Overview
2026 UK Graduate Contaminated Land Consultancy Career Path at Mott MacDonald. This graduate role sits within the Environmental and Consent division, contributing to projects across the built environment, transport, and water sectors to protect public health and the environment.
What You’ll Do
You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a culture that values curiosity, integrity, and teamwork. Your work will span both office-based and field activities, combining technical rigour with purpose-driven impact.
Your Responsibilities May Include
* Environmental Research & Desk Studies - Conduct literature reviews and write desk studies that inform project decisions and environmental strategies.
* Field Monitoring & Sampling - Monitor and sample groundwater and ground gas to assess environmental conditions and protect public health.
* Site Investigations & Data Analysis - Supervise ground investigations and analyse environmental data to identify risks and guide remediation.
* Impact Assessments & Risk Reporting - Contribute to Environmental Impact Assessments and land contamination risk reports that support sustainable development.
* Remediation & Proposal Writing - Support the development of remediation strategies and contribute to compelling proposals that drive positive change.
* Collaborative Problem-Solving - Work alongside engineers, scientists, and planners to deliver integrated, innovative solutions that serve society.
Candidate Specification
We are looking for committed and motivated graduates with a genuine passion and a desire to make a difference in the world. If this describes you, apply today to launch your career at Mott MacDonald.
To be eligible for this opportunity, you will have less than 12 months’ relevant experience (excluding placements) and have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree (obtained no earlier than 2024) or expected to achieve one, in one of the following degree disciplines:
* Hydrogeology
* Contaminated land
* Environmental geology
* Environmental science
In your application, you should aim to demonstrate your genuine interest in both the opportunity and in joining Mott MacDonald. You can do this by highlighting any relevant experience or interests - such as modules you've studied, previous work experience, or any research you've undertaken about our company, values, and projects.
We personally review every completed application form as this part of our selection process is entirely human-led; we do not use AI tools at this stage and kindly expect you not to either. Joining us as a graduate is your opportunity to shape your own story.
Strengths We Are Looking For
* Proactively takes initiative to complete tasks efficiently and independently.
* Communicates effectively and clearly with clients and colleagues.
* Delivers high-quality written work with strong attention to detail and clarity.
* Demonstrates a structured and analytical approach to problem solving.
We support flexible working. Please ask at interview stage about any flexibility you may need.
Mott MacDonald Ltd. is not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision relates to changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024.
We seek long-term relationships with our graduates and therefore cannot accept applications from candidates who would be working under the Graduate visa route or other time-limited visas due to sponsorship requirements in future. We welcome applications from candidates eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.
About Your Development
A graduate position should be more than just a job. You’ll receive training from day one and be assigned a mentor to guide your professional development. You will join our three-year early careers soft skills development programme – Accelerating your Future – designed to support a long-lasting successful career at Mott MacDonald.
You’ll have the opportunity to make a difference and learn about Our Purpose and the impact we can have.
You’ll also get:
* Biannual salary reviews for the first three years
* A competitive salary aligned with current industry standards
* Contributory pension up to 7% of your salary
* A flexible benefits scheme to suit your needs
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, promoting fair employment practices and equal opportunities for all. We nurture an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute.
Agile Working
We believe in flexibility and trust to meet client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility and working practices that suit different needs.
Location
Various locations in the UK (e.g., Altrincham, Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Cardiff, Croydon, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Sheffield).
Contract and Career Details
Contract Type: Permanent • Work Pattern: Full Time • Discipline: Environment • Job Ref: 11671
Recruiter Contact: earlycareers.recruitment@mottmac.com
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