Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Mott Mac Donald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott Mac Donald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley, operating across water, energy and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover surpassing £500 million, Mott Mac Donald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth.

Mott Mac Donald Bentley (MMB) are looking for a Graduate Engineering Geologist with a desire to develop innovative and pragmatic ways of working, reduce carbon and protect the environment.

• Undertake geotechnical desk studies, design of ground investigations, compilation of ground investigation tender documentation and contract administration.

• Support in the technical supervision of ground investigation fieldworks and liaison with ground investigation contractors.

• Interpretation of ground investigation data including presentation of appropriate ground models, development of geotechnical design parameters and clear presentation of identified ground risks.

• Production of ground investigation reports and geotechnical design reports in accordance with EC7.

• Liaise with wider non specialist project team members (design and construction) to develop best-value engineering designs and clearly communicate identified project ground risks and suitable mitigation.

• Undertake various geotechnical analyses and design, produce calculation packages, input to works specifications and drawings for construction.

• Graduated or due to graduate with a degree in engineering geology or geotechnical engineering (MSc/MEng)

• A good understanding of geology and geological processes in the UK

• Strong organisational, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills

• A full UK driving licence

In addition to our bespoke Early Careers Development Programme designed to accelerate your growth, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing inside and outside the workplace.

• 33 days annual leave plus the option to purchase additional days (maximum 45 days)

• Private health care and a health cash plan to help manage everyday medical costs

• Exclusive high street discounts across retailers and gyms

• Flexible pension contributions matched by employer up to 7%

• Access to our Early Career Professionals network alongside access to a global network of experienced professionals to further support your professional development

• Internal Development Scheme to support and guide you through your journey to becoming Chartered

• Tools and resources to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing

Here, you’ll build a career with purpose—on projects that make a real difference. And you’ll be part of a team that invests in your future.

This is a Mott Mac Donald Bentley role, employed by Mott Mac Donald.
Mott Mac Donald Bentley is a joint venture business, established in 1999 between civil engineering contractor JN Bentley and global management consultancy, Mott Mac Donald.

Mott Mac Donald Bentley offers fully integrated design and build services to its clients, combining the contracting expertise of JN Bentley and the design specialisms of Mott Mac Donald.

This role is employed by Mott Mac Donald but will involve working across the joint venture business, both with Mott Mac Donald and JN Bentley colleagues.

Mott Mac Donald is a global engineering, management and development consultancy.

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