Principal Consultant / Urban Forest Planning | N CA Preferred (Nv, OR, & WA Secondary)

Additional Locations: Northern California (preferred), Nevada, Oregon, or Washington

Primary Locations: CA, San Jose, 1055 Commerical Street, 95112

Requisition ID: 199771

Position Overview

Principal Consultant Urban Forest Planning, DRG Western Region (California preferred. Secondary Nevada, Washington, Oregon)

Objectives

• Provide direct project management and support for urban forestry planning projects (80%).

• Support of sales and project development (10%).

• Support and drive urban forestry planning market growth (10%).

• percentages are estimates for where time/energy should be spent

Job Duties

Duties

• Perform and manage urban forest planning projects with or without supervision, including management plans, master plans, operations review, resource analysis, and ordinance review.

• Manage and support all aspects of multiple concurrent projects including timelines, scheduling, technical report and plan writing and review, performing administrative duties, mentoring and staff training, maintaining and implementing safety training, delegating and overseeing project tasks, and working closely with clients.

• Conduct and support stakeholder engagement activities, including presentations, public surveys, research, data collection and analysis, graphics, and plan preparation (writing, editing) to fulfill scope of work and project objectives.

• Lead meetings with municipal officials, community organizations, advisory committees, and other government agencies in support of project objectives.

• Manage multiple projects at one time.

• Responsible for direct client communication and all project deliverables.

• Perform administrative duties, including project performance tracking, analysis, invoice projections, and invoicing.

• Coordinate with other UF Project Managers and remote DRG staff (including planners, arborists, marketing, and GIS staff) for task support and development of innovative and useful tools and deliverables.

• Support project development and marketing pursuits and initiatives with proposals, budget development, industry involvement, and positive client interactions.

• Participate in national, regional, and local marketing strategies such as events; webinars; and sponsorships.

• Attend, exhibit, and/or present at regional and national conferences and identify and participate in public speaking and networking opportunities.

• Participate on industry-related boards, commissions, and committees as appropriate and approved.

• Build and maintain industry-level thought-leadership in urban forestry planning, management plans, operations reviews, and ordinance consulting.

• Travel as needed to fulfill project requirements and strategic marketing goals.

• Pursue and/or maintain advanced industry credentials such as ISA Certified Arborist-Municipal Specialist and Board Certified Master Arborist credentials.

• Provide and maintain a home office environment generally free from distractions.

• Remain compliant with Davey safety training requirements.

Year 1 Success Metrics

• Project Performance measured by profitability, work/deliverables quality, and client satisfaction

• Utilization rate (80%+)

• Annual performance review and opportunity for expanded duties

Qualifications

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in related discipline or equivalent experience in a similar position

• ISA Certified Arborist required. Municipal Specialist and Board Certified Master Arborist preferred

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills

• Two or more years of leadership experience in urban forestry management or planning

Compensation

• $50/month personal cell phone stipend or DRG provided cell phone

• $50/month stipend for home internet service

• Access to Davey medical, dental, and vision benefits upon hire.

• Access to Davey stock after 90 days of employment and 401k benefits after one year of service

• Access to Davey paid time off benefits including sick pay, vacation and holiday pay

• Reimbursement of work related expenses as appropriate, including business mileage reimbursement.

• DRG provided laptop and equipment

• Training as needed/appropriate, coverage of industry memberships and professional affiliations, with approval

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.

Davey Resource Group, Inc., is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States. 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.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 25%

Davey is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and considers all qualified employees and applicants for all positions regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state, or local law. It is our mandate that all matters related to the terms and conditions of employment and all treatment on the job be free of discrimination. In addition, harassment based on any protected characteristic is strictly prohibited.

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