Tetra Tech
Graduate Ecologist
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Location: Manchester
Start Date: September 2027
Looking to turn your passion for ecology into a career where you can help shape places, projects and biodiversity outcomes? Join an award-winning ecology team and build your technical and consultancy skills from day one.
Purpose & Scope of the Role
Tetra Tech is a leading technical, engineering and environmental consultancy delivering data-driven solutions across water, environment, infrastructure, energy and international development. Our UK and Europe business includes over 6,000 people and 50+ offices, combining local delivery with global capability. This Graduate Ecologist role sits within our award-winning Ecology team, supporting a national team of 90+ ecologists working across a wide range of projects and sectors. You’ll gain training, mentoring, Chartership support and access to our Early Careers Programme.
Your Impact in this position
You’ll support highly skilled ecologists with habitat and protected species surveys, including bats, reptiles, amphibians, otters and barn owls, alongside desktop studies, data analysis, report writing and fee proposals. You’ll also work with colleagues across the wider business on multidisciplinary projects, helping deliver practical, high-quality ecological solutions.
5 Core Capabilities
- Survey Delivery – Support habitat and protected species surveys in the field, building confidence and fieldcraft.
- Desktop Studies & Data Analysis – Review site information, analyse findings and contribute to robust ecological assessment.
- Report Writing – Help prepare clear, accurate reports and supporting project documentation.
- Consultancy Skills – Develop your client-facing and professional consultancy approach with expert mentoring.
- Teamworking & Collaboration – Work closely with planners, archaeologists, landscape architects, masterplanners and engineers.
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Training, Qualifications & Experience
You’ll need a minimum 2:1 degree in ecology, conservation or a related discipline, and be a student or qualifying member of CIEEM (or working towards this). Good written and verbal communication, an understanding of ecological survey and mitigation, willingness to work flexible/unsociable hours, travel, and a valid UK driving licence (ideally with vehicle access) are essential. SC clearance and DBS check required.
Working Environment
Based in Manchester, with flexible and hybrid working supported in line with project needs. As a graduate role, you’ll be expected to spend more time in the office initially to support learning and development. You’ll be expected to attend offices, sites and events as required, and some time in the office will be needed initially to support learning, collaboration and development.
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Application Closing Date: 31st October 2026
Assessment Centre to be held: February 2027
About Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.
We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science® to solve our clients’ most complex problems.
In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role.
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