Mott MacDonald
Civil Engineer
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Civil Engineer
Senior Civil Engineer – Water & Wastewater (UK/Ireland)
Location/s:
Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, Belfast UK
Relocation supported:
Not supported, but internal applications are welcome
About Mott MacDonald
Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across 50+ countries and 140+ offices. We deliver transformative projects across diverse industries, driving societal impact through expert multidisciplinary teams.
Our success is powered by our employee-owned model, fostering a culture of empowerment, inclusion, and shared purpose. With growth opportunities across our global network, we invest in our people to champion excellence—helping individuals thrive while delivering exceptional value to our clients and communities.
About The Division
The Water Utilities Division is Mott MacDonald’s centre of excellence for addressing UK and Ireland’s water and wastewater challenges. Our mission ensures safe water supplies, flood resilience, and environmental health—vital for sustainable communities.
We specialise in full-project lifecycle services, from feasibility studies and design to construction support, commissioning, and handover. Teams deliver innovative, compliant solutions across:
- Water treatment
- Water distribution and storage
- Wastewater drainage and recycling
- Desalination
Working with leading UK water utility companies and governmental/organisational partners, we offer highly collaborative environments for professional development in technically demanding fields.
Overview Of The Role
Key Responsibilities
You’ll bring expertise in civil engineering, water, or wastewater to our multi-disciplinary design projects, contributing to:
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- Project delivery across UK and Ireland water/wastewater sectors as part of agile teams.
- Design compliance—ensuring submissions meet contract requirements.
- Technical leadership—conducting industry-specific studies, development, and detailed design.
- Collaborating with clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional specialists.
This is a mission-driven opportunity: your skills will shape sustainable infrastructure for future generations.
Candidate Specification
Essential Requirements
- Civil Engineering degree or equivalent qualification.
- Practical experience in water or wastewater engineering design.
- Strong written/oral communication skills.
- 嚴格理解 of health, safety, and environmental principles in projects.
- Proactive adaptability—ability to manage changing priorities with confidence.
Desirable Attributes
- Chartership progress (Working towards CEng/MICE etc.).
- Advanced digital proficiency (key tools: AutoCAD, Revit, Mott MacDonald systems).
- Project management experience (or a willingness to develop skills).
Key Benefits
Financial & Wellbeing
- Employee pension matching (4.5%–7% contribution).
- Life assurance: Cover up to 4× salary, option to increase to 6×.
- Free health cash plan, private medical insurance, and menopause support (via Peppy).
- Income protection, flexible trial savings, and critical illness insurance.
Growth & Ownership
- Shared financial success: Annual bonuses tied to personal/group performance.
- Employee ownership path: As your career progresses so does your stake in the business.
- Direct senior input: Opportunities to shape Mott MacDonald’s future.
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Flexible Working
- Hybrid policy: Aligns with client needs, team dynamics, and personal wellness.
Flexible Work-Life Balance
- 33–35 days sick leave (increasing to 35 days after 5 years per service).
- Optional buy/sell leave through flexible benefits.
Support Networks
- "My voice matters": Inclusive LGBTQ+, disability, mentorship, race, and parental groups.
- Social outcomes framework: Enable employee-initiated projects that enhance society.
Career Development & Learning
- Annual professional subscriptions (e.g., IMechE, CIWEM).
- Structured training pathways, mentoring, and self-development workshops.
Family & Carer Support
- Paid parental leave: 26 weeks (maternity/adoption) plus 2 weeks (paternity/partner).
- Shared parental leave: Up to 24 weeks full pay.
- Caring leave: 5 additional days (2 paid) for significant caregiving roles.
EU/UK Employment Update
Mott MacDonald does not currently sponsor UK Skilled Worker visas due to 2024 legislative changes. We welcome candidates from ** supported UK immigration routes** (excluding Skilled Worker sponsorship in the future).
Travel & Work Arrangements
Work Pattern: Full-time Location: Nationwide (Leeds, Newcastle, Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, Belfast).
Equal Opportunity Reminder
We are a fully inclusive workplace—disabled or neurodiverse colleagues, please email reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com for interview support arrangements.
Contact Details
- Recruiter: Laura Kennedy
- Hiring Manager: Jacques Barnard
Job Ref: 14895
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