Procurement Forester
Career Overview
Procurement foresters oversee and manage the procurement of timber and ensure the safe execution of contracts for harvesting and transport work. They are responsible for directing contract bids and negotiations, as well as determining harvesting and transportation methods. Additionally, procurement foresters manage all related personnel.
Other job titles include: area forester, environmental protection forester, fire prevention forester, forest practices field coordinator, forester, regional forester, resource forester, silviculturist, unit forester, urban forester
Education and Training
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree. A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge & experience is needed.