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Project Manager/Field Director

Kleanza Consulting Ltd., with offices in Terrace, Prince Rupert, central Vancouver Island (Bowser BC), and Vancouver seeks an exceptional Project Manager for a permanent, full-time position with our growing business. The position may be based out of any of our offices, and may include travel throughout BC.

Ideal applicants will be a Permit Holder in at least one culture area in BC (preference to Coastal) and have a proven track record of undertaking ethical archaeology with and for First Nations on Vancouver Island and the rest of the province. Applicants must be an approved Field Director and have familiarity with BC archaeology and the Heritage Conservation Act. Applicants with the ability to Field Direct and hold permits on the north coast will be given preference.

Applicants must have at least five years’ experience in BC archaeology, understand the unique complexities associated with undertaking projects in areas throughout Vancouver Island, and be well-respected and known by our clients, local First Nations, and the Archaeology Branch. Applicants must have a Bachelor or graduate degree in archaeology or anthropology, experience supervising field staff and office-based colleagues, excellent report- and proposal-writing skills, and enjoy being a mentor to more junior colleagues. They must thrive in a fast-paced, exciting company, where innovation, thinking outside the box, and enthusiasm are highly valued skills.

Responsibilities include: field work, report writing, interacting with clients, working with First Nations, project planning, developing project scopes and estimates, developing research design, managing project budgets, deliverables, and timelines, and supervising crews.Applicants must be physically fit and hold a valid class 5 Driver’s License and Level I First Aid.

The successful applicant will adhere to Kleanza’s values of family, education, community, honesty, and integrity, and will promote Kleanza’s culture with employees, First Nations, subcontractors, and clients. Come join us to do archaeology for good.

Wage commensurate with experience. Health and dental plan, employee assistance plan, RRSP matching, conference and equipment funding, subsidized cell phone included.

How to apply

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. Include information on your education, experience, field experience, lab experience, and writing experience. References are great. Be sure to indicate what sets you apart from all the rest!

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Field Directors (all offices)

Do you want to work with a company that recognizes the importance of work-life balance, has an unsurpassed reputation for challenging the current culture in BC consulting archaeology, and is a leader in facilitating community-based projects, engagement, and ethical practices? Do you wish you had the opportunity to develop your own projects, work directly with company owners to impact company focuses, cultivate your own interests within a supportive and encouraging setting, and work within a company that respects employees’ personal values and professional objectives? Our company is growing, and we are looking for exceptional staff to work with us on diverse, challenging, and unique projects in the Vancouver area and throughout BC, the Yukon, and the Northwest Territories.

Kleanza Consulting Ltd., with offices in Terrace, Prince Rupert, central Vancouver Island, and Vancouver seek an experienced Field Directors for the Northwest Coast and Interior culture areas for a temporary full-time position for the 2021 season, starting immediately. There is potential for this position to become permanent. Field Directors will have opportunities to develop their experience in other culture areas within the province.

Applicants must be approved Field Directors with the British Columbia Archaeology Branch. Applicants must have a Bachelor or graduate degree in archaeology or anthropology, familiarity with BC archaeology and the HCA, excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to work in a deadline-oriented environment with minimal supervision, and ability to supervise small- and medium-sized crews. Applicants with the ability to Field Direct and hold permits on the north coast AS WELL AS the central interior will be given preference.

Responsibilities include: field work, report writing, interacting with clients, working with First Nations, and supervising small- and medium-sized crews. Applicants should enjoy adventure, critical thinking and problem solving, working in challenging physical conditions, and working to actively improve the current standards of consulting archaeology in BC.

Applicants must be physically fit and hold a valid class 5 Driver’s License and Level I First Aid. Additional training such as ATV, snowmobile, and Wilderness First Aid certification would be an asset.

Wage commensurate with experience. Health and dental plan, employee assistance plan, RRSP matching, conference and equipment funding, subsidized cell phone included.