Mott MacDonald


Mott MacDonald is an employee-owned engineering, development and management consultancy, with more than 20,000 people in over 50 countries. We plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings and wider infrastructure that is integral to people’s daily lives. Our core strength is using our expertise to overcome complex challenges, for the benefit of our clients and the communities they serve.
Independent in thought and action, we advise what is genuinely right for our clients, our staff, and communities – not what is easy. We want to do a great job for everyone involved, while offering excellent opportunities for placement students and graduates.
Our engineers, environmentalists, and project managers take leading roles on some of the world’s highest profile projects, turning obstacles into elegant, sustainable solutions. By challenging norms and unlocking creativity, we deliver long-lasting economic, environmental and social outcomes for societies around the globe. Yet design and management are just the tip of a deep iceberg.
Whatever your career goals are, you can be confident that Mott MacDonald will help you meet your ambitions and beyond.
Excel with our graduate career paths:
Put your hard-earned degree to good use by following one our award-winning graduate career paths. You'll learn fast, train hard and do work you truly believe in – all with mentorship from industry experts.
Succeed with a student placement:
If you want your career to really make a difference in the world, a placement with Mott MacDonald is a great place to start. Join us for a 8-10 weeks in the summer or a full year during your undergraduate studies and prepare to work with peers and professionals to gain crucial, hands-on sector experience. It's the perfect route into one of our graduate schemes too.
Live opportunities
2027 UK Graduate Climate and Sustainability Consultancy Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Cost and Carbon Intelligence Consultancy Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Management Consultancy Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Project Management Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Project Planning Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Quantity Surveying Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Risk Analysis Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Social Impact and Social Value Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Project Management Career Path: Social Infrastructure
2027 UK Graduate Air Quality Consulting Career Path: Energy
2027 UK Graduate Asset Management Consultant Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Civil and Structural Engineering Career Path: Buildings
2027 UK Graduate Civil and Structural Engineering Career Path: Transport
2027 UK Graduate Civil and Structural Engineering Career Path: Water
2027 UK Graduate Coastal Engineering Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Coastal Science Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Consultancy Career Path: Net Zero Buildings
2027 UK Graduate Control and Instrumentation Engineering Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Electrical Building Services Engineering Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Electrical Engineering Career Path: Transport
2027 UK Graduate Electrical Engineering Career Path: Water
2027 UK Graduate Engineering Geology and Geotechnical Engineering Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Facilities Management Consultancy Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Flood Risk and Water Resources Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Hydraulic Engineer Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Mechanical Building Services Engineering Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Project Management Career Path: Transport
2027 UK Graduate Radioactive Waste Consulting Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Technical Project Management Career Path: Buildings
2027 UK Graduate Technical Project Management Career Path: Energy
2027 UK Graduate Transport Planning and Modelling Career Path
2027 UK Graduate Wastewater Network Modeller Career Path
Discover your future with Mott MacDonald
Join our water and environment graduate careers webinar. Are you passionate about shaping a better world? Join us for an inspiring online event designed just for you. Whether you’re in your final year of a degree, just starting your postgraduate journey or have less than a year of work experience, this is your chance to explore what’s possible. We’re open to candidates from a wide range of backgrounds, e.g. geography, engineering, maths, ecology. If you’re curious about how your degree could lead to a meaningful career, come and hear about our opportunities. Why you should join Hear from our grads and leaders – Real stories, real journeys. Explore our projects – From local impact to global change. Find your fit – Opportunities for a wide range of degree backgrounds. Ask us anything – Chat with our teams about career paths, growth and support. Get inspired – Discover why Mott MacDonald is a great place to start and to grow. Register your interest We’re excited to meet you. Come and say hello, ask questions and explore how your future could unfold with us.
Future Female Engineers
Your Future in Engineering Starts HereCalling all female and non-binary engineering students! Whether you're exploring your options, looking for opportunities, or preparing to launch your career, Future Female Engineers is designed to help you take the next step with confidence. Join us for an inspiring day of networking, career development and meaningful conversations with employers who are committed to creating a more inclusive future for engineering. What You Can ExpectMeet Inclusive Employers Connect with organisations actively recruiting engineering talent and committed to supporting women and non-binary engineers to thrive. Gain Real Insights Learn from engineers at every stage of their careers, from recent graduates to industry leaders, as they share their experiences, insights and advice for succeeding in engineering. Build Your Confidence Receive practical advice on applications, interviews, assessment centres and how to stand out in the competitive world of engineering. Explore Opportunities Discover placements, graduate programmes and early-career opportunities with some of the UK’s top engineering employers.







