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We are seeking a Cultural Resources Field Monitor to support construction and land-development activities in areas with potential archaeological, historic, or cultural significance. The successful candidate will monitor ground-disturbing work, identify and document cultural resources, and help ensure that project activities comply with applicable cultural-resource laws, permits, environmental commitments, and approved monitoring plans. This is a field-based position that may involve travel to active project sites, variable schedules, and work in changing weather and terrain conditions.

Key responsibilities include observing excavation, grading, trenching, utility installation, and related activities; maintaining accurate daily monitoring logs, field notes, photographs, maps, and artifact records; recognizing archaeological materials, features, and human remains; and immediately reporting discoveries through established procedures. The Field Monitor will coordinate respectfully with construction supervisors, equipment operators, inspectors, archaeologists, tribal representatives, landowners, and regulatory personnel as required. Duties may also include providing cultural-resource awareness briefings, assisting with site avoidance and protective measures, collecting and packaging materials in accordance with approved protocols, supporting surveys or testing, and preparing concise field reports and incident documentation.

Applicants should have relevant education or experience in archaeology, anthropology, cultural-resource management, historic preservation, or a related discipline. Familiarity with archaeological field methods, cultural-resource regulations, and occupational safety practices is preferred. The role requires strong observation, communication, organization, and documentation skills, along with the judgment to stop or redirect work when potentially significant resources are encountered. Candidates must be able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, walk and stand for extended periods, navigate uneven ground, lift field equipment, and use standard mobile devices, cameras, GPS equipment, and basic mapping or data-entry tools. A valid driving licence and willingness to travel or work flexible hours may be required. Additional consideration may be given to candidates with experience working with Indigenous communities, tribal cultural representatives, or construction monitoring programs.

We are seeking a Cultural Resources Field Monitor to support construction and land-disturbance activities in areas with known or potential archaeological, historic, or cultural resources. The successful candidate will monitor ground-disturbing work, including excavation, grading, trenching, and site preparation, to help ensure compliance with approved cultural resources management plans, permits, and applicable regulations. This role requires sound judgment, careful observation, and the ability to communicate effectively with construction crews, supervisors, project personnel, and cultural resources specialists.

Key responsibilities include conducting systematic visual inspections of work areas; identifying, documenting, and protecting archaeological materials, features, or human remains; maintaining accurate daily monitoring logs, photographs, maps, and field notes; and promptly reporting discoveries or potential impacts according to established procedures. The Field Monitor may assist with archaeological surveys, site evaluations, artifact handling, GPS data collection, field forms, and preparation of monitoring summaries or technical documentation. The position may also require coordinating with field crews to pause or modify work when cultural resources are encountered, maintaining confidentiality of sensitive site information, and following all health, safety, environmental, and cultural protocols.

Applicants should have a degree or relevant coursework in archaeology, anthropology, cultural resources management, history, or a related discipline, along with practical field experience or training in archaeological monitoring. Familiarity with regional cultural history, archaeological identification, applicable heritage regulations, and standard field methods is preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, physical stamina, and the ability to work independently in changing outdoor conditions are essential. Candidates must be comfortable walking over uneven terrain, standing for extended periods, working around active construction equipment, and traveling to project locations as required. Experience with GPS units, tablets, digital photography, mapping applications, or technical reporting is advantageous. A valid driver’s licence and the ability to meet any required background, safety, or professional certification standards may also be necessary.