
Ecological Restoration Designer (Part-time)
- Seekonk, MA
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Actively prospect and generate new ecological restoration business opportunities.
- Manage all aspects of sales (design, permit, build) within the assigned territory, including client engagement, marketing, customer service, and administrative tasks.
- Respond promptly to new project leads, conduct client meetings, and develop appropriate scopes of work.
- Set personal sales goals with the immediate supervisor and work towards achieving them.
- Develop and maintain professional relationships with regulatory agencies.
- Represent the company positively within professional, trade, and civic organizations.
- Network with green industry businesses to identify new opportunities.
- Contribute to local office marketing strategies and initiatives.
- Represent the company at industry trade shows and events.
- Oversee ecological restoration projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and client expectations.
- Collaborate with permitting teams, including landscape architects, attorneys, engineers, and builders, to maintain project timelines, client goals, and regulatory compliance.
- Apply expertise in ecological restoration and environmental permitting to ensure high-quality, scientifically sound work.
- Develop species-specific programs using Tree and Shrub Care Plan technology.
- Lead technical presentations at regulatory review meetings to advocate for clients and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Ensure contracts are signed before job commencement.
- Prepare professional written reports and communications aligned with company standards.
- Maintain timely communication and adherence to company policies.
- Secure approval for all purchases from the appropriate division or home office.
- Perform assigned non-sales tasks, such as inventory and safety equipment management.
- Maintain company-issued vehicles in accordance with company policies.
- Provide technical guidance to design staff, ensuring that ecological principles and innovative design solutions are integrated into each project.
- Supervise project execution, ensuring work aligns with contract terms and client satisfaction.
- Participate in hiring and training production personnel.
- Develop and implement training programs to educate staff on ecological restoration principles, field techniques, and safety protocols.
- Conduct and participate in safety meetings.
- Foster a positive and collaborative team environment.
- Attend sales meetings and training sessions.
- Participate in employee performance reviews.
- Implement and enforce all safety, transportation, and pesticide compliance programs.
- Ensure regulatory compliance and high-quality outcomes during construction phases.
- Maintain necessary licensing and certifications.
- Adhere to professional dress and hygiene standards.
- Serve as an expert witness in court or governmental hearings (if applicable).
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Local or Division Manager.
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Landscape Architecture, Natural Resources, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in ecological restoration.
- Strong knowledge of ecological restoration design and implementation techniques.
- Familiarity with environmental permitting processes.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.