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. Working for Mott MacDonald 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 £600 million, MottMacDonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth.
As part of our appointment to Scottish Water’s new Enterprise, we will deliver projects at sites across Scotland. Works will include major upgrades to treatment assets, new and enhanced networks, and resilience schemes that will benefit communities across the country.
25+ years in the water sector
SR27 Priorities
- Enhancing resilience and service reliability through treatment works upgrades, network improvements and resilience schemes
- Supporting net zero and climate adaptation via low carbon design, nature based solutions and environmental compliance projects
- Enabling sustainable growth by delivering infrastructure that supports new development and protects existing communities
- Driving efficiency and affordability through integrated delivery, innovation and collaborative planning
- Maintaining a strong focus on customers, communities and safety across everything we do
As a Principal Civil Engineer you’ll work on projects that make a real difference to our environment and our communities – enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of water and wastewater treatment systems.
You will play a pivotal role in shaping the civil functions throughout the lifecycle of various projects. From concept design to commissioning, you will ensure that all civil aspects are meticulously considered and integrated.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the design, planning, and execution of civil engineering on projects.
- Provide design support and guidance for schemes and ensure all designs are fit for purpose and meet current legislation and standards.
- Work closely and collaboratively with the commercial, operational and construction teams to develop efficient, practical and safe solutions throughout design stages, construction and beyond.
- Positively engage with the client, managing relationships and adopting a one‑team approach to supporting them in achieving their aims.
- Manage the interfaces and integration of the civil design with that of other disciplines and production of documentation.
- Act as technical checker on project documents, and undertake technical reviews for projects across teams.
- Identify opportunities to improve delivery processes including development and implementation of standard designs, sustainable solutions, and digital tools.
- Undertake site reviews to ensure buildability of solutions and integration within the existing systems.
- Support the development of the civil engineering team, coach and mentor engineers to develop their skill set and identify the correct resource for the projects.
What you’ll need
- Degree in Civil Engineering, or related field
- Chartership (CEng) with a relevant Engineering Institution
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in civil engineering including hydraulic and concrete structure design.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Experience of successfully delivering high quality outputs in accordance with design, quality and safety standards.
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
- A willingness to travel to sites across your operational region.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with sustainable design and green building practices.
- Proficiency in civil engineering software and tools.
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards applicable within the water and wastewater sector.
- Experience of temporary works design.
What’s in it for you
Alongside our significant training and development investment and bespoke progression plan, we offer a wide range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits that you can tailor to your needs. At Mott MacDonald Bentley you will be offered a competitive salary which is commensurate based on your experience. Our core benefits include:
- Pension matched by employer up to 7%
- Option to purchase, sell and carry over annual leave
- Life assurance / Private Medical Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance and Health Screening options
- 26 weeks maternity leave, enhanced paternity and adoption leave / Shared parental leave
- Payment of annual professional institution subscription costs
- Gym Membership discounts UK wide
- Cycle to work scheme, interest free season ticket loans and discounted dining cards also available
Mott MacDonald Bentley are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We welcome applications from all sectors of the community. We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace where everyone feels included, has the opportunity to thrive, and is treated with respect.
Even if you don’t meet every requirement for this role but are excited about the opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Find out more about our approach to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion here: https://www.mottmacbentley.co.uk/people.
We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment practices are barrier‑free and as inclusive as possible. This includes making adjustments during the job application process and throughout your future career with us. Please call 01756 691572 or email recruitment@jnbentley.co.uk to discuss any such adjustments that we can make. You can read more about our Equal Opportunities Policy here: Equality, diversity and inclusion – Mott MacDonald
Agile working
We are committed to providing a flexible and agile working environment that supports both our employees and the needs of the business.
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