Associate / Associate Director / Director

We currently have a number of positions to fill within our flood risk and water team due to ongoing growth with our existing client base as well as new project wins with new clients. We are seeking an Associate Director to support our Water Engineering team across the UK, based ideally out of Manchester, Chorley, Cockermouth, Newcastle, Liverpool or Leeds offices; other locations will be considered for the right candidate.

Our team undertakes a wide variety of major and challenging infrastructure projects for the private and public sector, across development sectors. We provide integrated flood risk and drainage solutions across rivers, coastal and surface water problems.

Tetra Tech is one of the largest environmental consultancies in the world. In 2023, the Engineering News-Record (ENR) ranked Tetra Tech in Water for the 20th year in a row. This role will lead the Water Engineering team on projects from inception through delivery, across a range of sectors and clients.

• Lead projects across river, coastal and flood defence appraisal and design, hydraulic modelling and hydrology assessment, and surface water management.
• Develop business cases and contribute to bidding and proposition activity to grow the team and portfolio.
• Work independently on technical aspects from client brief to project close-out in line with best practice.
• Instruct, supervise and mentor junior staff in the design and management of schemes; work with clients to ensure delivery on time and within cost, and help manage change.
• Engage with a range of clients and stakeholders, including internal and external partners, to deliver complex flood risk and drainage solutions.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams (e.g., hydraulic modellers, engineers, environmental consultants) to deliver projects efficiently.
• Travel within the UK as required and work a hybrid pattern between home and office to suit project needs.

• Be educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant field and Chartered with the ICE or CIWEM.
• Experiences include delivery and leadership of flood risk and/or surface water separation projects from solution development, optioneering and design in line with relevant guidance.
• Experience in strategic catchment planning and decision making; experience in writing reports and presenting to internal and external partners.
• Experience in creating, developing and leading collaborative client relationships; ability to work across and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in IT systems such as ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Civils 3D and Microsoft Office.
• Hold a full UK Driving License and, preferably, Security Clearance to SC level or willingness to apply for clearance.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work independently and collaboratively, and a proven track record of delivering work on time.
• Experience in bidding for work and developing new client propositions.
• Commitment to exemplar health and safety practices within the workplace and in design.
• Be a team player with enthusiasm, flexibility and the ability to mentor junior team members.

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.

We provide a collaborative environment that supports performance, innovation, and creativity. We offer competitive compensation and benefits. For more information, visit the website at . To apply, submit your CV and cover letter on the Careers section of our website.

Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/shared parental leave, in line with the Equalities Act 2010.

We are very happy to discuss flexible working for this role, including reduced hours, flexible start/finish times, or compressed hours. We can offer a range of solutions to help you achieve work-life balance.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.