Structural Engineer
Equity & Inclusiona Mott Macdonald Bentley
Job at a glance
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. Working for Mott MacDonald Bentley, you will work on major water and wastewater schemes throughout all phases of the project from feasibility through to construction. With an annual turnover surpassing £500 million, Mott Macdonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry.
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 - and sees us bring our track record of innovative project delivery to the south west of England for the very first time.
We've got a great opportunity to be innovative and creative in these new projects to deliver affordable solutions. We're already on site supporting the completion of an existing project and we're due to land new projects on site in 2025 as we continue to demonstrate to our client just what MMB is all about. You will work on projects that make a real difference to our environment and our communities.
Working primarily in the UK water market, MMB provides the feasibility, design, construction, and commissioning services needed to keep water flowing and wastewater treated. You'll work on projects that make a real difference to our environment and our communities by enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of water and wastewater treatment systems. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the structural functions throughout the lifecycle of various projects.
From concept design to commissioning, you will ensure that all civil aspects are meticulously considered and integrated. As a Structural Engineer your responsibilities will include: - Preparing and reviewing designs for schemes and ensuring all designs are fit for purpose and meet current legislation and standards. - Preparing detailed structural calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports.
- Conducting site inspections and assessing existing structures for repair and/or replacement - Producing and reviewing technical specifications and schedules for procurement activities, reviewing supplier tender bids and technical submissions. - Understanding, applying and contributing to design standards with a good knowledge of Client and industry standards. - Be able to appropriately challenge Client specifications and present and defend solutions to complex problems.
- Identifying opportunities to improve delivery processes including development and implementation of standard designs, sustainable solutions, and digital tools. - Acting as technical checker on project documents and undertaking technical reviews for projects across teams. - Managing the interfaces and integration of the design with that of other disciplines and production of documentation. - Able to actively seek input from other engineers, specialists, client and project team members to improve understanding and deliver fit for purpose solutions.
- Working closely and collaboratively with the commercial, operational and construction teams to develop efficient, practical and safe solutions throughout design stages, construction and beyond. - Supervising and mentoring our Graduates and Engineers assisting them to develop their knowledge and skills. - Positively engage with the client, managing relationships and adopting a one-team approach to supporting them in achieving their aims.
Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or related field. - Chartered member of professional institution e.g ICE, IMechE, etc, or equivalent experience. - Experience with water, or wast