Overview
Join to apply for the 2026 UK Graduate Environmental & Sustainability Consultancy Career Path role at Mott MacDonald.
Turn your ambition into action - apply now and shape your future with us.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to deliver integrated, impactful solutions. Your responsibilities may include:
* Environmental impact assessments: Evaluate the effects of major projects and ensure compliance with UK and international standards.
* Sustainability strategy: Support the development and implementation of sustainability plans across diverse sectors.
* Performance monitoring: Set and track sustainability KPIs and targets to drive continuous improvement.
* Innovation and insight: Explore emerging technologies and materials to inform decision-making and enhance project outcomes.
* Internal leadership: Contribute to initiatives that improve our own sustainability practices and culture.
Candidate Specification
At Mott MacDonald, we’re looking for curious, motivated graduates who want to make a real difference. To be eligible for this opportunity, you will have less than 12 months’ relevant experience (excluding placements) and have a bachelor’s degree (obtained no earlier than 2024) or expected in one of the following disciplines:
* Environmental Science
* Geography
* Environmental Management
* Environmental related subject
* Sustainability
In your application, demonstrate genuine interest in the opportunity and joining Mott MacDonald by highlighting relevant experience or interests such as studied modules, previous work experience, or research about our company, values, and projects.
We personally review every completed application form; this part of our selection process is human-led and AI tools are not used at this stage. We encourage authentic responses to get to know the real you.
We Are Looking For Graduates With The Following Strengths
* 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.
Development, Benefits & Work Arrangements
We support flexible working. Please discuss any flexibility you may need at interview stage.
About development: this graduate position includes training, a mentor, and the Accelerating your Future three-year soft-skills development programme to support a long-term career at Mott MacDonald.
* Biannual salary reviews during the first three years.
* Competitive salary aligned with industry standards.
* Contributory pension up to 7% of salary.
* Flexible benefits scheme to suit individual needs.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, promoting fair employment practices and an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute.
Agile Working
We support agility, flexibility and trust; you and your manager can agree the most effective ways to work.
Location
Exeter, Cardiff, Cambridge, Birmingham, Croydon, Manchester, Southampton, London, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Sheffield, Edinburgh.
Contract Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full Time
Discipline
Environment
Job Ref
11633
Recruiter Contact
earlycareers.recruitment@mottmac.com
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