Junior Project Manager - Wastewater Industry
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
The pay only meets a lower rate. Ineligible if it's SOC 3543
£41,000 / year
Salary
Below P25 for SOC 2127
£51,900
Going rate
Offer is 0.8× the going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2127 is an eligible occupation, but we are only 36% sure that is the right code. Tetra Tech Europe is a licensed sponsor, so if the code fits, the role should qualify. Check the occupation eligibility rules against what the job actually involves.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Possible 2127 (Engineering project managers and project engineers) · 36% match
- Ineligible 3543 (Project support officers) · 39% match
- Possible 1254 (Waste disposal and environmental services managers) · 10% match
Ask Tetra Tech Europe what the duties are.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers Most likely code | £36,300 Clears | £41,500 Misses | £46,700 Misses | £51,900 Misses |
3543 Project support officers Also possible | £33,400 Clears | £41,700 Misses | £41,700 Misses | £41,700 Misses |
1254 Waste disposal and environmental services managers Also possible | £33,800 Clears | £48,300 Misses | £48,300 Misses | £48,300 Misses |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Purpose and scope of the role
Tetra Tech is seeking a motivated Junior Project Manager to support the delivery of wastewater monitoring and sampling services for UK water utilities. Based primarily in Brentford, you will assist with multi-site programmes and frameworks across London and the South West of England, with potential delivery further afield.
Working closely with experienced project managers, clients, regional field crews and office-based specialists, you will support projects from inception through to handover. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your project management skills while contributing to important programmes that support environmental protection and reduce pollution risk.
Your responsibilities will include supporting programme planning, coordinating resources, monitoring progress, maintaining project records, assisting with quality and safety assurance, communicating with stakeholders and contributing to data analysis and continuous improvement. You will help ensure projects are delivered to agreed scope, timescales, budgets and quality standards.
This permanent role offers a salary from £41,000 plus car allowance and an immediate start.
Your impact in this position
In the short term, you will support the coordination and delivery of existing wastewater monitoring programmes, helping to improve communication between field and office teams. Over the medium term, you will develop your confidence in project planning, stakeholder management, commercial awareness and operational delivery.
With the right support and development, you can progress into a Project Manager role and, in time, take on responsibility for larger and more complex programmes.
You will work on significant water-industry programmes that support environmental protection, reduce pollution risk and help safeguard communities.
Core Capabilities
Ability to organise tasks, maintain accurate project information and support the delivery of projects to time, cost and quality requirements.
Teamwork and operational support
Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, regional field crews and office-based colleagues in a busy operational environment.
Health, safety and risk awareness
Understanding of the importance of health, safety and risk management, with a willingness to learn about field activities such as confined spaces and highways work.
Client engagement and communication
Clear and professional communication skills, with the confidence to build positive working relationships with clients, colleagues and project stakeholders.
Technical and analytical proficiency
An interest in drainage and sewer networks, together with confidence using Microsoft Office, data analysis tools and work-management systems.
Skills, Qualifications And Experience
Experience in project coordination, administration, water, utilities or a related operational environment would be advantageous. A relevant degree or recognised project management qualification, such as PRINCE2 or APM, is desirable but not essential.
IOSH Managing Safely, utility services experience and a commitment to continuing professional development would also be beneficial. A full UK driving licence is expected.
We welcome applications from candidates who are beginning their project management career and can demonstrate strong organisational skills, a willingness to learn and the ability to take ownership of their work.
Work patterns and locations
This is a full-time, Monday-to-Friday role, working 40 hours per week. The primary base is Brentford, with regular field visits and occasional travel to Clevedon and other locations.
Hybrid working may be available where compatible with operational requirements, although office attendance several days per week should be expected. Tetra Tech supports reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment.
Why join Tetra Tech?
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.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Engineering project managers and project engineers (SOC 2127) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~68k in sample- Offer £41,000
- Middle half £42,848–67,132
- Median £51,324
- Going rate £51,900
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £36,300–46,700
The range stops at £41,000, below the market's 25th percentile. That is the bottom quarter of UK pay for this occupation.
This pay misses the £51,900 standard floor, but clears the £36,300 new entrant rate.
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Not necessarily. Tetra Tech Europe holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2127 going rate of £51,900. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.