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Archaeologist roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in archaeology, anthropology, or a closely related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a practical path for Australian archaeologists targeting federal agencies, cultural resource management firms, and universities.
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Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve. Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Your role will include as-needed support for senior review and oversight of cultural resources field work for various programs including for large utilities clients including: archaeological survey, testing, evaluation, and construction monitoring, report and section writing, site record forms, as well as other tasks as assigned. Must demonstrate awareness for workplace safety; and be willing to work independently when conditions are appropriate or with limited supervision. You will work closely with Stantec's project managers, laboratory resources and environmental staff. This position will be based in our Walnut Creek office.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage tasks and projects according to approved scopes of work, and deliver quality reports on schedule and within budget
- Interact and interface professionally with Tribes, clients, and other staff
- Completing QA/QC on deliverables, including field notes or documentation
- Construction contract administration and site inspection services
- Participate in Health, Safety and Environment (HSSE) Policies, Procedures, Standards and Guidelines in the execution of all work
- Assignments/projects are advanced in nature and require the application of mature knowledge
- Responsible for planning and conducting assignments/projects having broad scope for independent accomplishment and coordination of difficult tasks
- Provide supervision, training, technical direction and mentoring to more junior staff
- Review work of junior staff
- Applies technical and business knowledge and methods to develop creative, effective, and economical solutions to address current and potential project issues
- Conduct peer reviews of routine and moderately complex work by colleagues or more junior practitioners
- Travel – Up to 100% - Local and regional travel required
YOUR CAPABILITIES AND CREDENTIALS
- Proficient in and consistently demonstrates and promotes policies and procedures for HSSE, including client-specific training (if applicable)
- Strong skills in archaeological excavations and analysis
- Skilled in communications and technical information exchange with clients, engineers and scientists, government regulators and agencies, and academia, as well as non-technical communication to the public
- Disciplined approach to project execution and technical excellence
- Ability to provide written and verbal direction on project delivery
- Shows leadership in striving to continuously improve technical performance
- Ability to convey safety information to field staff
- Drives collaborative efforts within the region and beyond to deliver consistent, high quality and appropriately scoped technical work
- At least ten years of experience successfully executing technical aspects of medium to complex projects
- Good driving record and valid driver’s license required
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree and minimum 6 years’ related experience, or an equivalent combination of education (e.g., advanced degree) and experience preferred. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
ABOUT STANTEC
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
PAY RANGE
Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP) - $79,300.00 - $114,900.00 Annually
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
BENEFITS SUMMARY
Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law). Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
LOCATION
Primary Location: United States | CA | Walnut Creek
ORGANIZATION
BC-1857 EnvSvcs-US West N California
EMPLOYEE STATUS
Temporary
BUSINESS JUSTIFICATION
New Position
TRAVEL
Yes
SCHEDULE
Part time
JOB POSTING
28/02/2026 12:02:55
REQ ID
1004631
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
INTRODUCTION
Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve. Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Your role will include as-needed support for senior review and oversight of cultural resources field work for various programs including for large utilities clients including: archaeological survey, testing, evaluation, and construction monitoring, report and section writing, site record forms, as well as other tasks as assigned. Must demonstrate awareness for workplace safety; and be willing to work independently when conditions are appropriate or with limited supervision. You will work closely with Stantec's project managers, laboratory resources and environmental staff. This position will be based in our Walnut Creek office.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage tasks and projects according to approved scopes of work, and deliver quality reports on schedule and within budget
- Interact and interface professionally with Tribes, clients, and other staff
- Completing QA/QC on deliverables, including field notes or documentation
- Construction contract administration and site inspection services
- Participate in Health, Safety and Environment (HSSE) Policies, Procedures, Standards and Guidelines in the execution of all work
- Assignments/projects are advanced in nature and require the application of mature knowledge
- Responsible for planning and conducting assignments/projects having broad scope for independent accomplishment and coordination of difficult tasks
- Provide supervision, training, technical direction and mentoring to more junior staff
- Review work of junior staff
- Applies technical and business knowledge and methods to develop creative, effective, and economical solutions to address current and potential project issues
- Conduct peer reviews of routine and moderately complex work by colleagues or more junior practitioners
- Travel – Up to 100% - Local and regional travel required
YOUR CAPABILITIES AND CREDENTIALS
- Proficient in and consistently demonstrates and promotes policies and procedures for HSSE, including client-specific training (if applicable)
- Strong skills in archaeological excavations and analysis
- Skilled in communications and technical information exchange with clients, engineers and scientists, government regulators and agencies, and academia, as well as non-technical communication to the public
- Disciplined approach to project execution and technical excellence
- Ability to provide written and verbal direction on project delivery
- Shows leadership in striving to continuously improve technical performance
- Ability to convey safety information to field staff
- Drives collaborative efforts within the region and beyond to deliver consistent, high quality and appropriately scoped technical work
- At least ten years of experience successfully executing technical aspects of medium to complex projects
- Good driving record and valid driver’s license required
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree and minimum 6 years’ related experience, or an equivalent combination of education (e.g., advanced degree) and experience preferred. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
ABOUT STANTEC
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
PAY RANGE
Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP) - $79,300.00 - $114,900.00 Annually
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
BENEFITS SUMMARY
Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law). Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
LOCATION
Primary Location: United States | CA | Walnut Creek
ORGANIZATION
BC-1857 EnvSvcs-US West N California
EMPLOYEE STATUS
Temporary
BUSINESS JUSTIFICATION
New Position
TRAVEL
Yes
SCHEDULE
Part time
JOB POSTING
28/02/2026 12:02:55
REQ ID
1004631
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Archaeologist
Get your credentials formally evaluated
Australian archaeology degrees are typically three years, which some U.S. employers misread as insufficient. A credential evaluation from a NACES-approved service confirms your qualification is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's, strengthening your E-3 specialty occupation claim.
Target CRM firms with federal contracts
Cultural resource management companies holding federal contracts regularly hire archaeologists and are familiar with work visa sponsorship requirements. These employers already navigate DOL compliance for government projects, making LCA filing a routine step rather than a deterrent.
Distinguish field archaeology from research roles when applying
E-3 specialty occupation requires the role to theoretically and practically require a specific bachelor's degree. Positions framed as general field technician work may not qualify, so focus your applications on roles explicitly requiring a degree in archaeology or a directly related discipline.
Handle your LCA and filing through Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service
The LCA must be certified by DOL before your consulate appointment, and errors in the job description or wage attestation cause delays. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from offer to consulate appointment, including wage compliance and documentation.
Clarify sponsorship before the offer stage
Many archaeology employers haven't sponsored E-3 visas before but are open to it once they understand the process. Raising sponsorship early in discussions, and explaining that there's no lottery and no employer quota, removes the friction that kills offers at the final stage.
Align your interview timeline with consulate appointment availability
E-3 visa interviews are processed at U.S. consulates in Australia, and appointment slots at Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth vary by season. Confirm your employer's intended start date allows enough lead time for LCA certification and a consulate appointment, which can take several weeks.
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Find Archaeologist JobsArchaeologist E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find archaeologist jobs in the U.S. that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. Beyond search, understanding which employer types regularly sponsor helps: federal agencies, national parks, universities with archaeological programs, and cultural resource management firms holding government contracts are your most productive targets.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an archaeologist role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in archaeology, anthropology, or a directly related field as a standard entry requirement. Roles framed as general field technician or survey crew positions may not meet the specialty occupation threshold, even if you hold a degree. The job description and employer documentation need to reflect a degree-required role.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for archaeologist roles?
The E-3 is available exclusively to Australian citizens and has no annual lottery, no cap, and no registration fee. The H-1B is capped at 85,000 per year with a competitive lottery, meaning qualified archaeologists can be rejected purely by chance. For Australian nationals, the E-3 is a more reliable path to employment in the same specialty occupation roles that H-1B covers.
Can I change employers or move between archaeology projects on an E-3?
You can change employers, but each new position requires a fresh LCA filing with DOL and a new visa stamp if you're outside the U.S. at the time. If you're already in the U.S., a new LCA and updated DS-160 support the change, but you cannot begin work with the new employer until the LCA is certified and the new E-3 is approved or a valid status covers the gap.
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