Geo Environmental Engineer
We are looking for Geo-environmental Engineers to join our team in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual to join an established and expanding national geo-environmental business.
We provide ground investigation and geo-environmental consultancy services for a broad range of private and public sector clients in the development, health, education, defence and infrastructure sectors.
Purpose & Scope of the Role
As a Geo‑environmental Engineer you will support the design, procurement, supervision and management of geotechnical and geo‑environmental ground investigations across development, health, education, defence and infrastructure clients. You will deliver desk studies, scope and set up site investigations, log boreholes, schedule labs, undertake groundwater and ground gas monitoring, and produce accurate factual and interpretative reporting.
Your Impact in this position
You’ll provide high‑quality ground investigation data and technical interpretation that directly influences project design and risk management. By ensuring strong site delivery and clear reporting, you’ll help clients meet safety, regulatory and programme objectives while advancing the team’s technical reputation and supporting business growth.
5 Core Capabilities
- Technical ground investigation — Confidently plan and supervise site investigations, log soils, coordinate laboratory testing and manage data quality to industry standards.
- Reporting & interpretation — Produce concise, technically robust desk studies and interpretative reports.
- Project & site management — Manage logistics, procurement and on‑site teams efficiently; meet programmes and budgets while adapting to site constraints.
- Health, safety & compliance — Apply strong HSE awareness on site, follow environmental controls and ensure work meets statutory and client requirements.
- Communication & collaboration — Communicate findings clearly to engineers, clients and contractors; contribute to a collaborative team culture and mentor junior staff.
Training, qualifications & experience (summary)
Degree in geology, engineering geology or environmental science. Practical ground investigation experience (scoping, logging, monitoring, reporting). Full driving licence. Desirable: CAT/Genny, SSSTS/SMSTS, Water Hygiene, First Aid, CSCS card. Tailored training and development provided.
Working environment
Manchester‑based with UK site work (c.50% site time). Hybrid working available — typically 2 days in the office per week, flexible pattern to suit project needs. Occasional overnight stays and travel required.
About Tetra Tech
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