Defence Infra Project Lead: Complex Builds & Delivery

Tetra Tech Europe; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech in the United Kingdom leads defence infrastructure projects, delivering programmes from feasibility to commissioning with multidisciplinary teams. You will drive project delivery, manage budgets and contracts, and ensure safety, quality and on‑time performance across complex civil and building works.

The role requires experience in defence programmes and familiarity with NEC3/NEC4, plus relevant PM qualifications. Some travel to sites and SC clearance readiness are expected.

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience within a complex technical environment.
• NEC3/NEC4 experience and a recognised project management qualification or accreditation are advantageous.
• Familiarity with MS Project, Excel, Viewpoint for Projects and CEMAR; SC clearance or suitability to obtain it; driving licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Own defence infrastructure projects from feasibility through commissioning.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and manage commercial and contractual requirements.
• Ensure safe, timely and high‑quality delivery with clear stakeholder communication.

Skills

Project delivery

Leadership

Commercial & financial

Stakeholder communication

Education

Project management qualification

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Viewpoint for Projects

CEMAR

Job description

Tetra Tech in the United Kingdom leads defence infrastructure projects, delivering programmes from feasibility to commissioning with multidisciplinary teams. You will drive project delivery, manage budgets and contracts, and ensure safety, quality and on‑time performance across complex civil and building works.

The role requires experience in defence programmes and familiarity with NEC3/NEC4, plus relevant PM qualifications. Some travel to sites and SC clearance readiness are expected.