Arboriculture Consultant

OverviewLanpro is a fast growing, multi-disciplinary consultancy specialising in environment led planning and design. We work on projects across residential, historic sites and estates, renewable energy, infrastructure and mixed-use developments. The role is to lead and grow a national arboricultural consultancy team in London, Norwich or Cambridge and to contribute to the company with leadership, autonomy and ownership in arboriculture.The role includes delivering a range of arboricultural consultancy and advisory services for a variety of projects and contracts, primarily in the renewable energy and residential sectors. The chosen candidate will liaise with clients, contractors, statutory agents and a multi-disciplinary team; assisting with managing project budgets, timescales and delivery, undertaking arboricultural surveys and with a focus on the production of high-quality technical reports, drawings and advice.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.ResponsibilitiesCo-ordinate and undertake arboricultural surveys and prepare reports and plans in line with BS5837:2012 guidance (from pre-planning feasibility studies to construction stage support and everything in between).Deliver comprehensive Tree Survey Reports, Tree Constraints Plans, Arboricultural Impact Assessments, Arboricultural Method Statements and Tree Protection Plans.Undertake arboricultural monitoring and supervision of works on active construction sites.Undertake tree risk surveys and reports.Assess and produce veteran tree and woodland management strategies.Prepare quotations for arboricultural services.Act as technical specialist to support clients and internal teams with pragmatic solutions to complex issues.Maintain and build strong working relationships with existing and new clients.Assist with the development of new arboricultural specialisms for the company.Travel to sites as required and work autonomously in varied weather conditions.Qualifications and SkillsA minimum of 2 years of professional experience in a similar advisory role, with a proven track record of successful project management and delivery.An Arboricultural Qualification to Level 4 or higher with demonstrable professional experience.Demonstrable experience in writing high-quality reports with attention to detail.Good working knowledge and ability to prepare scaled plans within AutoCAD and QGIS.Proficiency in tree surveying to BS5837:2012 and tree risk assessment with the use of relevant software (e.g., Axiscape/ArborCAD, ESRI GIS mapping).Sound knowledge of tree species identification, morphology, management, planning, legislation and best practice.Knowledge of pest and disease diagnostics, control measures and mitigation.Professional membership of an arboricultural/forestry industry body (or ability to obtain this).Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce concise reports to high standards.Full UK driving licence.BenefitsNon contractual growth bonus schemeEnhanced Annual Leave entitlementLoyalty Leave (Continuous Service Accrued Annual Leave up to 5 days)Hybrid working environment (flexible work)Centrally based City office (Devonshire Square)Vitality Health Care - Private Medical InsuranceEnhanced Company pensionDeath in service coverBUPA Cash PlanProtected CPD (Department, individual and company wide)E Learning portal accessProfessional Body membership contributionCareer progression framework and development, including two defined promotion windows annually.Discounted Gym membershipCycle to work schemeDiscounts and perks - amazon prime, Free Odeon Cinema tickets, Apple benefits and Cafe NeroEmployee Assistance Program - including Financial and Mental Health support from external expertise. #J-18808-Ljbffr