Airfield Engineer (open to experience level)
Locations: Croydon, Sheffield, Manchester, Southampton
Recruiter contact: Ainsley Anstess
Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across global industries, delivering work that defines our future and has a societal impact in the communities we serve. We pride ourselves on collaboration, learning, and growth, and as a proudly employee-owned business we aim to empower, include, and value everyone. We are committed to making our people brilliant.
About The Business Unit
We help conceive, drive, and implement transport solutions for cities, regions, and asset owners/operators around the globe. Our planning, engineering, environmental and management skills cover the whole project cycle, and we play a major role in developing and delivering the Global Transport Sector Strategy.
Job Description
We are looking for experienced Airfield Engineers to join our growing Aviation Team to meet rising demand in UK and international aviation.
Responsibilities
* Prepare airfield pavement designs
* Analyse geotechnical and soil investigation information and request necessary tests
* Undertake geometric and grading design of runways, taxiways, aprons, service roads, etc.
* Undertake storm water drainage and water management system design for airports
* Oversee Civil 3D design of civil works, infrastructure, and 3D models for airfield projects
* Coordinate design across multiple disciplines including pavement engineering and structural engineering
* Prepare specifications for civil works
* Prepare feasible, logical, and efficient work phasing proposals for construction works
* Undertake civil works design and design reviews across all design stages
* Support engagement and management of subconsultants
* Support preparation of tender documentation and client engagement during procurement for Airfield Civil Works
* Support preparation of methodologies, design proposals, and resource estimation for bids
* Willingness to travel frequently to the UK and internationally for site visits and MM UK office visits
More Senior Roles Will Be Expected To
* Undertake line management duties
* Lead visits to airfields in the UK and overseas for monitoring construction works and producing progress reports
* Provide leadership and line management support to Senior and Airfield Engineers in the development of airfield designs for airports globally
Candidate Specification
* Experience in Airfield Engineering Design or management of Airfield Design; strong CAD (2D and 3D) capabilities
* Excellent written and spoken English; additional languages desirable
* Ideally a member of the Institution of Civil Engineers or similar; Chartered Engineer status or working towards it
* Experience in bid and client account management would be advantageous
Candidates may be required to travel within the UK and to selected locations internationally (subject to mutual agreement).
We are actively recruiting a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we serve. We recognise differences in ability, skills, and experience as a strength and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Please note that offers for this role are conditional upon obtaining the appropriate level of Security Clearance.
UK Immigration
Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This is due to changes to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We welcome applications from candidates eligible for alternative UK immigration routes that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in the future.
Working Arrangements
Agile/hybrid working policy to support client, team, and personal commitments.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in employment and strive for fair procedures and opportunities for all. We value each individual and aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute.
Accessibility
If you need support to apply or attend an interview, please contact reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com.
Benefits
* Health and wellbeing: private medical insurance, health cash plan, access to Peppy for menopause support, wellbeing program, flexible benefits including health options
* Financial wellbeing: pension match (4.5%–7%), life assurance up to 4x basic salary (option to 6x), income protection, flexible benefits including critical illness, and annual bonus schemes
* Lifestyle: 33–35 days holiday, with buy/sell options; holiday entitlement increases after 5 years; employee saving schemes and retailer discounts
* Enhanced family and carers leave: maternity/adoption leave, shared parental leave, caring leave
* Learning and development: professional subscription, mentoring, training, and development opportunities
* Networks and communities: broad employee networks supporting diversity and inclusion
Apply now, or for more information about our application process, click here.
Location(s): Croydon, Southampton, Manchester, Sheffield
Contract Type: Permanent | Work Pattern: Full Time | Market: Transport | Discipline: Aviation | Job Ref: 11463 | Recruiter Contact: Ainsley Anstess
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