Graduate Project Manager

Tetra Tech Limited; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Graduate Project Manager in Edinburgh. The role involves assisting in the delivery of projects valued up to £500m and requires a 2:1 degree in Project Management or related fields. Strong communication and project management skills are essential. The position provides opportunities for training and development within a dynamic team.

Benefits

Training and development support

Mentoring programs

Flexible working conditions

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:1 degree in Project Management or construction related degree.
• Experience in using Microsoft applications is required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in delivering projects valued between £1m to £500m.
• Preparing tender and contract documents.
• Assisting in the management and delivery of construction projects.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Team player

Education

2:1 degree in Project Management or construction related degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Project

Job description

Overview

Graduate Project Manager role at Tetra Tech Europe. Start Date: September 2026. Location: Edinburgh.

Tetra Tech is a leading technical, engineering, and environmental consultancy delivering data-driven water, environment, infrastructure, energy, and international development solutions to clients in the UK and Europe. Our people are central to our success, and we provide a collaborative environment that supports performance, innovation, and development.

Role Description

This is an exciting opportunity to join our expanding Project Management Team. You will work with high-performing teams on projects in water, environment, infrastructure, defence, energy, and international development. You will join the existing Project and Cost Management team and be involved in managing projects, working with high-profile clients and stakeholders, and delivering successful projects across UK Tetra Tech disciplines.

As a Graduate Project Manager, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality services and supporting the delivery of multiple projects for high-profile clients. You will manage project delivery through the full project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in delivering projects with values ranging from £1m to £500m across both Public and Private sectors
• Preparing tender and contract documents
• Ensuring internal governance is adhered to
• Assisting in the management and delivery of construction projects
• Assisting in the development of works and resource management
• Controlling project costs
• Managing project risk
• Facilitating project progress meetings with the project team
• Implementing change control management
• Client and Stakeholder liaison
• Eligibility for Government Security Clearance
• Supporting senior staff in delivering business objectives

Qualifications/Skills

• A minimum 2:1 degree in Project Management or construction-related degree
• Experience in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience with Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Project (preferred)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Self-motivated with a professional and ethical approach
• Team player, able to deliver multiple projects to deadlines while building effective relationships
• Suitability for Security clearance
• Flexibility to travel domestically and overseas as required
• Full, clean UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (advantageous)

Application Details

Application Closing Date: 31 October 2025

Assessment Centre: Early February 2026

Work Style and Equality

We value flexibility around how, when, and where you work. Meeting colleagues and clients face-to-face in offices or on site supports collaboration and development. We are committed to an inclusive culture where everyone is welcome and respected. If you have a disability, learning difficulty, medical condition or any other need, we will discuss reasonable adjustments to the application and selection process.

Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/shared parental leave, in line with the Equalities Act 2010.

Find out more at: https://www.tetratecheurope.com/careers/early-careers/