Ecology Team Leader - NORTH EAST
Tetra Tech Europe
Lead and grow the North East ecology team, delivering high‑quality ecological projects.
17 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Leeds, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
6,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Environmental Services
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Sustainability
Energy
Water Resources
Sector Specialisms
Water
Environment
Sustainable Infrastructure
Commercial
Life Sciences
Residential
Infrastructure
Cost Management
Role
What you would be doing
client engagement
business development
team mentoring
project leadership
ecological input
- Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and new clients, positioning us as a trusted partner for all nature-related needs.
- Business Growth: Contribute to the strategic development of the Nature department and wider Tetra Tech business. Be involved with business development activity including having an awareness of market conditions, opportunities and competition and the identification and delivery of opportunities with new and existing clients.
- Team Development: Mentor and inspire the team and communicate effectively with colleagues and third parties fostering collaboration and professional growth. Lead the mentoring and development of staff in line with strategic goals. Have line management responsibility including timesheet signoff, pastoral care and duty of care where appropriate for the technical specialism.
- Project Leadership:Take an active role in projects, providing expert ecological input from initial consultation through to delivery, as well as
What you bring
industry experience
chartered ecologist
academic qualification
driving licence
ecological eia
technical guidance
- Demonstrable industry experience and capability to fulfil the role described.
- Full Member of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management.
- An appropriate academic qualification in a related discipline
- Established TOIL system to allow time management to suit specific personal needs alongside seasonal demands.
- Hold a full driving licence.
- Technical Expertise: our team is renowned for his technical excellence and the Team Lead will need to provide high-level technical guidance to ensure projects meet regulatory and environmental compliance. They will s upervise and review the development of standard technical solutions and verify that outputs meet expected quality standards. Lead the development of technical excellence and solutions based on relevant best practice and research, including knowledge sharing across the national Ecology team. Experience of Ecological Impact Assessment and writing EIA reports and Habitat Regulations Assessments. Contribute to planning committees, inquiries and Expert Witness evidence.
- Chartered Ecologist or Charted Environmentalist
- Time away from home minimised.
- IT systems allow seamless remote and flexible working, so proximity to an office is not a barrier– we focus on talents & skills, not postcode. Our ecologists can work on the projects that interest them and deliver them to the highest standards.
- And to show our support of personal development, we award a significant financial bonus to anyone achieving Chartered Environmentalist/Ecologist status through CIEEM.
- We offer internal and external training and mentoring, including from our inhouse experts.
- Bat handling licence incentivisation scheme to thank ecologists who spend time and effort in achieving their licence - we know it's not easy!
- Cars or car allowances to every member of the team regardless of grade, including for personal use.
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Company
Overview
Born in 1966
Year Established
The company originated from a U.S. engineering firm in 1966, focusing on waterways.
$5 Billion
Regional Revenue
The company operates as part of a $5 billion regional network within its global structure.
$30 Billion
Global Network
The company is part of a larger $30 billion global network, highlighting its extensive reach.
- Evolved through strategic acquisitions like WYG, NDY, Coffey Geotechnics, Hoare Lea, and RPS to build deep regional expertise.
- Operates over 50 offices across Europe, offering consulting and engineering services supported by a global network of 30,000 associates.
- Projects include flood alleviation, clean-air schemes, water access, and disaster restoration efforts in multiple locations.
- Specializes in sectors such as property, residential, government, energy & utilities, transport, defence, water & climate resilience, and education.
- Delivers services in asset management, engineering, environment, placemaking, planning, project & cost management, and transport design.
- A Crown Commercial Service framework supplier and Tier 1 provider for the Defence Infrastructure Organisation.
- Recently expanded via the acquisition of Carron + Walsh in Ireland.
- Leading with Science® – prioritising evidence-based, technical excellence in all work
- Collaborative mindset – multidisciplinary teams combining technical skills and local knowledge
- Innovative solutions – pragmatic, cost-effective approaches using high-precision technologies
- Client-focused execution – managing risk and regulatory compliance while maximising value
50% GHG reduction
Carbon Emissions Target
Achieving a 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, verified by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
36% Scope reduction
Emissions Per Employee
A 36% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions per employee since 2021.
24% Scope1 / 34% Scope2
Emissions Decrease
A 24% decrease in Scope 1 emissions and a 34% decrease in Scope 2 emissions since 2021.
654M lives improved
Environmental Achievements
As of 2024, the company has improved 654 million lives, reused 4.93 trillion gallons of water, generated 1,550 GW-h of renewable energy, managed 196.8 million hectares of ecosystems, and avoided/captured 158.7 million tons of CO₂e.
- Climate-positive by 2030 and carbon-neutral by 2025, with a long-term goal of Net Zero by 2050.
- Aim for 60% of vendor spend with SBT-aligned targets by 2027.
- 24% of business operations ISO 14001 certified, focusing on integrated environmental management for water use, renewables, and recycled inputs.
- 83% of enterprise and project data in the cloud, enhancing operational efficiency.
35% Increase
ERG Participation
Employee Resource Group participation saw a 35% increase in 2022, reflecting a strong commitment to fostering inclusive communities.
$492,000+ Donated
Community Giving
Employees contributed over $492,000 to charitable causes in 2022, demonstrating a dedication to supporting local communities.
- Tracking workforce gender balance and employee engagement via global DEI KPIs
- Global reporting on racial/ethnic diversity, with ongoing measurement and goals
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