Sr. Area Manager

Description

AMS is seeking an experienced and results-driven Sr. Area Manager to lead operations across one or more client contracts within a large geographic region. This role serves as the primary operational leader responsible for ensuring contract compliance, driving safety and performance initiatives, managing teams, and serving as a key liaison with clients.

The ideal candidate is a motivated leader with strong operational expertise, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. You will play a critical role in developing employees, supporting business growth, and ensuring operational excellence while embodying AMS's vision, mission, and values

WHAT WE OFFER: 

• Company vehicle with a fuel card for work purposes.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, VOYA, EAP, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 401K, sick time and vacation accrual.
• Paid Maternity Leave.
• Weekly Pay Cycle.
• Participation in Performance Incentive and Referral Bonus Program.
• Company-sponsored Boot and Clothing Program.
• Ongoing training and assistance with obtaining industry certifications.

*Benefit eligibility, enrollment timing, waiting periods, and plan availability may vary based on position, employment status, and other applicable requirements.  

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Team Leadership & Employee Development:

• Lead one or more project teams to ensure fair, accurate, and timely work performance.
• Manage employee coaching, performance improvement plans, and required documentation.
• Supervise and train Project Coordinators and Project Leads in management responsibilities.
• Conduct annual performance reviews and provide ongoing employee development and mentorship.
• Foster employee engagement and promote a culture of accountability and teamwork.

Operational & Contract Management:

• Ensure compliance with client contract specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Review and approve employee timesheets in accordance with contract and billing requirements.
• Monitor fleet utilization and identify usage or fuel anomalies.
• Review contract costs and coordinate with leadership to achieve financial and operational goals.
• Develop and maintain program-specific documentation, tracking tools, and key performance indicators.
• Communicate regional performance metrics, risks, and improvement opportunities to senior leadership.

Client Relations & Business Development:

• Serve as the primary point of contact with client representatives and leadership.
• Ensure client performance standards and expectations are consistently achieved.
• Provide exceptional customer service to clients, agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for contract growth and expansion within existing accounts.
• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships that support long-term client success.

Safety & Compliance:

• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across assigned operations.
• Identify and report safety hazards, incidents, and unsafe conditions.
• Assist with incident management and corrective actions as required.
• Ensure compliance with company safety programs, policies, and safe driving practices.
• Adhere to ArborMetrics’ Code of Safe Practices, Injury and Illness Prevention Program, Wildfire Preparedness and Prevention Plan, and all applicable safety requirements.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle for travel to assigned work locations.  

WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE:

• Bachelor's degree in Forestry, Natural Resources, Environmental Sciences, or a related discipline; equivalent industry experience may be considered depending on client requirements.
• Strong safety and leadership background.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, mobile devices, and common business software applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to represent AMS professionally with clients and stakeholders.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Commitment to ArborMetrics’ vision, mission, and values.

WHAT WOULD BE AMAZING TO HAVE:

• 5+ years of utility operations management experience.
• Knowledge and experience in Utility Vegetation Management (UVM) and Integrated Vegetation Management (IVM).
• Environmental field experience or previous experience as an Environmental Specialist.
• Experience managing large geographic regions and multiple contracts.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish).

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work from a remote office environment, as well as with your team in an outdoor field environment, including but not limited to vehicle and foot patrol of utility power lines; remote and urban locations; travel between worksites; walking and hiking on uneven, wet, steep, and rugged terrain; exposure to noise, dust, grease, traffic hazards, and varying weather and temperature conditions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in both office and field environments; stand, walk, sit, and operate a motor vehicle for extended periods; frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, and perform repetitive movements; lift up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 60 pounds occasionally; safely operate assigned equipment and vehicles; communicate effectively with the public; and maintain visual and hearing abilities necessary to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

 COMPANY OVERVIEW

ArborMetrics Solutions (AMS) is a trusted advisor and collaborative partner providing expertise and innovative solutions for environmental and construction oversight and vegetation management. Successful professionals at AMS come from a variety of backgrounds, including forestry, arboriculture, natural resource management, biology, environmental sciences, horticulture, landscape maintenance, agriculture, urban forestry, and related disciplines. For more information, visit www.arbormetrics.com

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.