Mid-Level Project Arborist

Atlas; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Atlas is seeking a Project Arborist to join our environmental team in Washington. The role supports transportation, utility and infrastructure projects through tree inventories, critical root zone analysis, preservation planning, construction compliance monitoring, and regulatory permitting.

Candidates should have ISA certification and experience with root protection and BMPs. The position involves coordinating with engineers, scientists and project managers, preparing permit applications, and

Qualifications

• ISA Certified Arborist credential in good standing.
• 3 years of experience conducting arboricultural assessments and providing tree protection support for infrastructure, utility, transportation, or development projects.
• Experience developing, implementing, and monitoring tree protection BMPs during construction; including root protection, soil compaction mitigation, and impact assessments.
• Experience conducting tree inventories and preparing tree assessment reports, tree retention plans, arborist compliance reports and permit submittal documents.
• Bachelor's degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, Biology, Botany, Engineering or related field; equivalent professional experience may be substituted for education.
• Strong technical writing skills including preparation of arborist reports, compliance reports, protection plans and mitigation strategies.
• Ability to interpret and apply tree regulations, municipal codes and environmental policies to project planning and permitting.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers, environmental scientists, and project managers to develop and implement tree protection and mitigation strategies.
• Prepare technical reports, tree retention plans and permit applications in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
• Utilize GIS skills to communicate findings to clients and stakeholders.
• Conduct pre- and post-construction site reviews, construction monitoring and arborist compliance inspections.
• Provide field direction for root pruning, branch pruning, tree protection fencing, excavation within critical root zones and BMPs.

Skills

ISA Certified Arborist

Technical writing

Arboricultural assessments

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Forestry

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

GPS data collection

Job description

About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive With a team of 3500 employees and offices throughout the US we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work We always aim for smart safe and sustainable results At Atlas we understand that our future is everyones responsibility and we create a better experience at every stage of a project

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Arborist to join our multi disciplinary environmental team The ideal candidate will have experience supporting transportation utility and infrastructure projects through tree inventories critical root zone analysis preservation planning construction compliance monitoring and regulatory permitting This role requires expertise in tree species identification health assessments risk evaluation and regulatory compliance to support project development and permitting

Core Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers environmental scientists and project managers to develop and implement tree protection and mitigation strategies
• Prepare technical reports tree retention plans and permit applications in accordance with local state and federal regulations
• Utilize strong technical writing and GIS skills to effectively communicate findings to clients and stakeholders
• Conduct pre and post construction site reviews construction monitoring and arborist compliance inspections
• Provide field direction for root pruning branch pruning tree protection fencing excavation within critical root zones and other tree protection best management practices
• Review grading utility drainage access and staging plans to identify potential impacts to retained trees
• Develop practical tree protection and mitigation measures that balance project objectives with tree preservation goals
• Coordinate with project owners regulatory agencies contractors and design teams regarding tree protection requirements permit conditions and compliance with local tree regulations

Minimum Qualifications

• ISA Certified Arborist credential in good standing
• 3 years of experience conducting arboricultural assessments and providing tree protection support for infrastructure utility transportation or development projects
• Experience developing implementing and monitoring tree protection BMPs during construction; including root protection soil compaction mitigation and impact assessments
• Experience conducting tree inventories and preparing tree assessment reports tree retention plans arborist compliance reports and permit submittal documents
• Bachelors degree in Forestry Environmental Science Biology Botany Engineering or related field; equivalent professional experience may be substituted for education
• Strong technical writing skills including preparation of arborist reports compliance reports protection plans and mitigation strategies
• Ability to interpret and apply tree regulations municipal codes and environmental policies to project planning and permitting
• Experience conducting Critical Root Zone CRZ evaluations and assessing construction impacts to retained trees
• Ability to travel throughout Washington and Oregon for field assessments client meetings and construction support activities

Preferred Qualifications

• ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification TRAQ
• Proficiency with GIS mapping tools ArcGIS QGIS and GPS data collection
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with engineers landscape architects contractors and environmental planners
• Proven ability to conduct tree replacement analyses and develop retention strategies
• Experience providing technical guidance mentoring and quality control for arborists field staff or environmental professionals

What Will Help You Succeed

• Experience working on transportation utility and infrastructure projects
• Experience leading multidisciplinary coordination efforts
• Mentoring and quality control experience
• Expertise with tree replacement analyses and retention strategies

What you can expect from us

The A Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally personally and as part of a community We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives and we provide resources that care for our people both at work and in life

Health & Wellness

• We offer medical dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options including no cost employee only medical coverage

Time Off & Family Support

• We offer vacation time paid holidays sick & safety leave SSL and paid parental leave

Retirement

• We help employees plan for the future with a 401k and company match

Insurance

• To provide protection and peace of mind we offer Life AD&D Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Disability insurance

Safety Program

• We are committed to safety as part of our quality of life core value and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear

Learning & Development

• We provide clear career paths learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company
• We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement

Belonging

• We support Employee Communities ECs voluntary employee led groups that create connections belonging and shared purposes

Flexibility

• May vary by project demands and regional workloads but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities

Life

• We enhance the quality of life
• We value people and safety above all else

Heart

• As our hallmark we act with compassion empathy and respect

Trust

• We work together as partners doing what we say with full accountability

Mastery

• Always striving for the highest quality greatness inspires our work

About the Job

Career Level Associate Employment Type Full time Compensation 3500 4000 hourly rate The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the states law Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience

EEO Statement Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race including hairstyles hair texture hair type or hair length commonly or historically associated with race ethnicity creed religion or religious creed color sex including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave andor family care leave gender identity gender expression sexual orientation national origin ancestry citizenship or immigration status primary language crime victim status criminal conviction history uniformed service member or veteran status marital status age genetic information disability or protected medical condition genetics political affiliation or activities or any other status protected under applicable federal state or local laws

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