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Urban Forestry Specialist

Weston & Sampson
Weston & Sampson Salary
Worcester, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2025

Weston & Sampson is looking for an Urban Forestry / Climate Resiliency specialist to be based out of one of our New England office locations. The ideal candidate will have 2 - 10 years of experience in environmental science specializing in urban forestry.

What you'll do :

  • Provide comprehensive resilient stormwater and urban forest planning and design services to municipal clients
  • Assist project managers with the preparation of engineering studies, concept designs, and master planning reports
  • Visit job sites to perform project tasks including field tests, data gathering, field inspections, surveying and construction observation
  • Attend public engagement events and help educate the public about the important role that nature-based solutions play in climate resilience
  • Office work may include spatial data analysis, engineering design, data tabulation, tree / landscape planting plans, and will also prepare reports and proposals
  • Some travel may be required.

What you will bring :

  • Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, landscape architecture, forestry, or similar degree.
  • Arborist's certification or ability to acquire preferred.
  • 2 to 10 years of relevant experience working with municipal clients in urban forestry and climate resilience roles, Preferred experience includes :
  • Urban forest master planning and management planning
  • Species selection
  • Soil analysis
  • Climate impacts
  • Climate resilience engineering and planning
  • Flood and urban heat island mitigation using nature-based solutions
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and organizational / time management skills
  • Strong initiative and desire to work in the climate resilience and urban forest space
  • Valid driver's license is required
  • Experience with ArcGIS Pro software suite preferred
  • Based in New England.
  • LI-HYBRID

    Overview

    Weston & Sampson is an 100% employee-owned, full-service environmental and infrastructure consulting firm made up of more than 800 professionals, who work together to develop innovative, cost-effective solutions for our clients. Since our founding in 1899, Weston & Sampson's mission has been to protect, improve, and sustain the natural and built environment to enhance the quality of life. As we grow, we are seeking dedicated technical and professional individuals who want to collaborate on meaningful projects with a team that respects and values their ideas. Weston & Sampson offers a flexible work environment, competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, and exciting career growth opportunities-all in a supportive and dynamic corporate culture that embraces diverse perspectives and recognizes people for their contributions.

    Weston & Sampson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace the rich perspectives and experiences that arise from people of different races, ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientation, gender identities, ages, socio-economic statuses, abilities, and religions, as well as other untapped groups, within our Weston & Sampson family and the communities we serve. Weston & Sampson is committed to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging and equitable representation across our organization and to empower our employees to incorporate IDEA values into the work they perform.

    Your world is always changing, and so are we. Join us as we grow : https : / / www.westonandsampson.com / join-our-team /

    A Note to Third-Party Recruiters :

    Weston & Sampson coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing agencies, or related firms. Resumes are only accepted if a signed agreement is in place. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Weston & Sampson. Weston & Sampson is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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