Senior Arboriculturist

Are you an experienced Arboriculturist looking for the next step up in your career? Are you looking to increase your exposure to complex and rewarding projects? Do you want to join an established consultancy practice who pride themselves in offering a great place to work? If so, we are interested in hearing from you.

Due to our ever-increasing client portfolio and the continuing development of our Arboricultural department, we are looking to appoint a Senior Arboricultural Consultant. The position provides the right candidate with an ideal opportunity to be a part of a motivated team who provide technical advice to a diverse range of clients covering projects across all aspects of arboriculture. Our team undertakes Arboricultural surveys and Arboricultural Impact Assessments in accordance with BS5837: Trees in Relation to Design Demolition and Construction – Recommendations. They will also be involved in a wide range of projects covering the preparation of Woodland Management Plans, Veteran Tree Assessments, NHBC Surveys and Tree Hazard Assessments.

Principal responsibilities/key duties:

• Managing projects throughout their life-cycle prior to and post-planning, preparing fee quotes, managing project budgets and providing advice on arboriculture to clients, stakeholders and project teams;
• Planning, leading on and conducting arboriculture surveys;
• Preparing a range of Arboricultural reports - Arboricultural survey plans, Arboricultural reports, Arboricultural impact assessments and Arboricultural method statements and strategies;
• Designing and implementing appropriate mitigation measures to enhance and protect Arboricultural features;
• Supporting and mentoring junior staff, sharing your own knowledge and expertise to develop their skills and professional judgement;
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, as well as with contractors and regulatory bodies;
• Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team, in the planning and delivery of Arboricultural services.

About you:

• A Level 4 or higher qualification in arboriculture or equivalent environmental discipline;
• A VALID or PTI qualification would be advantageous;
• At least 5 years working in Arboricultural consultancy, with proven experience in project management, including for medium to large scale and more complex sites, liaising with clients and wider project consultants to deliver outputs efficiently and on time;
• Demonstrable experience in complex report writing, inclusive but not limited to Arboricultural survey plans, Arboricultural reports, Arboricultural impact assessments and Arboricultural method statements and strategies;
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders;
• An advanced knowledge of Arboriculture in the context of the UK legislative and planning system;
• Knowledge of GIS/AutoCAD systems would be advantageous;
• Membership or eligibility to membership of a relevant professional body (eg The Arboricultural Association or Institute of Chartered Foresters);
• A passion for Arboriculture and sustainable environmental design;
• A full UK driving licence and access to vehicle.

Why FPCR?

FPCR Environment and Design Ltd is one of the UK’s leading integrated design practices working extensively throughout the UK. Over the last 60 years the practice has developed a valuable mix of multi-disciplinary expertise in masterplanning, environmental assessment, urban design, landscape, ecology, architecture, arboriculture and green infrastructure. Working together, we have implemented many award-winning schemes in environmentally sensitive locations.

At the start of 2021 FPCR became an Employee-Owned business. Our people and culture are vital to the service we provide, and we feel this is the best way forward for the future of the practice. Employee Ownership will enable the whole team to share in the future growth and success of the business, whilst the practice can remain responsive, independent, and adaptable.

What you can expect in return:

Our employees really are our greatest asset, representing a wide range of skills and experience from across the field of UK arboriculture. We are proud to offer our staff at all levels the opportunity to pursue their individual interests as this helps us to facilitate shared learning across our practice. We are offering a competitive salary with the opportunity for annual bonuses, enrolment on our pension scheme, 25 days holiday, compressed working week and a holiday purchase system. Everyone is enrolled in a BUPA health and wellbeing cashback scheme. Staff well-being is very important to us, and the teams frequently have a range of volunteering and social activities going on. FPCR is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their race or gender.

For an informal discussion regarding this opportunity please contact: Helen Kirk – Director of the Arboricultural Department on 01509 672772.

INTERESTED? If you would like to apply for a position with us, please upload your CV. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.