Arborist/Urban Forestry Consultant (Gainesville, Virginia)

Davey Tree Expert Co; Gainesville (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Arborist/Urban Forestry Consultant to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on business development and marketing within the urban forestry sector, specifically targeting the VA/MD/DC market. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in arboriculture and project management to assist with various projects while fostering client relationships. This innovative firm offers a supportive environment with ample opportunities for professional growth and development, making it an exciting place for those passionate about urban forestry and environmental consulting.

Benefits

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Employee-owned company

Group Health Plan

Career Development Program

Charitable matching gift program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in arboriculture and urban forestry.
• Strong project management and business development skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project management and urban forestry projects.
• Lead marketing efforts and develop client relationships.

Skills

Networking and interpersonal skills

Marketing

Business development

Sales

Project management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Arboriculture knowledge

Tree preservation

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in forestry or related field

Tools

Civil engineering plans

Landscape architecture plans

Job description

Company: Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc.
Locations: Gainesville, VA
Additional Locations: VA, DC, and MD region
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 209427

Position Overview

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc. (WSSI) is looking for a highly motivated mid-level Arborist/Urban Forestry Consultant (5+ years of experience) to join our urban forestry team as an urban forester with a business development focus. The candidate will provide business development, marketing, and sales support to help grow WSSI’s urban forestry/arboricultural consulting, for all WSSI’s regional offices with a specific focus on the VA/MD/DC market, while assisting with project management and conducting field work.

Job Duties

• Assist with project management
• Assist with urban forestry projects as needed, including tree assessment
• Lead business development and marketing efforts for the urban forestry team with minimal supervision, including:
  • Develop marketing strategies for the VA/MD/DC area for urban forestry/arboricultural consulting opportunities
  • Identify and research potential clients
  • Develop and maintain client relationships
  • Prepare proposals and assist with RFP responses
  • Participate in marketing events and industry associations
  • Work with WSSI’s Marketing Department to leverage marketing opportunities such as social media, sponsorships, events, and other client communications

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in forestry, urban forestry, landscape architecture, or a related field.
• High level of networking and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with marketing, business development, sales, and project management.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills and the ability to negotiate effectively.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines under limited supervision.
• Experience in arboriculture; tree preservation; tree root patterns and morphology; and forest and landscape plant identification, including native and non-native trees and shrubs.
• Experience with civil, architectural, and landscape architecture plans, details, and specifications as they relate to conflicts with trees and environmental regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work closely with design and construction management teams and local government.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ISA Certification and/or ASCA RCA
• MD Licensed Tree Expert and/or MD Licensed Forester, or similar
• Familiarity with civil engineering; land clearing; site work; residential, commercial, and institutional construction and renovations; landscape design/construction; underground utilities construction and design
• Experience dealing with regulatory agencies and ability to work well with regulators
• Ability to interpret and apply municipal tree regulations in a variety of jurisdictions.

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
• Group Health Plan.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.
• Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
• Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
• Charitable matching gift program.

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

Company Overview

DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.

Divisional Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of natural and cultural resource consulting services and is based in Gainesville, Virginia. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%