Associate / Associate Director / Director

Tetra Tech; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy is seeking an Associate Director for their Water Engineering team in Manchester. This role involves leading diverse water sector projects, mentoring junior staff, and enhancing client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in flood risk management and excellent leadership skills. Flexible working arrangements are offered, along with internal training and support for professional development.

Benefits

Internal training

Mentoring

CPD

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in flood risk and surface water projects.
• Chartered with ICE or CIWEM.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects in river, coastal, and flood defense appraisal and design.
• Manage hydraulic modeling and hydrology assessments.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Report Writing

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Tools

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Civils 3D

MS Office

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to do meaningful work that improves quality of life? At Tetra Tech, you will work with high-performing teams passionate about using their expertise to find solutions to complex problems in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is one of the largest and fastest-growing environmental consultancies in the world. In 2023, the Engineering News-Record (ENR) ranked Tetra Tech #1 in Water for the 20th consecutive year.

Current Opportunities

We are hiring for multiple positions within our flood risk and water team due to ongoing growth. We are seeking an Associate Director to support our Water Engineering team across the UK, ideally based in Manchester, Chorley, Cockermouth, Newcastle, Liverpool, or Leeds. Other locations will be considered for the right candidate.

Role Overview

This role involves leading projects across a broad spectrum of water sector projects, including flood alleviation schemes, surface water separation, and natural flood risk management. You will oversee projects from inception to completion, guide junior staff, and support client relationships and business development.

Responsibilities

1. Lead projects in river, coastal, and flood defense appraisal and design.
2. Manage hydraulic modeling, hydrology assessments, and surface water management.
3. Support business case development and client engagement.
4. Mentor and supervise junior team members.
5. Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in flood risk and surface water projects.
• Knowledge of catchment planning and decision-making.
• Proficiency in report writing and presenting.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Skills in ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Civils 3D, and MS Office.
• Degree in a relevant field; Chartered with ICE or CIWEM.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK Driving License and willingness to obtain SC security clearance.

Benefits and Working Arrangements

We offer internal training, mentoring, CPD, and flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work and potential travel across the UK.

To apply, visit our website and submit your CV and cover letter. Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and supports flexible working arrangements.