Location/s: Southampton, UK Recruiter contact: Andrea Gaffney 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 incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance - we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you're surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant. About the business division Environmental and social considerations are central to Mott MacDonald's Purpose and its offerings across all sectors and territories. Our environment and social business provides essential services and innovative solutions which anticipate our clients' needs across all sectors. Overview of the role Mott MacDonald are leading the way in Nature Services and we are looking for people to join our Ecology Team and to play their part in integrating nature into all developments so that together with our clients we can build a better future.We pride ourselves on setting and maintaining high standards and are at the forefront of providing ecological advice. Our team has written guidance and delivered training on BNG and contributed to CIEEM's raising standards documents. We've developed innovative tools to more robustly and efficiently collect and manage ecological data to enable our team to focus on really making a difference.We've provided detailed biodiversity advice to improve NHS hospitals for people and the planet, we're delivering Nature-based solutions for water treatment and flood management and we're over-seeing the production of a Local Nature Recovery Strategy.We have a large portfolio of projects and a healthy forward-order book bringing with it fantastic opportunities for Ecologists at all levels. Our Southampton Office is well situated close to the train station and the team consists of 11 members from Graduate to Senior Associate Level. We also work very closely with the rest of the Ecology Team. Across the team we have a wide range of skills and licences. Joining our team at Principal/Associate Ecologist level you will likely spend the majority of your time office-based but may still get involved in some site work, especially in your area of technical expertise.Although you will be a member of the Southampton ecology team, you will also be connected to a much larger team of ecologists. There are excellent opportunities to progress your career through promotion, as well as develop a key role within our ecology team.The role will suit a dynamic, proactive team-player who wants to work in a growth area of the business and help support the delivery of ecology services in a fast-moving, client-focused, commercial environment. You will have responsibility for staff wellbeing, mentoring, and career development for the Southampton Ecology Team and will line manage some of the team members. You will work with the Regional Lead, Area Leader and UK Ecology Team Leader to manage utilisation, the appointment of people for specific roles, training and recruitment needs. You will hold regular operational team briefings/meetings for effective team management and communications. The projects you will be working on can span all stages of a project's life cycle, from design conception to implementation; giving opportunities to positively influence scheme design, and enhancements and promote best practice. A degree in Ecology (or a directly related subject). An additional higher degree would be an advantage Experience in Ecological Consultancy (or equivalent with transferable skills) A Full Member of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management or equivalent. Must be a Chartered Environmentalist, Chartered Ecologist or Chartered Biologist (or able to achieve this within 6 months) Ability to communicate effectively to multi-disciplinary teams, clients and regulators. Proficiency in report writing skills and a track record in acting as a checker / reviewer for ecological deliverables Technical specialism e.g. has held protected species mitigation licences or has advanced botanical skills etc Experience of People Management Experience of preparing costs and text for bids Willingness to travel throughout the UK UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. 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 future. Equality, diversity, and inclusion We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute. Accessibility We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at and we will talk to you about how we can support you. We are happy to talk openly about flexible working and how we can support your responsibilities beyond the workplace. We offer some fantastic benefits including: Health and wellbeing Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues. Health cash plan to support you with every day health costs and treatments. Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues. A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family. Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too. Financial wellbeing We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary. Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury. Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing. As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes. Lifestyle A minimum of 33-35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme. Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years' service. Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high-street retailers. Enhanced family and carers leave Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave. Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay. Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid. Learning and development Primary annual professional institution subscription. A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self-development options. Networks, communities, and social outcomes Join a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks which support our LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities.
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
Location/s: Southampton, UK Recruiter contact: Andrea Gaffney 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 incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance - we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you're surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant. About the business division Environmental and social considerations are central to Mott MacDonald's Purpose and its offerings across all sectors and territories. Our environment and social business provides essential services and innovative solutions which anticipate our clients' needs across all sectors. Overview of the role Mott MacDonald are leading the way in Nature Services and we are looking for people to join our Ecology Team and to play their part in integrating nature into all developments so that together with our clients we can build a better future.We pride ourselves on setting and maintaining high standards and are at the forefront of providing ecological advice. Our team has written guidance and delivered training on BNG and contributed to CIEEM's raising standards documents. We've developed innovative tools to more robustly and efficiently collect and manage ecological data to enable our team to focus on really making a difference.We've provided detailed biodiversity advice to improve NHS hospitals for people and the planet, we're delivering Nature-based solutions for water treatment and flood management and we're over-seeing the production of a Local Nature Recovery Strategy.We have a large portfolio of projects and a healthy forward-order book bringing with it fantastic opportunities for Ecologists at all levels. Our Southampton Office is well situated close to the train station and the team consists of 11 members from Graduate to Senior Associate Level. We also work very closely with the rest of the Ecology Team. Across the team we have a wide range of skills and licences. Joining our team at Principal/Associate Ecologist level you will likely spend the majority of your time office-based but may still get involved in some site work, especially in your area of technical expertise.Although you will be a member of the Southampton ecology team, you will also be connected to a much larger team of ecologists. There are excellent opportunities to progress your career through promotion, as well as develop a key role within our ecology team.The role will suit a dynamic, proactive team-player who wants to work in a growth area of the business and help support the delivery of ecology services in a fast-moving, client-focused, commercial environment. You will have responsibility for staff wellbeing, mentoring, and career development for the Southampton Ecology Team and will line manage some of the team members. You will work with the Regional Lead, Area Leader and UK Ecology Team Leader to manage utilisation, the appointment of people for specific roles, training and recruitment needs. You will hold regular operational team briefings/meetings for effective team management and communications. The projects you will be working on can span all stages of a project's life cycle, from design conception to implementation; giving opportunities to positively influence scheme design, and enhancements and promote best practice. A degree in Ecology (or a directly related subject). An additional higher degree would be an advantage Experience in Ecological Consultancy (or equivalent with transferable skills) A Full Member of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management or equivalent. Must be a Chartered Environmentalist, Chartered Ecologist or Chartered Biologist (or able to achieve this within 6 months) Ability to communicate effectively to multi-disciplinary teams, clients and regulators. Proficiency in report writing skills and a track record in acting as a checker / reviewer for ecological deliverables Technical specialism e.g. has held protected species mitigation licences or has advanced botanical skills etc Experience of People Management Experience of preparing costs and text for bids Willingness to travel throughout the UK UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. 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 future. Equality, diversity, and inclusion We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute. Accessibility We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at and we will talk to you about how we can support you. We are happy to talk openly about flexible working and how we can support your responsibilities beyond the workplace. We offer some fantastic benefits including: Health and wellbeing Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues. Health cash plan to support you with every day health costs and treatments. Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues. A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family. Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too. Financial wellbeing We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary. Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury. Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing. As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes. Lifestyle A minimum of 33-35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme. Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years' service. Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high-street retailers. Enhanced family and carers leave Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave. Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay. Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid. Learning and development Primary annual professional institution subscription. A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self-development options. Networks, communities, and social outcomes Join a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks which support our LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities.
Principal Ecologist (Regional Deputy Team Lead - Croydon/London) Croydon, United Kingdom / London, United Kingdom 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 incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance - we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you're surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to bebrilliant. About the division Environmental and social considerations are central to Mott MacDonald's Purpose and its offerings across all sectors and territories. Our environment and social business provides essential services and innovative solutions which anticipate our clients' needs across all sectors. Overview of the role Mott MacDonald are leading the way in Nature Services and we are looking for people to join our Ecology Team and to play their part in integrating nature into all developments so that together with our clients we can build a better future. We pride ourselves on setting and maintaining high standards and are at the forefront of providing ecological advice. Our team has written guidance and delivered training on BNG and contributed to CIEEM's raising standards documents. We've developed innovative tools to more robustly and efficiently collect and manage ecological data to enable our team to focus on really making a difference. We've provided detailed biodiversity advice to improve NHS hospitals for people and the planet, we're delivering Nature-based solutions for water treatment and flood management and we've over-seen the production of a Local Nature Recovery Strategy. We have a large portfolio of projects and a healthy forward-order book bringing with it fantastic opportunities for Ecologists at all levels. The team in Croydon consists of 8 members and the team in Reading has 4 members ranging from Graduate to Senior Associate Level. We also work very closely with the rest of the Ecology Team. Across the team we have a wide range of skills and licences. Our Croydon Office is well situated close to East Croydon train station. The team has a diverse range of projects from flood defence schemes, BNG strategies, BNG implementation and specialist species surveys. We are undertaking ecological work for Lower Thames Crossing, key infrastructure projects and water companies as well as providing support to numerous Environment Agency schemes. We are also involved with landscape scale planning to deliver nature recovery various clients. Joining our team at Principal Ecologist level you will likely spend the majority of your time office-based but may still get involved in some site work, especially in your area of technical expertise. As the deputy to the Regional Lead, you will have responsibility for staff wellbeing, mentoring, and career development for the Croydon and Reading Ecology Team and will line manage some of the team members. You will work with the Regional Lead, Area Leader and UK Ecology Team Leader to manage utilisation, the appointment of people for specific roles, training and recruitment needs. You will hold regular operational team briefings/meetings for effective team management and communications. The projects you will be working on can span all stages of a project's life cycle, from design conception to implementation; giving opportunities to positively influence scheme design, and enhancements and promote best practice. Although you will be a member of the Croydon ecology team, you will also be connected to a much larger team of ecologists. There are excellent opportunities to progress your career through promotion, as well as develop a key role within our ecology team. The role will suit a dynamic, proactive team-player who wants to work in a growth area of the business and help support the delivery of ecology services in a fast-moving, client-focused, commercial environment. A degree in Ecology (or a directly related subject). An
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
Principal Ecologist (Regional Deputy Team Lead - Croydon/London) Croydon, United Kingdom / London, United Kingdom 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 incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance - we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you're surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to bebrilliant. About the division Environmental and social considerations are central to Mott MacDonald's Purpose and its offerings across all sectors and territories. Our environment and social business provides essential services and innovative solutions which anticipate our clients' needs across all sectors. Overview of the role Mott MacDonald are leading the way in Nature Services and we are looking for people to join our Ecology Team and to play their part in integrating nature into all developments so that together with our clients we can build a better future. We pride ourselves on setting and maintaining high standards and are at the forefront of providing ecological advice. Our team has written guidance and delivered training on BNG and contributed to CIEEM's raising standards documents. We've developed innovative tools to more robustly and efficiently collect and manage ecological data to enable our team to focus on really making a difference. We've provided detailed biodiversity advice to improve NHS hospitals for people and the planet, we're delivering Nature-based solutions for water treatment and flood management and we've over-seen the production of a Local Nature Recovery Strategy. We have a large portfolio of projects and a healthy forward-order book bringing with it fantastic opportunities for Ecologists at all levels. The team in Croydon consists of 8 members and the team in Reading has 4 members ranging from Graduate to Senior Associate Level. We also work very closely with the rest of the Ecology Team. Across the team we have a wide range of skills and licences. Our Croydon Office is well situated close to East Croydon train station. The team has a diverse range of projects from flood defence schemes, BNG strategies, BNG implementation and specialist species surveys. We are undertaking ecological work for Lower Thames Crossing, key infrastructure projects and water companies as well as providing support to numerous Environment Agency schemes. We are also involved with landscape scale planning to deliver nature recovery various clients. Joining our team at Principal Ecologist level you will likely spend the majority of your time office-based but may still get involved in some site work, especially in your area of technical expertise. As the deputy to the Regional Lead, you will have responsibility for staff wellbeing, mentoring, and career development for the Croydon and Reading Ecology Team and will line manage some of the team members. You will work with the Regional Lead, Area Leader and UK Ecology Team Leader to manage utilisation, the appointment of people for specific roles, training and recruitment needs. You will hold regular operational team briefings/meetings for effective team management and communications. The projects you will be working on can span all stages of a project's life cycle, from design conception to implementation; giving opportunities to positively influence scheme design, and enhancements and promote best practice. Although you will be a member of the Croydon ecology team, you will also be connected to a much larger team of ecologists. There are excellent opportunities to progress your career through promotion, as well as develop a key role within our ecology team. The role will suit a dynamic, proactive team-player who wants to work in a growth area of the business and help support the delivery of ecology services in a fast-moving, client-focused, commercial environment. A degree in Ecology (or a directly related subject). An
Mott MacDonald is seeking a Principal Ecologist (Regional Deputy Team Lead) to oversee the Croydon and Reading Ecology Team, with a focus on staff wellbeing, mentoring, and career development. The role combines leadership with hands-on ecological work across diverse projects, including biodiversity and nature-based solutions. Office-based with potential field involvement, in a supportive employee-owned environment.
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
Mott MacDonald is seeking a Principal Ecologist (Regional Deputy Team Lead) to oversee the Croydon and Reading Ecology Team, with a focus on staff wellbeing, mentoring, and career development. The role combines leadership with hands-on ecological work across diverse projects, including biodiversity and nature-based solutions. Office-based with potential field involvement, in a supportive employee-owned environment.
Mott MacDonald in the UK is looking for a Senior Ecologist to join their Nature Services Team. This role involves mentoring junior colleagues, managing various ecological projects, and providing advice that enhances design and best practices. With a focus on ecological consultancy, the ideal candidate will have extensive experience and work on impactful projects across the UK. Additional benefits include a hybrid working policy and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Mott MacDonald in the UK is looking for a Senior Ecologist to join their Nature Services Team. This role involves mentoring junior colleagues, managing various ecological projects, and providing advice that enhances design and best practices. With a focus on ecological consultancy, the ideal candidate will have extensive experience and work on impactful projects across the UK. Additional benefits include a hybrid working policy and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Location/s: Cambridge, Norwich, Croydon, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Liverpool, Manchester, Colwyn Bay; UK Recruiter contact: Andrea Gaffney Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. About the division Environmental and social considerations are central to Mott MacDonald's Purpose and its offerings across all sectors and territories. Our environment and social business provides essential services and innovative solutions which anticipate our clients' needs across all sectors. Overview of the role At Mott MacDonald, we believe nature should be at the heart of every development. As we continue to grow our Nature Services offer, we are looking for talented people to join our Nature Services Team and work with us and our clients to create a better future. We pride ourselves on setting and maintaining high standards and are at the forefront of providing ecological advice. Our team has written guidance and delivered training on BNG and contributed to CIEEM's raising standards documents. We've developed innovative tools to more robustly and efficiently collect and manage ecological data to enable our team to focus on really making a difference. We've provided detailed biodiversity advice to improve NHS hospitals for people and the planet, we're delivering Nature-based solutions for water treatment and flood management and we're over seeing the production of a Local Nature Recovery Strategy. We have a large portfolio of projects and a healthy forward order book bringing with it fantastic opportunities for Ecologists at all levels. Responsibilities Joining our team at Senior Ecologist (Generalist/Botanist/Ornithologist/BNG specialist) you will likely spend time mentoring junior team members, undertaking office based tasks and site surveys/site work. You may work on elements for large sized projects, pulling in appropriate resources as required in liaison with subject matter experts, and ensuring deliverables are on time and delivered to budget. You could also progress your project management experience if this is an area you are keen on. The projects you will be working on can be located across the UK, and span all stages of a project's life cycle, from design conception to implementation; giving opportunities to positively influence scheme design, enhancements and promote best practice. Although you will be part of a city based ecology team, you will also be linked to a wider network of ecologists across the business, offering excellent opportunities for career development and to make a meaningful contribution within our ecology team. The role will suit a dynamic, proactive team player who wants to work in a growth area of the business and help with the delivery of ecology services in a fast moving, client focused, commercial environment. Qualifications A degree in Ecology (or a directly related subject). An additional higher degree would be an advantage Over five years' experience in Ecological Consultancy (or equivalent with transferable skills) A Full Member of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management or equivalent Ability to communicate effectively to multi disciplinary teams, clients and regulators Technical specialism: Ornithologist - has ornithological licensing experience, holding a survey licence for at least one Schedule 1 species Botanist - FISC level 4 or higher BNG - BNG lead experience on projects Species specialist - holds a protected species licence Willingness to travel throughout the UK. Experience of preparing costs and text for bids Experience of ecological clerk of works Proficiency in report writing skills and a track record in acting as a checker / reviewer for ecological deliverables We are recruiting a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. We recognise that differences in ability, skills and experience are a strength and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. 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. 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 future. Hybrid Working We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well being, flexibility, and trust. Equality, diversity, and inclusion We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute. Accessibility We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at and we will talk to you about how we can support you. Benefits We offer some fantastic benefits including: Financial wellbeing We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. Life assurance equal up to 4x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6x your salary. Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long term illness or injury. Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing. As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes. Employee Ownership Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success. Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long term impact and contribution. Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future. For our senior roles you will have a direct pathway towards ownership from day one. Health and wellbeing Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues. Health cash plan to support you with every day health costs and treatments. Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues. A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family. Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too. Lifestyle A minimum of days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme. Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years' service. Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high street retailers. Enhanced family and carers leave Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave. Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay. Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid. Learning and development Primary annual professional institution subscription. A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self development options. Networks, communities, and social outcomes Join a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks which support our LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Location/s: Cambridge, Norwich, Croydon, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Liverpool, Manchester, Colwyn Bay; UK Recruiter contact: Andrea Gaffney Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. About the division Environmental and social considerations are central to Mott MacDonald's Purpose and its offerings across all sectors and territories. Our environment and social business provides essential services and innovative solutions which anticipate our clients' needs across all sectors. Overview of the role At Mott MacDonald, we believe nature should be at the heart of every development. As we continue to grow our Nature Services offer, we are looking for talented people to join our Nature Services Team and work with us and our clients to create a better future. We pride ourselves on setting and maintaining high standards and are at the forefront of providing ecological advice. Our team has written guidance and delivered training on BNG and contributed to CIEEM's raising standards documents. We've developed innovative tools to more robustly and efficiently collect and manage ecological data to enable our team to focus on really making a difference. We've provided detailed biodiversity advice to improve NHS hospitals for people and the planet, we're delivering Nature-based solutions for water treatment and flood management and we're over seeing the production of a Local Nature Recovery Strategy. We have a large portfolio of projects and a healthy forward order book bringing with it fantastic opportunities for Ecologists at all levels. Responsibilities Joining our team at Senior Ecologist (Generalist/Botanist/Ornithologist/BNG specialist) you will likely spend time mentoring junior team members, undertaking office based tasks and site surveys/site work. You may work on elements for large sized projects, pulling in appropriate resources as required in liaison with subject matter experts, and ensuring deliverables are on time and delivered to budget. You could also progress your project management experience if this is an area you are keen on. The projects you will be working on can be located across the UK, and span all stages of a project's life cycle, from design conception to implementation; giving opportunities to positively influence scheme design, enhancements and promote best practice. Although you will be part of a city based ecology team, you will also be linked to a wider network of ecologists across the business, offering excellent opportunities for career development and to make a meaningful contribution within our ecology team. The role will suit a dynamic, proactive team player who wants to work in a growth area of the business and help with the delivery of ecology services in a fast moving, client focused, commercial environment. Qualifications A degree in Ecology (or a directly related subject). An additional higher degree would be an advantage Over five years' experience in Ecological Consultancy (or equivalent with transferable skills) A Full Member of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management or equivalent Ability to communicate effectively to multi disciplinary teams, clients and regulators Technical specialism: Ornithologist - has ornithological licensing experience, holding a survey licence for at least one Schedule 1 species Botanist - FISC level 4 or higher BNG - BNG lead experience on projects Species specialist - holds a protected species licence Willingness to travel throughout the UK. Experience of preparing costs and text for bids Experience of ecological clerk of works Proficiency in report writing skills and a track record in acting as a checker / reviewer for ecological deliverables We are recruiting a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. We recognise that differences in ability, skills and experience are a strength and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. 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. 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 future. Hybrid Working We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well being, flexibility, and trust. Equality, diversity, and inclusion We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute. Accessibility We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at and we will talk to you about how we can support you. Benefits We offer some fantastic benefits including: Financial wellbeing We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. Life assurance equal up to 4x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6x your salary. Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long term illness or injury. Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing. As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes. Employee Ownership Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success. Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long term impact and contribution. Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future. For our senior roles you will have a direct pathway towards ownership from day one. Health and wellbeing Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues. Health cash plan to support you with every day health costs and treatments. Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues. A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family. Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too. Lifestyle A minimum of days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme. Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years' service. Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high street retailers. Enhanced family and carers leave Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave. Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay. Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid. Learning and development Primary annual professional institution subscription. A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self development options. Networks, communities, and social outcomes Join a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks which support our LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities.
Mott MacDonald is seeking a Principal Asset Management Consultant to lead advisory projects in the Healthcare sector. The role involves guiding investment decisions, enhancing asset performance in public sector buildings, and building client relationships. Ideal candidates will have management consultancy experience, especially within the Built Environment, and a strong proficiency in asset management strategies. Join us to drive growth and deliver measurable client outcomes at Mott MacDonald.
May 29, 2026
Full time
Mott MacDonald is seeking a Principal Asset Management Consultant to lead advisory projects in the Healthcare sector. The role involves guiding investment decisions, enhancing asset performance in public sector buildings, and building client relationships. Ideal candidates will have management consultancy experience, especially within the Built Environment, and a strong proficiency in asset management strategies. Join us to drive growth and deliver measurable client outcomes at Mott MacDonald.
Location/s: London, UK Recruiter contact: Alice Roostan Mott MacDonald's Advisory and Programme Delivery (APD) unit delivers project, programme & commercial management as well as advisory services across several sectors. APD supports projects up to £20bn in the built environment, defence, energy and other sectors, using expertise in programme management, project management, cost control, and digital consulting. About the team Asset, Data & Information (ADI) integrates asset management, data and information management to deliver holistic solutions. This structure enhances support for assets, investment planning, lifecycle optimisation and risk-based decision making. Overview of the role The Principal Asset Management Consultant will lead advisory projects in Buildings, particularly Healthcare, providing end to end trusted advice and driving growth of the business through client and internal relationships. You will manage concurrent priorities, oversee junior staff, and bring an established network of contacts to help grow the business and enhance the Mott MacDonald brand. Key deliverables include supporting clients to improve asset condition, performance and compliance across public sector buildings and complex estates, guiding investment decisions and risk management, and delivering measurable outcomes such as safety, value for money, and user experience. The role requires a proactive, analytical, and collaborative approach, with familiarity in lean and agile working, and a passion for asset management excellence. Qualifications and experience Relevant delivery experience in management consultancy or asset management Solid track record working within the Buildings sector, preferably Healthcare in London estates or similar Experience developing and maturing asset management capabilities within organisations Experience assessing, analysing, and presenting asset condition and performance insights to inform decision making Experience supporting or leading asset management strategy, lifecycle plans and investment cases Strong delivery and project management skills, ability to lead projects and manage a team of consultants Desire to develop new skills and expand knowledge across asset management areas Creative problem solving skills and ability to diagnose issues and develop tailored solutions Proven experience supporting clients through key transitions (e.g., project to operations handover, readiness assessments, mobilisation phases) Institute of Asset Management certificate or diploma desirable Relationship building skills to engage at technical and senior levels Ability to interpret data, draw insights and present recommendations clearly Proactive, self motivated, with initiative, leadership and adaptability in autonomous or team settings Experience optimising cost, lifecycle investment and whole life performance Strong communication skills, written and spoken, to prepare concise reports, dashboards or briefings Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation and best practice Travel to the UK is required; international travel may occur occasionally. Offers for this role are conditional upon appropriate Security Clearance. UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. does not provide sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. We welcome candidates eligible for alternative immigration routes. Equality, diversity, and inclusion We promote fair employment procedures and create an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute. Accessibility Support is available for disabled candidates; please contact . Benefits Financial wellbeing We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. Life assurance equal up to 4 basic salary, with option to increase up to 6 salary. Income protection scheme and support for long term illness or injury. Flexible benefits including extended life assurance, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing. Annual bonus schemes shared across the business. Employee Ownership No external investors; shared success culture. Employees have a stake and a voice in the business, with performance bonuses. Career growth gives stake increases recognising long term contribution. Voice matters through direct channels to senior leadership. Senior roles have a direct pathway to ownership from day one. Health and wellbeing Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues. Health cash plan for everyday health costs. Access to Peppy for menopause support. Comprehensive wellbeing program available for employees and families. Salary flex option to extend many health benefits to families. Lifestyle Minimum 33-35 days holiday each year, building on 5th year £35 days. Variety of employee saving schemes and retailer discounts. Enhanced family and carers leave 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave. Two weeks paid paternity/partner leave. Up to 5 additional days leave for significant caring responsibilities, two paid. Learning and development Primary annual professional institution subscription. Opportunities to enhance technical and soft skills via mentoring, formal training, and self development. Networks, communities, and social outcomes Joining Advanced Employee Networks supporting LGBTQ+, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers.
May 29, 2026
Full time
Location/s: London, UK Recruiter contact: Alice Roostan Mott MacDonald's Advisory and Programme Delivery (APD) unit delivers project, programme & commercial management as well as advisory services across several sectors. APD supports projects up to £20bn in the built environment, defence, energy and other sectors, using expertise in programme management, project management, cost control, and digital consulting. About the team Asset, Data & Information (ADI) integrates asset management, data and information management to deliver holistic solutions. This structure enhances support for assets, investment planning, lifecycle optimisation and risk-based decision making. Overview of the role The Principal Asset Management Consultant will lead advisory projects in Buildings, particularly Healthcare, providing end to end trusted advice and driving growth of the business through client and internal relationships. You will manage concurrent priorities, oversee junior staff, and bring an established network of contacts to help grow the business and enhance the Mott MacDonald brand. Key deliverables include supporting clients to improve asset condition, performance and compliance across public sector buildings and complex estates, guiding investment decisions and risk management, and delivering measurable outcomes such as safety, value for money, and user experience. The role requires a proactive, analytical, and collaborative approach, with familiarity in lean and agile working, and a passion for asset management excellence. Qualifications and experience Relevant delivery experience in management consultancy or asset management Solid track record working within the Buildings sector, preferably Healthcare in London estates or similar Experience developing and maturing asset management capabilities within organisations Experience assessing, analysing, and presenting asset condition and performance insights to inform decision making Experience supporting or leading asset management strategy, lifecycle plans and investment cases Strong delivery and project management skills, ability to lead projects and manage a team of consultants Desire to develop new skills and expand knowledge across asset management areas Creative problem solving skills and ability to diagnose issues and develop tailored solutions Proven experience supporting clients through key transitions (e.g., project to operations handover, readiness assessments, mobilisation phases) Institute of Asset Management certificate or diploma desirable Relationship building skills to engage at technical and senior levels Ability to interpret data, draw insights and present recommendations clearly Proactive, self motivated, with initiative, leadership and adaptability in autonomous or team settings Experience optimising cost, lifecycle investment and whole life performance Strong communication skills, written and spoken, to prepare concise reports, dashboards or briefings Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation and best practice Travel to the UK is required; international travel may occur occasionally. Offers for this role are conditional upon appropriate Security Clearance. UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. does not provide sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. We welcome candidates eligible for alternative immigration routes. Equality, diversity, and inclusion We promote fair employment procedures and create an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute. Accessibility Support is available for disabled candidates; please contact . Benefits Financial wellbeing We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. Life assurance equal up to 4 basic salary, with option to increase up to 6 salary. Income protection scheme and support for long term illness or injury. Flexible benefits including extended life assurance, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing. Annual bonus schemes shared across the business. Employee Ownership No external investors; shared success culture. Employees have a stake and a voice in the business, with performance bonuses. Career growth gives stake increases recognising long term contribution. Voice matters through direct channels to senior leadership. Senior roles have a direct pathway to ownership from day one. Health and wellbeing Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues. Health cash plan for everyday health costs. Access to Peppy for menopause support. Comprehensive wellbeing program available for employees and families. Salary flex option to extend many health benefits to families. Lifestyle Minimum 33-35 days holiday each year, building on 5th year £35 days. Variety of employee saving schemes and retailer discounts. Enhanced family and carers leave 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave. Two weeks paid paternity/partner leave. Up to 5 additional days leave for significant caring responsibilities, two paid. Learning and development Primary annual professional institution subscription. Opportunities to enhance technical and soft skills via mentoring, formal training, and self development. Networks, communities, and social outcomes Joining Advanced Employee Networks supporting LGBTQ+, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers.
