Job Description
Location/s: Bristol, United Kingdom / Exeter, United Kingdom
Recruiter contact: Nikki George
Hiring manager contact: Nicola Spofforth
Mott MacDonald
We’re a global engineering, management, and development consultancy. Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities, and employee opportunities.
A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s needs and striving to meet them.
We are proud to be one of Glassdoor’s top employers to work for in the UK, as well as being recognized as a Top Inclusive Company in the UK.
Our values: Progress, Respect, Integrity, Drive, Excellence.
About the division
Environmental and social considerations are central to Mott MacDonald’s purpose and offerings across all sectors and territories. Our environment and social business provides essential services and innovative solutions to meet our clients' needs across sectors.
Overview of role
The Environmental & Sustainability Services (ESS) team comprises over 130 professionals across 18 offices in the UK and Spain. The team works on diverse projects in sectors including water, defence, energy, ports/marine, rail, and urban development, serving clients such as local authorities, government agencies, utility companies, Network Rail, Grid, contractors, among others.
The team leads on coordinating, delivering, and managing environmental and sustainability workstreams throughout the project lifecycle, from business case development to supply chain procurement and construction. They advocate for environmental and social outcomes, embedding sustainability into decision-making processes, working closely with specialists, stakeholders, design teams, and clients.
As an account leader, you will provide technical leadership and advice on major UK infrastructure projects, develop relationships in the South West, and contribute to winning and delivering projects.
We seek an experienced Senior Consultant interested in working across a portfolio of projects to deliver environmental and sustainable outcomes.
Your typical responsibilities include:
* Leading EIA screening, scoping, and the production of Environmental Statements and reports.
* Coordinating input from multi-disciplinary environmental specialists.
* Managing programmes, resources, and budgets for environmental projects.
* Undertaking business development and proposal writing for environmental services.
* Engaging with clients and stakeholders.
* Mentoring and line managing team members.
* Opportunities exist to develop an environmental technical specialism alongside coordination roles.
Candidate specification
Essential criteria:
* Relevant academic/professional qualifications
* Chartership through a relevant institute
* Experience in EIA, UK environmental planning legislation, and local sustainability priorities
* Experience working with clients and influencing stakeholders
* Strong organisational, planning, and management skills with high-quality deliverables and budget management
* Experience leading diverse, multidisciplinary teams
Desirable criteria:
* Bid/tender experience, including developing cost and quality responses
* Experience with TWAO and/or DCO schemes, and sectors such as Water, Defence, Energy, Marine, Rail
* People management and staff development experience
* Confidence in delivering workshops and training online and in person
Equality, diversity, and inclusion
We prioritize equality, diversity, and inclusion, promoting fair employment practices and an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute.
Accessibility
If you need support during the application process, please contact reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com.
Agile working
We support flexible working arrangements to help balance responsibilities beyond work.
Benefits include:
* Health and wellbeing benefits such as private medical insurance, health cash plans, and access to menopause support.
* Financial wellbeing benefits including pension contributions, life assurance, income protection, and flexible benefits.
* Lifestyle benefits like holiday entitlement, employee discounts, and family leave policies.
* Learning and development opportunities, including professional subscriptions and training.
* Participation in networks and community initiatives to support social outcomes.
Apply now or click here for more information about our application process.
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