Internal applications are welcome. 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. 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 £500 million, Mott MacDonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry, creating an ideal environment for career growth.
MMB has successfully extended its contract with Thames Water for an additional five years, covering 15 million customers throughout London and the Thames Valley, through to the end of AMP8 in March 2030. We are undertaking a varied programme of water and wastewater projects to improve the network.
We are looking for a proactive Environmental Specialist to support a regional team comprised of design and operation staff across the UK. You will work on projects that make a real difference to our environment and communities by enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of water and wastewater treatment systems.
Responsibilities
* Identify specific environmental risks throughout the project lifecycle, from solution definition to completion.
* Support projects teams to develop environmental risk mitigation measures, with consideration of cost, time, compliance, safety and social impacts.
* Identify, plan and coordinate project environmental specialist inputs (e.g. heritage and archaeology, ecology, geomorphology), to ensure that all environmental tasks are completed at the correct time and to the required standards, including prioritising risks.
* Produce specific environmental deliverables at appropriate project milestones (e.g. EIA screening assessments, material management plans, and environmental management plans).
* Produce applications for environmental permits and consents.
* Lead on liaison with environmental regulators.
* Positively engage with clients regarding environmental and consenting matters, developing relationships and enhancing our reputation.
* Contribute to environmental improvement projects at both local and regional level.
* Assist in the production and delivery of training.
Qualifications
* Chartered with a relevant professional body or actively working towards chartership.
* Understanding of environmental disciplines and project risks in ecology, archaeology, drainage, geotechnical, contaminated land, landscape, noise; more in-depth knowledge of one of these areas is desirable.
* Awareness of the planning process (preferably in the water sector), including the need for surveys and permits and consents for relevant construction activities.
* Ability to coordinate the management of environmental aspects through high‑level planning, organisation, and communication to ensure successful project outcomes.
* Experience in advising and promoting project sustainability initiatives, including an understanding of biodiversity net gain.
* Effective communication with team members and stakeholders.
* Methodical approach to problem solving.
* Proactive and pragmatic approach.
* Proficiency in delivering results within short timeframes, prioritising tasks and managing time efficiently.
* Valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites.
Benefits
Financial wellbeing
* MMB match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%.
* As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all colleagues including our annual bonus schemes.
* Payment of annual professional institution subscription costs.
Health and well‑being
* Minimum of 33 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays, with ability to buy, sell or carry over annual leave through our flexible benefits programme.
* Access to Life Assurance, Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and Health Screening options.
* Flexible working arrangements to support responsibilities beyond the workplace.
* Access to employee groups supporting LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability and parents/carers communities.
Enhanced family and carers leave
* Enhanced family leave policies including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave plus option for shared parental leave.
* Up to 2 paid additional days leave for those with significant caring responsibilities.
Learning and development
* Commitment to empowering staff to grow professionally and thrive in careers, offering structured development schemes supporting the journey toward professional chartership.
* Employee fast‑tracking towards chartership reviews and support through mentorship, hands‑on experience and tailored training opportunities.
Mott MacDonald Bentley are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. 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 the future.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: We welcome applications from all sectors of the community and are dedicated to building a diverse workplace where everyone feels included.
Location: Reading, GB
Contract Type: Permanent
Work Pattern: Full Time
Market: Water
Discipline: Water
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