Graduate Net Zero Consultant 2023

Mott MacDonald’s Net Zero Carbon and Sustainability team is growing rapidly, and we are delighted to be seeking highly motivated individuals to join our team of sustainability and carbon management professionals.
Decarbonisation of our buildings and infrastructure is one of the biggest challenges of our generation and the role offers excellent career opportunities to help drive a fundamental shift in how we and our clients develop, and deliver, projects which prioritise whole life energy and carbon performance.

As part of a dedicated team, you will be joining industry specialists already supporting clients at the forefront of net zero carbon policy and delivery programmes, throughout the UK and potentially abroad. Existing work portfolios include: building, masterplan and infrastructure sustainability appraisals; estate energy and carbon strategies; building energy efficiency programmes and net zero technology innovation programmes.

The role will be based in our Buildings and Infrastructure business unit, with offices located across the UK. The role is expected to interface with the breadth of engineering and consultancy services across Mott MacDonald, including energy, industry, cities, education, cost consultancy and project management specialists, enabling a ‘whole system’ overview of net zero carbon futures.

This will be a client-facing role and will be heavily involved in design team meetings and workshops where you will be expected to provide advice on net zero carbon, climate change, sustainability and sustainable design issues.
Through your gained experience we will be striving to get you confident in contributing to appraisals and strategies, as well as discipline integration, working closely with various project team members, working towards directly independently liaising with clients, project sponsors and key project stakeholders.

The role will be providing consultancy advice to clients and will involve:

• Supporting in the development of technical solutions and strategies to help the Buildings and Infrastructure sector meet governmental and local net zero carbon targets
• Technical coordination and project management across the various specialisms for carbon, sustainability and climate advisory to help deliver projects, ensuring the production of deliverables to agreed timelines and within budget
• Development of policy, standards and frameworks regarding net zero carbon, sustainability and climate change
• Help clients align their policies and processes to national Net Zero legislation, as well as local planning policy, helping them understand what it means for them, and how to ensure that current and future projects meet these objectives
• Interfacing net zero carbon advisory with wider buildings and infrastructure outcome needs, such as environmental parameters to achieve enhanced social outcomes and whole life cost effectiveness in operation.

The role will include occasional travel to client locations throughout the UK, involving occasional overnight accommodation.

Candidate Specification

We are looking for committed and motivated graduates with a genuine passion and a desire to make a difference in the world. If this describes you, apply today to launch your career at Mott MacDonald.

To be eligible for this opportunity, you will have less than 12 months relevant experience and have a degree or are expected to achieve one of the following degree disciplines:

• Engineering
• Sustainability
• Energy
• Carbon Management
• Geography
• Project Management
• Environmental Science or any related disciplines

In your application you should be able to demonstrate your interest in the role and working at Mott MacDonald through relevant experience, such as studying relevant modules, or previous work experience.

We are looking for graduates with the following characteristics:

• Methodical approach to problem solving.
• Ability to use your initiative to undertake tasks efficiently and independently.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, which allow you to confidently liaise with clients and team members.
• Excellent written communication and attention to detail and be able to demonstrate accurate technical drawings and good report writing.

As we want the best people for the role, we support flexible working.
Please ask us at interview stage about any flexibility you may need.

Job Profile

About your development

A graduate position should be more than just a job. We know this and so do you. That’s why with our graduate roles, we aim to give you the experience and technical knowledge you need to progress your career.

From the moment you join us, you’ll receive the training you need. You will be assigned a chartered mentor, who will guide you to meet the objectives of your professional training agreement. We’ll support you on your journey to gaining chartered status with your chosen institution.

What else is involved?

You’ll be enrolled onto Accelerate Your Future, a structured three-year soft-skills development programme which develops the strengths that we know graduates need to be successful at Mott MacDonald. It also gives you the opportunity to network and meet other graduates in your cohort. The programme is a mix of residential events, classroom-based learning, virtual webinars, and CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) challenges. We understand that each person’s career goals vary, therefore we tailor make each individual’s development programme to suit them. With our vast library of e-learning courses available to you, you can choose which direction you want your career to go in.

You will have the opportunity to make a difference; learn more about our Social Outcomes and the difference we can make!

Did you know that Mott MacDonald are Work180 accredited – which means we actively support and encourage women to join our work force!

You’re probably wondering what else is on offer. Join us, and you’ll get:

• Biannual salary reviews: we believe that hard work should be rewarded and recognised. Therefore, for the first three years of your career with us, you’ll have biannual salary reviews.
• A competitive salary: in addition to biannual reviews, we will ensure that you’re given a salary that matches the current industry standard.
• Contributory pension up to 7% of your salary: we have the best people on our team, and we like to look out for them. With our support, you’ll have all the advice and options you need to be able to invest in your future.
• A flexible benefits scheme: our company is made up of a range of different people and we understand that different people want different things. That’s why with our flexible plan, you’ll have the ability to manage the range of benefits we have on offer, to suit your specific needs.

Our social side

Being part of Mott MacDonald means more than just work, there’s a huge range of fun and exciting things that you can get involved in.

From the moment you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your social and professional network, whether it’s meeting other graduates or joining forces with other members of staff from around the company at our annual sports day. Each of our offices have a sports and social committee which will give you the chance to be part of a variety of sports, social and charity events. We’re committed to promoting a strong culture of social responsibility and encourage our staff to play active roles in the local community.

It's worth noting that sports and social committees tend to vary from office to office, so as well as getting involved in what’s already on offer, don’t be afraid to suggest new events or initiatives that you think could be a great addition.

It doesn’t stop there. As well as events, you’ll also have access to discounts on cinema tickets, travel, fashion, utilities and much more as part of our company benefits which you can take advantage of the moment you join.

Other Information

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 have the opportunity to contribute.

Agile working

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust.

More about 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 differences and striving to meet their needs.
Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence