2027 Graduate Project Management

Application Process Before making an application, please browse all graduate opportunities available as we will only accept one application per candidate. Once you have made an application you will not be able to make changes to your selection or make a new application. The exception is if we open new vacancies in the new year. We will close for applications on Friday 16th October, with in-person assessment centres being held during the first week of December across four locations - further details in application form. Online strengths-based assessment Application form CVs and cover letters are not required as part of the application process. Candidates will be assessed through a short motivation-based online interview, followed by half-day in-person assessment centre. Job Description Start your career with a global, employee-owned consultancy where your work can make a real difference. At Mott MacDonald, you'll work alongside experts, contribute to meaningful projects, and have the support, learning opportunities, and experience needed to grow your career from day one. As a Graduate Project Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering value for our clients’ projects are ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. You’ll work across a variety of sectors, gaining exposure to diverse project management aspects and best practice including those from the Association for Project Management (APM) and Project Management Institute (PMI). But this is more than just project delivery - it’s about delivering social outcomes and making a difference. Whether it’s improving transport infrastructure, enhancing water systems, or supporting local authorities, your work will have a tangible impact delivering value for communities and the environment. Successful graduates will begin their careers within one of our portfolios and will have opportunities to broaden their experience through collaboration across projects, sectors and portfolios as they develop. Buildings: is a UK and international team delivering construction solutions across public and private sectors. We collaborate with our ecosystem to deliver commercially viable, technically sound outcomes that maximise social, economic, and environmental value for our clients. Defence and Energy: Strive to be our clients' delivery partner of choice, and we are proud to say that our portfolio covers most, if not all, of the major UK clients in both the defence and energy sectors, delivering many of the nation's strategic infrastructure major programmes. Our Water and Environment team works across the UK public and private sectors, providing expert project, programme, commercial management, business transformation, and health and safety services to ensure safe and successful outcomes. You will be involved in projects that improve environmental quality and increase resilience to climate change on the water sector. Our Transport team, including aviation, ports, highways and rail, understand that stakeholder and societal expectations are rising. Projects must now be delivered faster, more cost-effectively, and with greater sustainability - while maintaining zero tolerance for unsafe practices. We proactively identify emerging needs and adapt our services to meet them. What You’ll Gain Growth & Development: Structured learning, mentorship, and support to help you become a Chartered Project Professional. Teamwork & Collaboration: Work alongside passionate, diverse teams who value your voice and ideas. Wellbeing & Support: A culture that prioritises mental health, work-life balance, and personal wellbeing. Integrity & Trust: A workplace built on transparency, responsibility, and ethical decision-making. Celebrating You: We recognise and reward achievements - big and small - because your success is our success. Candidate Specification At Mott MacDonald, we’re looking for curious, motivated graduates who want to make a real difference. Join our purpose-driven teams where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work enhances the world we live in. To be eligible for this opportunity, you will have less than 12 months’ relevant experience (excluding placements ) and have a bachelors degree (obtained no earlier than 2025) or expected to achieve one in 2027. We welcome applications from a broad range of degree disciplines, and are more interested in the skills and perspectives you can bring that in a specific subject, typical degrees may include: Project Management Construction Project Management Engineering discipline Environmental Project Management Business Studies or similar Management or similar In your application, you should aim to demonstrate your genuine interest in both the opportunity and in joining Mott MacDonald. You can do this by highlighting any relevant experience or interests - such as modules you've studied, previous work experience, or any research you've undertaken about our company, values, and projec