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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. 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 projects. We personally review every completed application form we receive as this part of our selection process is entirely human led – we do not use AI tools at this stage and kindly ask you not to either. We want you to answer each application question with authenticity so we can get to know the real you. Joining us as a graduate is your opportunity to shape your own story. 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. At Mott MacDonald, we believe in the power of data, collaboration, and purpose to drive meaningful change. As a Graduate Cost and Carbon Intelligence Consultant, you’ll be part of a passionate team committed to building a more sustainable, equitable future. You’ll work on transformative infrastructure projects across water, transport, energy, and the environment, helping clients make informed decisions that reduce carbon, optimise costs, and create lasting societal impact. This is more than a job - it’s a chance to grow, contribute, and thrive in a supportive environment where your voice matters and your wellbeing is prioritised. Your Impactful Contribution: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to capture, validate, and analyse cost and carbon data across project lifecycles. Ensure contractor data aligns with client standards, promoting transparency and consistency. Apply yardsticks and allocate costs to assets with precision and integrity. Maintain and enhance databases, ensuring they reflect evolving standards and inflationary trends. Create compelling reports and visualisations that empower clients to make data-driven, sustainable choices. Drive innovation by continuously improving data capture methodologies and tools. What We Offer You: A structured graduate development programme with mentoring, training, and clear pathways for growth. Opportunities to work on global projects and learn from diverse, inclusive teams. Agile working options to support your personal wellbeing and work-life balance. A culture that celebrates achievements, values every voice, and fosters belonging. The chance to make a real difference - helping shape resilient, low-carbon infrastructure that benefits communities for generations. At Mott MacDonald, we don’t just build infrastructure—we build trust, empower people, and create positive change. If you’re ready to start your career with purpose, we’d love to hear from you. 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 bachelor’s degree (obtained no earlier than 2025) or expected to achieve one in a subject related to one of the following degree disciplines: Quantity Surveying Business Economics Mathematics Business Analytics We are looking for graduates with the following strengths: Takes initiative and ownership, delivering work proactively and efficiently. Communicates clearly and builds effective relationships with clients and colleagues. Produces high-quality written work with strong attention to detail and clarity. Applies structured, analytical and data-driven thinking to solve problems and support decision-making. 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. Our ethos is to develop, tra