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Civil Engineer Specialist – Water and Wastewater (Permanent, Full Time)
Location/s London, Cambridge, Reading, Brighton, Croydon; UK Relocation supported: Not supported (but internal applications are welcome)
Contact
- Recruiter: Laura Kennedy
- Hiring Manager: Ruth Leong-Scanlan
About the Company: Mott MacDonald
A global engineering, management, and development consultancy with:
- Over 20,000 employees across 140+ offices in 50+ countries
- A proudly employee-owned business, prioritising inclusive, equitable growth
Our mission is to deliver societal impact through innovative solutions in transport, energy, environment, and infrastructure. We empower our diverse workforce with collaborative, learning-rich environments—propelling you and the business forward.
The Division: Water Utilities
Mott MacDonald’s leader in UK/Irish water and wastewater challenges, focused on:
- Ensuring safe water for future generations
- Preventing urban flooding
- Improving river and coastal health
Key services: Water treatment, distribution, wastewater drainage/recycling, and desalination—across the full project lifecycle from feasibility studies to handover.
Client base: Most UK water utilities + governmental organizations, both domestically and internationally.
Role: Civil Engineer Specialist – Water & Wastewater
What You’ll Do
You’ll thrive in dynamic, multi-disciplinary design teams, establishing excellence in:
- Supporting UK/Irish water companies through diverse projects
- Drafting compliance-focused design submissions
- Undertaking (and leading) studies, concept, and detailed design
- Collaborating with clients/stakeholders across complex scenarios
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Impact: Experience cutting-edge water solutions tied to real-world infrastructure challenges.
Qualifications
Essential Requirements
✔ A degree in Civil Engineering ✔ Water/wastewater engineering design experience ✔ Strong verbal & written communication skills ✔ Commitment to Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) principles ✔ Proactive, adaptable mindset
Desirable
🔹 Pursuing Chartership 🔹 Proficiency in digital tools (e.g., design software) 🔹 Experience in Project Management (bonus points if you want to develop the skill!)
Criteria
UK Immigration: No Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship—applicants must meet alternative UK immigration routes.
Work Arrangement
We embrace Agile working models, offering flexible hybrid policies to support well-being and client commitments.
Our Organization’s Commitments
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
- Fair processes for all applicants
- Encouragement for authentic self-expression in the workplace
Accessibility Support
Need adjustments for your application/interview? Contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com.
Benefits Highlights
Financial Wellbeing
- Optional pension match (4.5–7%)
- Life assurance cover up to 4x salary (extendable to 6x)
- Income protection
- Flexible side-line benefits (life assurance upgrades, critical illness, will-writing subscriptions)
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Employee Ownership & Growth
- Direct stake in company success through annual/group bonuses
- Long-term growth recognition tied to tenure
- Open communication with senior leadership channels
Health & Wellbeing
- Private medical insurance for all UK staff
- Health cash plan for everyday medical needs
- Free menopause support access via Peppy
- Family and carer support
- 33-35 days’ holiday (35 days after 5 years), flexible leave options
Additional Benefits
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Subsidized retail savings & discounts
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Enhanced parental/carer leave policies • Maternity/adoption leave: 26 weeks paid • Paternity/partner leave: 2 weeks paid • Shared parental leave: 24 weeks at full pay • Caring responsibility days: 5 days (2 paid)
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Professional institution subscriptions yearly
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Bespoke mentoring, training, and self-improvement programs
Communities & Social Impact
Participate in advanced networks (LGBTQ+, gender, disability advocates) and invest in community-based social outcomes.
Ready to drive impact in water infrastructure? Apply now or email Laura Kennedy for questions.
Job Details
- Location: Reading, Brighton, Croydon, London, Cambridge (UK)
- Market: Water
- Contract: Permanent Full-Time
- Ref: 14896
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