Graduate Ecologist

Start Date:
September 2027 Joining Tetra Tech as a graduate is more than starting a new job – you’ll become part of our Next Gen Talent development programme, designed to support you as you build your career with us. Alongside hands‑on experience and exposure to real projects, you’ll benefit from a structured programme of regular learning, training and development opportunities, helping you grow your technical and professional skills as you progress.

Location:
Edinburgh
Start Date:
September 2027 Joining Tetra Tech as a graduate is more than starting a new job – you’ll become part of our Next Gen Talent development programme, designed to support you as you build your career with us. Alongside hands‑on experience and exposure to real projects, you’ll benefit from a structured programme of regular learning, training and development opportunities, helping you grow your technical and professional skills as you progress.

You’ll be supported throughout your development by experienced colleagues, giving you the opportunity to learn, build your network and develop the skills and experience needed for a successful long‑term career with Tetra Tech. Looking to turn your passion for ecology into a career where you can help shape places, projects and biodiversity outcomes? Join an award‑winning ecology team and build your technical and consultancy skills from day one.

Tetra Tech is a leading technical, engineering and environmental consultancy delivering data‑driven solutions across water, environment, infrastructure, energy and international development. Our UK and Europe business includes over 6,000 people and 50+ offices, combining local delivery with global capability. This Graduate Ecologist role sits within our award‑winning Ecology team, supporting a national team of 90+ ecologists working across a wide range of projects and sectors.

You’ll gain training, mentoring, Chartership support and access to our Early Careers Programme.

You’ll support highly skilled ecologists with habitat and protected species surveys, including bats, reptiles, amphibians, otters and barn owls, alongside desktop studies, data analysis, report writing and fee proposals. You’ll also work with colleagues across the wider business on multidisciplinary projects, helping deliver practical, high‑quality ecological solutions.

• Survey Delivery – Support habitat and protected species surveys in the field, building confidence and fieldcraft.
• Desktop Studies & Data Analysis – Review site information, analyse findings and contribute to robust ecological assessment.
• Report Writing – Help prepare clear, accurate reports and supporting project documentation.
• Consultancy Skills – Develop your client‑facing and professional consultancy approach with expert mentoring.
• Team working & Collaboration – Work closely with planners, archaeologists, landscape architects, master planners and engineers.

You’ll need a minimum 2:1 degree in ecology, conservation or a related discipline, and be a student or qualifying member of CIEEM (or working towards this). Good written and verbal communication, an understanding of ecological survey and mitigation, willingness to work flexible/unsociable hours, travel, and a valid UK driving licence (ideally with vehicle access) are essential. SC clearance and DBS check required.

Based in Edinburgh, with flexible and hybrid working supported in line with project needs. As a graduate role, you’ll be expected to spend more time in the office initially to support learning and development. You’ll be expected to attend offices, sites and events as required, and some time in the…