Consultant Arboriculturist

Consultant Arboriculturist

WSP – UK & Ireland

Location:

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

WSP offers the opportunity to work on landmark projects and collaborate with leading experts in a culture that celebrates innovation, diversity and inclusion. As an Arboriculturist you will support the Principal and Senior Consultant on multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to comprehensive, commercially balanced solutions for public and private clients across the UK.

• Provide support to the Principal and Senior Consultant.
• Conduct site‑based surveys, assessments, measurements, inspections and monitoring in relation to BS5837:2012 and tree‑hazard assessments.
• Collate and interpret arboricultural information from desk studies.
• Prepare technical reports and feasibility studies, and contribute to arboricultural impact assessments and method statements.
• Liaise with the design team to develop mitigation solutions.
• Analyse data and manage projects, meeting tight deadlines and maintaining high quality standards.
• Support senior and junior team members and participate in recruitment activities when required.
• Price projects for small sites.
• Collaborate with GIS and CAD specialists; knowledge of these systems is an advantage but not required.
• Use digital data capture devices such as tablets in the field.
• Travel regularly throughout the UK as required.

• Level 3 qualification in arboriculture or a related field.
• Professional Tree Inspector (PTI) certificate.
• Experience as an arboriculture consultant, local authority tree officer or similar.
• Experience undertaking arboriculture surveys with digital data capture.
• Ability to produce high‑quality technical reports to support planning applications.
• Pragmatic teamwork with landscape, environmental and other professionals.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and arboricultural survey methodologies.
• Strong health & safety approach and understanding of workplace safety.
• Professional conduct and willingness to learn.

Work‑life balance – hybrid working from home two days a week and modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging – a culture that encourages authenticity, diversity and respect.

Health & Wellbeing – access to a virtual GP service, gym benefits, menopause support and a comprehensive wellbeing programme.

Flexibility – part‑time and flexible arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave and use of bank holiday entitlement.

Development – training, mentoring and chartership opportunities.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Professional Services

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: WSP welcomes applications from all qualified individuals regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or maternity. Please let us know if you require workplace adjustments.