Jobs in Ipswich, Germany

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!