Utility Vegetation Field Construction Manager - Hornell, NY, - Full Time - ID#

We are seeking a Utility Vegetation Field Construction Manager to support our growing team in Hornell, NY. In this role, you'll play a key part in driving project excellence, collaborating with industry leaders, and ensuring high-quality outcomes across complex initiatives.

Role & Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
Primary Duties:

• Assess tree health and encroachment on targeted sections of power line circuits.
• Document and record on a mobile device any trees deemed as a hazard.
• Notify property owners of work being performed.
• Assist in investigating and recommending future R-O-W maintenance requirements.
• Operate system forestry computer programs and record systems.
• Communicate daily with the utility client, contractors, landowners and the general public.
• Perform duties in a manner that will promote and maintain good public relations.
• Assuming other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications / Requirements
To succeed in this role, you bring:

• Must be able to read maps, identify local tree species and growth rates.
• Knowledgeable about Utility Vegetation Management practices.
• Ability to hike ROW's and drive for extended periods of time required.
• Must be able to work alone, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.
• Must have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, strong problem solving and multi-tasking abilities and show attention to detail.

• Associate or Bachelors degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, or a related field preferred.
• Six months or more direct UVM experience preferred (or forestry combined with equipment and tree trimming practices).
• ISA Certified Arborist or ability to gain with 6 months of start preferred.
• Prior experience with GIS software/technology a plus.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work alone in an outdoor field environment; vehicle and foot patrol of utility power lines; remote locations as well as urban, city environment; physical demands and travel from site to site, including walking/hiking on various surfaces including flat, dry, wet, slippery, uneven, rough, steep terrain, hills, and slopes; exposure to noise, dust, grease, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions. Reasonable accommodation, if available, may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
PHYSICAL:
The team member must have the sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment; to walk several miles per day, stand, sit, and operate a motor vehicle for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, run, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp and make a repetitive hand, arm and shoulder movement in the performance of daily duties (e.g., forcefully beat down brush); carry, push and/or pull light to heavy amounts of weight, frequently lift up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 60 lbs. (sandbags); to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; ability to verbally communicate to exchange information with public; ability to see and hear in normal range with or without correction; operate assigned field equipment, including handheld computer, range finder.

Salary Range for Role $ $ 157,000 - $162,000
Compensation at PTAG varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience.

Why Join PTAG?
At PTAG, you'll be part of a dynamic, growing consulting firm that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation.
Opportunity to work on major infrastructure and capital projects.

• Exposure to industry-leading clients and partners.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible work environment and opportunities for advancement.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• A culture that values safety, accountability, and excellence.