Associate Director Ecology

Tetra Tech; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working

Inclusive work environment

Diverse, high-impact projects

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UK is seeking an Associate Director to lead their ecology team. This role combines leadership, technical delivery, and business development, requiring a hands-on approach to ecological consultancy. You will mentor a team, ensure project quality, and develop client relationships while identifying growth opportunities across various sectors, including residential and infrastructure. The position offers a collaborative, supportive work environment and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Proven consultancy experience delivering ecological projects.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to lead teams.
• A full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of ecologists.
• Provide technical oversight for ecological projects.
• Support strategic growth and identify new market opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Ecological consultancy

Client relationship management

Team development

Business development

Education

Relevant degree in ecology or related field

Full Membership of CIEEM

Chartered Ecologist or Environmentalist status

Job description

Join Tetra Tech as an Associate Director and shape the future of sustainable development across the North West—combining technical excellence, leadership, and real influence on nationally significant projects.

Purpose & Scope of the Role

As Regional Lead / Associate Director, you will play a pivotal role in driving the success and growth of our North West ecology team within Tetra Tech’s UK Nature division. This position blends leadership, technical delivery, and business development, requiring a hands‑on approach to ecological consultancy alongside strategic oversight.

You will lead a high‑performing team, ensuring the delivery of complex ecological projects to the highest standards, while strengthening client relationships and identifying new opportunities. Working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to shaping innovative, sustainable solutions across sectors including residential, energy, defence and infrastructure.

Your Impact in this Position

You will influence both regional and national success by growing a talented ecology team, enhancing technical excellence, and expanding our market presence. Through strong leadership and commercial awareness, you will help secure and deliver impactful projects while mentoring the next generation of ecological professionals. Your contribution will directly support Tetra Tech’s continued reputation for quality, innovation, and sustainable outcomes.

Core Capabilities

Team Development

• Lead, mentor and inspire a growing team of ecologists
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture aligned to strategic goals
• Provide line management, coaching and professional development support

Client Engagement

• Build and maintain trusted client relationships
• Position Tetra Tech as a leading partner for ecological consultancy
• Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders at all levels

Project Leadership

• Lead and support delivery of complex ecological projects
• Provide technical oversight from inception through to completion
• Support and guide project managers across the region

Technical Expertise

• Deliver and review high-quality ecological assessments and reports
• Provide expert input on EIA, HRA and planning processes
• Champion best practice, innovation and knowledge sharing

Business Growth

• Support strategic growth and identify new market opportunities
• Lead and contribute to bids, tenders and framework submissions
• Leverage professional networks to drive new business

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

A relevant degree in ecology or a related field, with Full Membership of CIEEM and Chartered Ecologist or Environmentalist status. Proven consultancy experience delivering ecological projects, strong commercial awareness, and the ability to lead teams and develop client relationships. A full UK driving licence is required.

Working Environment

This role offers flexible and hybrid working, with an expectation of regular collaboration in regional offices across the North West. You’ll benefit from a supportive, inclusive environment, flexible work patterns, and the opportunity to work on diverse, high-impact projects across the UK.

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.

Additional Information

• Organization: 784 TCE