Mott MacDonald Bentley | MMB
Project Design Engineer - Civil
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Mott MacDonald Bentley is a fully-integrated design and build business, combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley to deliver award-winning projects. The company has been named a capital delivery partner for two multi-million-pound ‘lots’, ensuring projects across the region will be delivered through to 2030, with the potential for further extension into AMP9.
Working with Wessex Water, which serves 2.9 million customers across the south-western England region, the business will deliver significant infrastructure upgrades under AMP8—an investment more than double that of AMP7. Schemes will focus on Bournemouth, Poole, and South Dorset.
About the Role
The Project Design Engineer – Civil role blends project management and design engineering, guiding projects from outline to detailed design stages. You’ll have the opportunity to accelerate your journey to chartership or develop expertise across multiple disciplines. Explore the broader role in our Project Leader campaign – YouTube.
Core Opportunities:
- Work in a dynamic, Design-and-Build environment.
- Project-manage the design of water and wastewater projects.
- Fast-track charity advancement with tailored growth schemes.
- Collaborate in multi-disciplinary project teams, fostering mutual development.
- Enjoy flexible work arrangements (home, office, or site).
- See your designs realised in operational schemes.
Daily Responsibilities
- Work within a "project triangle" with Site Managers and Quantity Surveyors to ensure technical, constructability, and commercial alignment throughout delivery.
- Lead end-to-end design (from outline conceptualisation to completed build, including CAD, compliance, and handover).
- Coordinate civil, electrical, mechanical, and process specialisms, alongside BIM modellers and construction technologists, ensuring designs meet budget, programme, and quality standards.
- Undertake discipline-specific design tasks and mentor junior colleagues.
- Cultivate strong client relationships, fostering teamwork across operational, project, and technical assurance teams.
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Requirements
- Accredited Degree in Civil Engineering.
- Incorporated Membership of a professional engineering institution.
- Direct design experience in water or wastewater infrastructure (outline to detailed stages).
- Knowledge of CDM 2015 Designer/Principal Designer duties.
Benefits
Financial Wellbeing
- Pension plan with a matching contribution of 4.5% – 7%.
- Annual bonus scheme (profit-sharing reflects business performance).
- Covered institution membership fees for professional registers.
Health and Wellbeing
- 33 days’ holiday annually (including public holidays), with carryover/sale options via a flexible accrual scheme.
- Access to Life Assurance, Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Cover, and Health Screening.
- Supportive, open dialogue around flexible working arrangements and balancing family/carer responsibilities.
Diverse Talent Networks
- Join EEA Employee Networks for:
- LGBTQ+ connectivity
- Gender/ethnicity/equity inclusión
- Disability advocacy
- Support for caregivers/parents
Family & Career Leave
- 26 weeks paid maternity/adoption leave.
- 2 weeks paid paternity/partner leave + shared parental leave.
- 2 additional paid days for significant caring duties.
Learning & Development
- Structured coach schemes to accelerate progress toward chartership.
- Hands-on experience + behavioural/vocational mentorship.
- Customised training to align corporate and individual objectives.
Visa Note
Skilled Worker visa sponsorship is not currently available due to UK policy changes effective April 2024. We welcome applications under alternative immigration routes for eligible candidates.
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Role Details
- Employer: Mott MacDonald (role delivered via Mott MacDonald Bentley).
- Location: Bristol, UK (hybrid model offered).
- Contract: Permanent, Full-Time.
- Flexibility: Part of a joint venture—collaborate with colleagues from Mott MacDonald and JN Bentley as needed.
About Mott MacDonald
Mott MacDonald is a global engineering management consultancy, blending design expertise, digital innovation, and measurable social outcomes. Our five core values drive our approach:
- Progress – pushing beyond boundaries.
- Respect – valuing individual and cultural diversity.
- Integrity – acting ethically and transparently.
- Drive – embracing challenges.
- Excellence – seeking precision and refinement.
We believe our people are our greatest asset, investing in training, meaningful careers, thorough development pathways, and community impact. Join teams that transform infrastructure—from water security to flood resilience—while fostering an inclusive, empowering culture.
Inclusion & Opportunity
We actively seek candidates from underrepresented groups:
- Applications are encouraged from mature recruits, disabled individuals, and diverse backgrounds. -Unmet criteria need not deter all-qualified applicants.
Adjustments: We invite conversation about otional support during recruitment. Contact recruitment@jnbentley.co.uk or call +44 (0)1756 691572.
For full details on our alliance policy and DEI commitment, visit: Mott MacDonald Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Guide.
Recruitment
Contact: Emily Naylor, emily.naylor@jnbentley.co.uk Reference: 11883.
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