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Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii. It’s no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It’s how we are built – with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do. We’re just built to be better. We are a great company.

We are seeking a Senior Project Arborist (Environmental Scientist 2) to join our Redmond, WA team! Come join us!

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Arborist to join our multi-disciplinary environmental team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting tree inventories, risk assessments, and preservation planning for transportation and infrastructure projects in the Pacific Northwest. This role requires expertise in tree species identification, health assessments, risk evaluation, and regulatory compliance to support project development and permitting.

• The Project Arborist will collaborate with engineers, environmental scientists, and project managers to develop and implement tree protection and mitigation strategies. Responsibilities include preparing technical reports, tree retention plans, and permit applications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. The candidate must possess strong technical writing and GIS proficiency to communicate findings effectively with clients and stakeholders.

• Come join our growing team!

Minimum requirements:

• Certification: Must hold an ISA Certified Arborist credential and be in good standing. Additional certifications such as ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) are highly preferred.

• Experience: At least 4 years of experience managing trees in a construction setting with expertise in drafting and implementing tree protection best management practices (BMPs).

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Forestry, Environmental Science, Biology, Botany, or a related field. Candidates with extensive experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Technical Writing Skills: Strong ability to draft clear, concise, and easy-to-understand work plans, tree protection measures, and compliance reports.

• Collaboration & Communication: Demonstrated experience working with engineers, landscape architects, contractors, and environmental planners to integrate arboricultural best practices into project designs.

• Tree Replacement & Compliance Expertise: Proven ability to conduct complex tree replacement analysis and develop retention strategies that align with environmental regulations and project requirements.

• Leading People: Experience mentoring and leading teams of arborists, field staff, or environmental professionals, including providing technical guidance, training, and quality control for tree assessments and reports.

Technical requirements:

• Proficiency in GIS mapping tools (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) and GPS data collection for tree inventories and assessments.

• Experience with tree risk assessment methodologies, such as ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) or other industry-recognized standards.

• Familiarity with construction-related tree protection measures, including root zone protection, soil compaction mitigation, and impact assessments.

• Ability to interpret and apply tree regulations, municipal codes, and environmental policies to project planning and permitting. Strong technical writing skills for preparing arborist reports, tree preservation plans, and mitigation strategies.

Other miscellaneous qualities:

• Ability to work in the field for extended periods, including up to several weeks of remote fieldwork on Kitsap Peninsula and the Olympic Peninsula as project needs dictate.

• Must be comfortable working in varied weather conditions and rugged terrain while conducting tree assessments.

• A valid driver’s license and a good driving record are highly desirable for travel to project sites.

Compensation:

$40 - $50 hourly

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state’s law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits:

Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Atlas benefits include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life / AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, educational assistance program.

Who We Are:

We strive to be the most sought-after infrastructure and environmental solutions company, known for our unique, values-driven approach and brought to life by the industry’s most exceptional people.

Atlas provides professional testing, inspection, engineering, environmental and consulting services from more than 100 locations nationwide. We deliver solutions to both public and private sector clients in the transportation, commercial, water, government, education and industrial markets.

With a legacy of providing consistent quality and results, Atlas creates a better experience at every stage of an infrastructure project. We connect the best experts in the industry to deliver value from concept to completion and beyond. This means doing everything our clients expect and then raising the expectations in a way that only our people can.

Our Values:

Life: We enhance quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart: As our hallmarks, we act with compassion, empathy and respect.

Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, we ensure greatness inspires all our work.

Atlas EEOC Statement

Atlas is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf