Mott MacDonald
Expression of Interest - Quantity Surveyor
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Quantity Surveyor – Nuclear Decommissioning (Energy)
Location/s: Whitehaven, Warrington, UK Role Scope: Advisory and Programme Delivery (APD)
About the Company
Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across 50+ countries and 140+ offices. Specialising in sectors like energy, water, environmental, transportation, and nuclear decommissioning, we deliver tailored solutions that balance technical expertise, regulatory compliance, and commercial excellence.
As an employee-owned business, we prioritise collaboration, inclusivity, and professional development, fostering a culture where creative problem-solving and societal impact drive success.
About the Business Unit
Mott MacDonald’s Advisory and Programme Delivery (APD) unit provides project, programme, and commercial management (PPCM) services alongside advisory solutions across industries, including:
- Built environment
- Energy & renewables
- Water & environmental remediation
- Healthcare
- Transportation
Drawing from £20bn+ project experience, APD combines programme management, cost controls, infrastructure finance, digital consulting, and governance to deliver seamless project lifecycles.
Key Focus Area: Energy – Nuclear Decommissioning
We partner with regulatory bodies, government agencies, and private operators to safely manage nuclear facility decommissioning. Our work spans:
- Strategy development & cost/risk optimisation
- Waste management & site remediation
- Infrastructure transformation
- Regulatory compliance & safety assurance
Being a trusted leader in this sector, Mott MacDonald supports UK’s most complex decommissioning programmes, enabling low-carbon transition and sustainable outcomes.
Overview of the Role
Mott MacDonald is expanding its energy portfolio, particularly in nuclear decommissioning, and seeks a Quantity Surveyor to join teams in Whitehaven and Warrington.
Why this Role?
- Support highly regulated, technically complex, and strategically critical projects driving nuclear decommissioning.
- Manage costs, risk, and commercial contracts for multi-year, multi-million-pound projects in a highly regulated environment.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions to climate and energy targets.
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Your expertise will shape the next generation of low-carbon initiatives and generate measurable financial value for clients.
Key Responsibilities
- NEC4 Contract Administration: Manage contracts within nuclear decommissioning programmes while aligning with procurement and governance frameworks.
- Cost Control & Variance Management: Control contract variations, track expenditures, and develop accurate, forward-looking forecasting.
- Cross-Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as commercial bridge between clients, contractors, and project teams to ensure efficiency and transparency.
- Risk & Value Optimization: Mitigate risks, identify cost-saving opportunities, and uphold commercial integrity through the project lifecycle.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure work complements nuclear safety standards and environmental protections.
Experience & Qualification Requirements
Mandatory:
- Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (e.g., Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering).
- NEC4 ECC Accreditation with practical contract administration experience.
- Membership (or working towards) of a professional body: MRICS, NRW, or equivalent.
- Experience administering NEC contracts in infrastructure, regulated environments, or high-complexity settings (nuclear/energy preferred).
- Technical skills: Strong cost estimating, change control, and cash flow management expertise.
- Contract Tools: Proven experience with NEC4 ECC contracts + CEMAR toolkit.
- Technical Proficiency: Excellence in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
Desirable:
- NEC4 Project Manager Accreditation.
- Administration experience with Thinkproject Contracts.
- Familiarity with UK nuclear facility operations (e.g., decommissioning, radiation safety).
Security Clearance
Offers are subject to obtaining required clearance levels for nuclear-sensitive roles.
Inclusion, Diversity & Wellbeing
Flexible & Agile Working
Mott MacDonald offers a hybrid working policy, empowering you to balance client and personal commitments sustainably. Well-being, professional growth, and informal collaboration are prioritised to retain top talent.
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Equality & Inclusion
We are committed to fostering an equitable, open, and supportive environment where diversity enriches our solutions.
Reasonable Adjustments
Accessibility is paramount. If you have disability or need recruitment support, reach out to reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com.
Why Join Mott MacDonald?
Financial Benefits
- Pension contribution match between 4.5%–7%.
- Life Assurance (up to £4 × basic salary, with critical illness insurance).
- Income Protection support for long-term illness.
- Salary sacrifice schemes and products (e.g., Tax-Free Childcare, paid willwriting).
Employee Ownership
- No external shareholders: Profits are redistributed through quarterly bonuses tied to business and personal performance.
- Personal growth driving stake: Ownership increases with tenure.
Health & Wellbeing
- Private medical insurance.
- Health cash plan (e.g., £270/year for UK colleagues).
- Peppy menopause support available.
- Family Protections:
- 26 weeks paid maternity adoption leave.
- Shared parental leave (matching maternity at full salary).
- £5 extra days paid carer leave.
Learning & Development
- Free institution subscriptions (e.g., CPD memberships).
- Collaborative knowledge-sharing platforms, mentorship, and tailoured training.
How to Apply
For application details or further questions, visit: Apply now or contact Aoife Cullen (recruiter).
Location: Mooro Row, Warrington, UK Contract: Permanent (Full-Time) Discipline: Nuclear Decommissioning | Cost & Quantity Surveying Job Ref: 15393
Note on Visa Sponsorship
Currently, Mott MacDonald does not sponsor UK Skilled Worker visas due to changes in immigration policy (April 2024). International candidates are welcome if they qualify under alternative UK immigration routes.
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