Vegetation Management Construction Coordinator
Company: The Watershed Company
Location: Kirkland
Posted on: June 19, 2022
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Job Description:
This position will be a key member of Watershed's vegetation
management team serving the large, ongoing, utility and
infrastructure projects around the Pacific Northwest Region. The
Vegetation Management Construction Coordinator will primarily
support ongoing vegetation management duties. Applicants must
demonstrate five years of related experience.
Duties and Expectations:--- - - - - - - - - -Interpret landscape
plans, specifications, and construction documents generated by
landscape architects, general contractors, and vendors. - - - - - -
- - -Generate plant orders in coordination with clients,
subcontractors, and wholesale plant nurseries. - - - - - - - -
-Coordinate plant material procurement, inventory, and delivery
with wholesale plant nurseries and landscape installation
contractors. - - - - - - - - -Inspect plant materials to ensure
quality and facilitate replacements as needed. - - - - - - - -
-Assist with on-site plant layout and communication with property
owners and project team to ensure materials needed to complete
landscape installation are provided (e.g., soil amendments, mulch,
etc.). - - - - - - - - -Attend on-site project meetings and act as
a liaison between field staff and in-house staff. - - - - - - - -
-Track plant installation progress, secured plant inventory, and
plant care of trees/shrubs stored at project holding nursery. - - -
- - - - - -Manage ongoing list of landscape restoration projects
across many sites/jurisdictions (hundreds of private property
owners). - - - - - - - - -Communicate with landowners about
installation of approved landscape plans. - - - - - - - - -
-Provide homeowner education about ongoing tree care and watering
needs. - - - - - - - - -Assist with project database tracking and
data entry. - - - - - - - - -Assist with monitoring of landscape
installations of restoration mitigation sites. - - - - - - - -
-Attend weekly team meetings. - - - - - - - - -Ability to work in
highly flexible, team-oriented environment. - - - - - - - - -Other
duties as assigned which may include the following:o - - -Perform
tree inventories, tree assessments and report writing for public
and private clients.o - - -Review and comprehend civil,
architectural, and landscape architectural plans, details, and
specifications for conflicts with trees.o - - -Prepare tree
preservation plans and details.o - - -Write tree preservation
specifications.o - - -Monitor and document tree impacts and
protection during construction administration.
Required Experience: - - - - - - - - -5 years of experience
performing above duties. - - - - - - - - -Associate's or Bachelor's
degree in landscape horticulture, landscape architecture,
construction management, arboriculture, urban forestry, or related
field. Higher education may substitute for years of experience. - -
- - - - - - -Knowledge and experience with identification of and
cultural growing requirements of ornamental and Pacific Northwest
vegetation and sustainable landscaping practices. - - - - - - - - -
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills (testing may be
required). - - - - - - - - -Valid driver's license and good driving
record. - - - - - - - - -Demonstrated ability to use standard
computer programs, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and
PowerPoint. Desired Experience - - - - - - - - -ISA Certified
Arborist - - - - - - - - -Knowledge or experience in managing
vegetation within utility corridors. - - - - - - - - -Experience
working with multiple project partners, public and private
landowners, and community stakeholders. - - - - - - - -
-Familiarity with field data collection using ESRI based collection
tools such as Field Maps, ArcCollector or similar tool. - - - - - -
- - -Experience with computer aided drafting software (AutoCAD,
BIM) - - - - - - - - -Experience using and maintaining
databases.
Salary and Benefits:Salary depends on experience and
qualifications. Benefits include medical/dental insurance,
continuing education, performance bonuses, retirement program with
future matched payments and opportunities for ownership.The
Watershed Company is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive
workplace where all employees are valued and respected. Individuals
of all cultures, communities, abilities, and backgrounds are
encouraged to apply. Send cover letter and resume to
Jobs@watershedco.com. -Please include the word "Vegetation
Management Construction Coordinator" in the subject line.
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