Civil Engineer

Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom / London, United Kingdom / Cambridge, United Kingdom / Altrincham, United Kingdom / Bristol, United Kingdom / Sheffield, United Kingdom

The Buildings Unit (BLD) has a major presence in Mott Mac Donald's regional offices throughout the UK and mainland Europe, providing a wide range of diverse and transferable cross-sector skills across five key sectors:
Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation and Water. We also provide local services to customers and technical leadership to the rest of the Group in these sectors.

We are seeking a Civil Engineer to join our Buildings Unit. Our team delivers a diverse portfolio of building and infrastructure projects across the UK and Europe, working across sectors including health, defence, major venues, and commercial developments.

You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams across the UK and internationally, contributing to both project delivery and broader team objectives.

This is a varied role, focused on technical delivery but including opportunities to support on project management and other tasks. It offers excellent opportunities for professional development and progression, including support towards achieving Chartered status.

• Support the planning, design, and delivery of building‑related civil engineering works, including site development, drainage (including SuDS), earthworks, utilities and external works including car parks and access roads
• Apply and promote health and safety policies and procedures in all aspects of work
• Support delivery of projects in line with quality, programme, and budget requirements
• Support on project management tasks with guidance from senior team members
• Provide input to the preparation of proposals and contribute to business development activities where appropriate, with support
• Work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels, supporting a positive and inclusive team environment
• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Progressing towards professional qualification (e.g. Chartered or Incorporated Engineer), with a desire to continue developing technical and project management skills
• Experience in design of building‑related civil engineering projects, including site development, drainage, utilities, and external works including car parks and access roads
• Experience supporting project delivery, including assisting with the planning and monitoring of programmes, budgets, and resources
• Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams, with an understanding of relevant standards, local authority requirements, and good engineering practice
• Proficiency in one or more design tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Info Drainage
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with colleagues and clients
• Willingness to contribute to client engagement and business development activities, including supporting the preparation of fee proposals.

Please be advised that offers for this role are conditional upon obtaining the appropriate level of Security Clearance.

Mott Mac Donald Ltd. 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.

We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.

We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reaso and we will talk to you about how we can support you.