Civil Engineer in Devon

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. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth.

In November 2023, MMB secured its first ever framework with South West Water, the company responsible for the water and wastewater services of 1.8 million customers in Cornwall, Devon, the Isles of Scilly and parts of Dorset and Somerset. The multi‑million‑pound AMP8 contract runs for five years to 2029 – with the potential for a further five‑year extension.

What you’ll do:

• Preparing outline and detailed civil engineering designs and calculations, including aspects of civil, hydraulic and structural design.
• Producing technical and commercial specifications, including design reports and schedules.
• Developing and marking up models and drawings.
• Working closely and collaboratively with the commercial, operational and construction teams to develop efficient, practical and safe solutions throughout design stages, construction, commissioning and operation of the assets.
• Considering aspects such as whole‑life carbon and circular economy within designs to produce sustainable solutions.
• Undertaking site and asset surveys to inform design requirements.
• Co‑ordinating with the project team and specialists including Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Geotechnical and Structural designers and ensuring designs are completed on programme, within budget, and to the quality defined by framework specifications.
• Managing the interfaces and integration of the civil design with that of other disciplines.
• Positively engaging with the client, managing relationships and adopting a one‑team approach to supporting them in achieving their aims.

What you’ll need:

• Degree in Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Working towards IEng/CEng with a relevant Engineering Institution.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Methodical approach to problem solving.
• A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across your operational region.

What’s in it for you:

• Financial wellbeing: MMB matches employee pension contributions between 4.5 % and 7 %. Payment of annual professional institution subscription costs.
• Health and wellbeing: A minimum of 33 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays, with the 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.
• 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 the option to share parental leave.
• Learning and development: MMB are committed to empowering our people to grow professionally and thrive in their careers. We offer structured development schemes that support your journey toward professional chartership.

Mott MacDonald Bentley are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024.

About Mott MacDonald: Mott MacDonald is 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.