Senior Arboricultural Consultant: Lead Complex Projects

WSP in the UK & Ireland

United Kingdom

Hybrid

GBP 52,000 - 76,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking an Associate Arboricultural Consultant to lead complex commissions and grow client relationships within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. You will deliver arboricultural solutions aligned with BS5837, EIA, DCO/NSIP, and construction-stage deliverables while supporting career development and mentoring within the group.

The role emphasizes senior technical delivery, commercial leadership and opportunity to shape a national arboriculture and forestry offer

Qualifications

Substantial arboricultural consultancy experience with a record of leading complex projects.
Track record in major infrastructure, DCO/NSIP, EIA, public sector frameworks or expert evidence.
Strong technical review capability and ability to communicate complex information clearly.
Commercial confidence in pricing, scope management, project controls and risk/opportunity management.
Experience mentoring and developing others, including identifying skills gaps and training needs.
Ability to support work winning and maintain strong client relationships.

Responsibilities

Direct complex arboricultural commissions, ensuring quality, budget, programme and client requirements are met.
Develop and review technical approaches for BS5837, EIA, DCO/NSIP, veteran/ancient tree and construction-stage deliverables.
Support people managers in developing career pathways, mentoring arrangements and technical training.
Build relationships with clients, authorities, industry bodies and internal disciplines to generate work and create value.
Drive best practice, QA consistency, knowledge management and continuous improvement across the team.