Lead the delivery of arboriculture projects across various sectors
Support multi-disciplinary projects and offer advice and the benefit of your experience to the wider arboriculture team and the business
Manage and undertake a variety of arboricultural surveys, large-scale risk assessments, tree management plans, tree mapping (CAD and ArcGIS Pro technology) and produce associated reports for submission to Local Planning Authorities and landowners
Liaise with the Local Planning Authorities, planners, architects, and other professionals to inform the planning and design process
Provide advice relating to Tree Preservation Orders, Felling Licences, tree work applications, Conservation Areas and High Hedges
Operational including resourcing and financial management of the arboriculture team
Manage client relationships and undertake business development activities
Mentor and support the development of the team
Maintain quality standards and demonstrate efficient and profitable delivery
Requirements
A degree in Arboriculture or related subject
Membership of a relevant professional body such as the Arboricultural Association
Extensive experience in an arboricultural consultancy role
BS5837 consultancy skills and experience, producing reports, carrying out arboricultural impact assessments, arboricultural method statements and visual tree inspections
Demonstrable team management experience
Experience of writing fee proposals, tenders and engaging with clients and consultants/subconsultants
Experience of managing large, long-term survey contracts engaging with multiple surveyors and stakeholders, ensuring excellent client relationships, profitability, quality standards and timely delivery
Strong knowledge and experience of tree surveying techniques and risk/hazard assessment methodologies
Strong working knowledge of current planning and environmental legislation
AutoCAD and GIS proficiency
Strong organisational skills and an ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Experience and ability to negotiate with and obtain agreement from a wide range of clients and statutory consultees
Strong interpersonal skills and able to work at all levels with colleagues and clients
A positive, enthusiastic and flexible approach, working under your own initiative or within a multidisciplinary team environment