Tetra Tech
Graduate Project Controller
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Job title: Graduate Project Controller
Location: London
Start Date: September 2027
Looking to launch your career in project controls on technically challenging projects that shape the future? Join a leading consultancy where you’ll support delivery across major sectors 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. With over 6,000 people and 50+ offices across the UK and Europe, we combine local delivery with global capability. This Graduate Project Controls role sits within our expanding Project Controls Team and wider Project and Cost Management business unit, supporting high-performing teams delivering complex projects across public and private sectors.
Your Impact in this position
You’ll support multiple projects for high-profile clients through the full project lifecycle, helping to control budgets, schedules, risks and reporting. Working closely with clients, stakeholders and colleagues across UK disciplines, you’ll contribute to successful project delivery and strong internal governance.
5 Core Capabilities
- Project Delivery Support – Assist with delivery on projects valued at £5m–£100m across public and private sectors.
- Budget, Cost & Schedule Control – Help manage project budgets, costs and programmes effectively.
- Risk & Change Management – Support project risk management and implement change control processes.
- Reporting & Information Management – Produce performance reporting and support project information management.
- Tender & Governance Support – Assist with tender and contract documents, scope management and internal governance.
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Stakeholder Coordination – Facilitate progress meetings and build effective relationships with clients, stakeholders and delivery teams.
Training, Qualifications & Experience
You’ll need a relevant 2:1 degree, strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and ideally experience with Microsoft Teams and Project. Excellent written and verbal communication, strong interpersonal skills, self-motivation, professionalism and a collaborative approach are essential. A full UK driving licence, access to a vehicle and eligibility for Government Security Clearance are required.
Working Environment
Based in London, with hybrid working supported in line with team and project needs. As a graduate role, there will be an expectation to spend more time in the office initially to support learning, collaboration and development. Some travel may also be required.
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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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