Senior Arboriculturalist

WSP USA; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a skilled Senior Arboricultural Consultant in Newcastle. This role involves managing arboricultural projects, conducting site surveys, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will have a Level 4 qualification in arboriculture and a strong background in tree management. You will collaborate with clients and lead business development initiatives. Join a community committed to making a positive impact and shaping your career in arboriculture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Level 4 qualification in arboriculture or a related field.
• Relevant industry experience in arboriculture, with a strong understanding of tree management and assessment.
• Proficiency in using arboricultural software and tools including Treeplotter, AutoCAD, Word.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Principal Consultant.
• Conduct site based surveys and assessments.
• Mentor junior team members.
• Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to business development activities.

Skills

Arboricultural industry knowledge

Excellent communication

Project management

Problem-solving

Education

Level 4 qualification in arboriculture or related field

Tools

Treeplotter

AutoCAD

Word

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Arboricultural Consultant to join our team in the south or east of England. In this role, you will provide essential support to the Principal Consultant and mentor junior team members alongside you day-to-day role as a senior consultant managing projects and site surveying. Your expertise will contribute to the successful delivery of arboricultural services across a variety of projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support to the Principal Consultant
• Site based surveys, assessments, measurements, inspections and monitoring in relation to BS5837:2012 and tree hazard assessments.
• Collation and interpretation of arboricultural information from desk studies.
• Working on NSIP / DCO projects preparing technical reports and feasibility studies, inputting into arboricultural impact assessments and arboricultural method statements.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, developing their skills as consultants and fostering their professional development.
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and best practices as part of a Clerk of Works / Supervisor role.
• Contribute to business development activities, including preparing proposals and attending client meetings.
• Liaising with design team developing mitigation solutions.
• Data analysis and project management.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines, work to agreed standards and delivery high quality work.
• Small to medium scale project pricing at all levels.
• Internal and external networking
• Contributes to the strategic development of the team.
• Actively participates in recruitment.
• Ability to manage a survey team of consultants.
• Desire to work with junior team members to encourage their career development.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Minimum of a Level 4 qualification in arboriculture or a related field.
• Relevant industry experience in arboriculture, with a strong understanding of tree management and assessment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Proficiency in using arboricultural software and tools including Treeplotter, AutoCAD, Word.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A proactive and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

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