Mott MacDonald Bentley | MMB
Senior Civil Engineer
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Senior Civil Engineer – Mott MacDonald Bentley
Internal applications are welcome
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. You will work on major water and wastewater schemes throughout all phases of the project—from feasibility through to construction.
With an annual turnover surpassing £500 million, Mott Macdonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance provides a dynamic environment for career growth.
Working within this unit, you will collaborate on multi-disciplinary projects for a diverse portfolio of clients—including the Environment Agency, Associated British Ports (ABP), Rolls Royce, Canal and River Trust, the Mining Remediation Authority, National Grid, Cadent Gas, P&G, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), as well as local authorities. Projects range from:
- Flood alleviation
- Water treatment
- Infrastructure construction
- Industrial building development
- Gas network upgrades
As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in projects that significantly impact our environment and communities. Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) delivers feasibility, design, construction, and commissioning services to keep communities protected and industry operational. You’ll contribute to solutions that enhance infrastructure effectiveness and sustainability.
Role Overview
The Senior Civil Engineer is responsible for:
- Design leadership and compliance: Providing technical expertise and ensuring design outputs meet current legislation and industry standards, while delivering fit-for-purpose solutions.
- Collaborative problem-solving: Working closely with commercial, operational, and construction teams to develop efficient, practical, and safe project solutions throughout all stages—from design to delivery post-construction.
- Client relationship management: Actively engaging with clients, adopting a one-team approach to support their objectives and maintain strong working relationships.
- Interdisciplinary coordination: Managing interface planning between civil design and other engineering disciplines, and producing comprehensive technical documentation.
- Quality assurance: Acting as a technical checker and reviewer of project documents, including cross-team validation.
- Process innovation: Identifying opportunities to improve project delivery, including:
- Development and implementation of standard designs
- Promotion of sustainable solutions
- Activation of digital tools
- Site verification: Conducting on-site reviews to evaluate buildability and integration within existing systems.
- Team development: Supporting the growth of the civil engineering team by:
- Coaching and mentoring engineers in skill enhancement
- Ensuring projects benefit from the right resource allocation
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Job Requirements
To excel in this role, you’ll need:
- A degree in Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- Chartership (CEng) through a relevant engineering institution.
- Proven track record of delivering high-quality technical outputs, aligned with design, quality, and safety standards.
- A valid driving licence and willingness to travel for projects across operational regions.
Benefits
Mott MacDonald Bentley offers a competitive package including:
- Salary: A competitive salary based on experience and capability.
- Pensions & Wellbeing:
- Employer-matched pension up to 7%.
- Life assurance / Private Medical Insurance, and Critical Illness Insurance.
- Health screening options.
- Flexible Leave:
- Option to carry over annual leave.
- Parental & Family Support:
- 26-week maternity leave; enhanced paternity & adoption leave (SPL).
- Payment of the annual professional institution subscription costs.
- Work-Life Balance:
- Discounted gym memberships across the UK.
- Cycle-to-work schemes and interest-free season ticket loans + dining cards.
- Professional Development:
- Extensive opportunities for mentorship and upskilling to foster long-term growth.
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About Mott MacDonald Bentley
Founded in 1999, this joint venture between JN Bentley (contractor) and Mott MacDonald (consultancy) offers fully integrated design and build solutions. Working under the Mott MacDonald umbrella, your role will span both Mott MacDonald and JN Bentley teams.
Mott MacDonald is a global engineering and consultancy firm dedicated to:
- Improving society through sustainable engineering solutions.
- Emphasising social outcomes in every project.
- Driving digital innovation for improved efficiency and performance.
Our Values
Progress | Respect | Integrity | Drive | Excellence. "We care about what we do, so we do things better.
Mott MacDonald is committed to creating a sustainable workplace where:
- Safety, voice, and potential development are prioritised.
- Employees share in the rewards of success.
- Projects make a meaningful difference—from securing water supplies to protecting communities from flood risk.
Diversity & Inclusion
We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and celebrate diversity in our teams. If you’re keen to join but don’t meet every requirement, we strongly encourage you to apply.
For more information on how we uphold Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, visit: mottmacbentley.co.uk/people.
Accessibility Note: Mott MacDonald Bentley ensures recruitment processes are inclusive. Please contact 01756 691572 or recruitment@jnbentley.co.uk to discuss any necessary adjustments.
Work Arrangements & Contact
- Locations: Newport (GB), Leeds (GB).
- Type: Permanent, Full-Time.
- Market: Water.
- Discipline: Civil Engineering.
- Recruiter: Lauren.Hutchinson@jnbentley.co.uk.
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