benefits (accident, travel,      etc.)
• Industry-leading Health Spending Account
• Generous vacation days
• Competitive Salary range: $88,000-$106,000 per year ‘net’ of the benefits above

Do you want to work with a company that believes in work-life balance ‘and’ enables it?  Are you looking for a smaller, values driven culture that prides itself on excellent working relationships with local First Nations and providing a supportive and safe environment for all employees?  Would you like to be part of a growing team where your work matters and will make a real impact in the company’s future? Kleanza Consulting Ltd. has an unsurpassed reputation for challenging the current culture in BC archaeology and is a leader in facilitating community-based projects, engagement, and ethical practices. 

We are truly a British Columbia-wide firm with offices in Terrace, Prince Rupert, Bowser (central Vancouver Island), and Vancouver. We have an opportunity for a Corporate Project Manager to join our team. This is a new role for Kleanza and although it will start as a 12-month temporary full-time position there will be a good possibility of extension or for the role to become permanent. 

We would consider candidates based in Vancouver or the Lower Mainland, BC. Applicants must have previous experience managing complex projects in an Environmental Consulting industry. Previous experience with Wrike Project Management Software is an asset but not mandatory.

What you’ll do…

Become our corporate Project Management leader. Fully leverage our PM software (Wrike) to provide a global view for managing the business and creating efficiencies for the Archaeology Project managers. Manage aspects of large and complex projects in concert with the Archaeology Project Managers and technical team. Standardize Client Project Management processes and systems to exceed service and quality expectations.

Our client base includes municipal and provincial government agencies, First Nations, forestry, mining, transportation, infrastructure, and private development. Our projects complexity results from managing person-hours across multiple sites and deliverables, typically while acting as a sub-contractor within larger projects timelines. 

Submit your cover letter, CV, and references electronically to: careers@kleanza.com. 

Project Managers...  based out of Vancouver and Lower Mainland (though remote options are available) 

Field Directors... based out of Vancouver, Terrace, Prince Rupert, or Vancouver Island.  

Minimum Requirements...

Project Manager... Bachelors in Archaeology or related field and 6+ years applicable experience  

Field Director... Bachelors in Archaeology or related field and 3+ years applicable experience  

What we offer…  

• An annual gear and conference allowance benefit  
• Flexible work schedules with work from home opportunities
• Cell phone allowance 
• Paid sick days (five days/year)  
• A generous, 6% company-matching RRSP program  
• Personal Development and Mentorship Opportunities
• Generous vacation days
• Extended medical and dental plan for you and your dependents  
• Industry leading health spending account
• Group life insurance as well as other insurance benefits (accident, travel, etc.)  

Wages...

Project Managers - $88,000 - $106,000 per annum

Field Directors - $75,000 - $95,000 per annum

Email your cover letter and CV to careers@kleanza.com, noting the position you are applying for and the office you wish to work from.