Arboricultural Consultant

eTalent; Liverpool City Region; Remote; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established consultancy is seeking a Principal Arboricultural Consultant to lead their arboricultural team. This pivotal role offers the chance to shape the future of arboricultural services while working on diverse projects across the UK. You will manage a small team, engage with clients, and ensure high-quality service delivery. Join a supportive environment that values collaboration and professional growth, where your expertise will significantly impact meaningful projects. If you're ready to advance your career in a people-focused organization, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible home-based working

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for professional development

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Significant experience in arboricultural consultancy with a focus on BS5837.
• Proven leadership and project management skills in arboriculture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver tree risk management surveys and assessments.
• Manage project delivery from pricing to completion.

Skills

Arboricultural consultancy experience

BS5837 knowledge

Project management skills

Client-focused approach

Communication skills

Education

Level 4 or higher arboricultural qualification

LANTRA PTI and QTRA certifications

Tools

GIS software

Tree survey software

Job description

Principal Arboricultural Consultant

Location: Home-based (within 30 miles of St Helens, Merseyside)

Salary: GBP37,000 - GBP45,000 (depending on experience)

Hours: Full-time

Our client is an established, forward-thinking consultancy providing integrated services across landscape architecture, arboriculture, and ecology. They are seeking an experienced Principal Arboricultural Consultant to lead and inspire their arboricultural team.

This is a pivotal role in the business, offering the opportunity to shape the future of the arboricultural services while working on diverse, high-profile projects across the UK.

The Role

As Principal Arboricultural Consultant, you'll lead the arboricultural department, driving growth, innovation, and excellence. You will manage a small team of consultants, oversee project delivery, and engage directly with clients to ensure high-quality service and technical standards.

This role combines technical expertise with strategic leadership, providing autonomy and the chance to make a significant impact in a well-respected, people-focused organization.

Why Join

• Flexible home-based working
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Diverse, meaningful projects across the UK
• Opportunities for growth and professional development
• Inclusive culture with a clear vision for the future

Key Responsibilities

Technical:

• Lead and deliver BS5837:2012 and Tree Risk Management surveys
• Produce Arboricultural Impact Assessments and Method Statements
• Manage complex tree assessments and reporting up to Proof of Evidence standard
• Oversee project delivery from pricing, scoping, and planning through to completion
• Coordinate with clients, local authorities, and planning teams
• Work closely with ecology and landscape teams to deliver integrated solutions

Managerial:

• Lead, mentor, and support the arboricultural team
• Drive business growth and profitability in line with company strategy
• Develop and implement a robust arboricultural business plan
• Support tenders, quotations, and marketing initiatives
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and professional development

About You

They are looking for someone with:

• Significant arboricultural consultancy experience
• Thorough understanding of BS5837, planning law, tree biology, and risk management
• Proven leadership and project management skills
• A client-focused, solutions-driven approach
• Collaborative, coaching management style
• Excellent communication, report writing, and organizational skills
• Confidence in pricing, scoping, and delivering complex projects
• Experience with appeals and public inquiries (desirable)

Qualifications & Skills:

• Level 4 or higher arboricultural qualification (e.g., Level 6 diploma or equivalent)
• LANTRA PTI and QTRA or similar certifications (desirable)
• Strong technical knowledge of arboriculture, planning, and development
• Experience with GIS and tree survey software is advantageous
• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle

Ready to take your career to the next level?

Apply now and join a company that values its people and the environment!