Asset Management Advisor

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management and development consultancy with more than 20,000 employees in over 50 countries and 140+ offices. Our work spans a wide range of industries, delivering projects that define our future and make an important societal impact in the communities we serve. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. As an employee‑owned business, we invest in creating a space where everyone feels empowered, included and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant. About the Business Division The Water Utilities Division is Mott MacDonald’s centre of excellence for responding to the UK and Ireland’s water and wastewater challenges. Our multidisciplinary teams provide services throughout the full project life cycle, from advisory services and feasibility studies to outline and detailed design. Together we deliver best‑in‑class solutions while offering diverse, technically stimulating opportunities to our people. Overview of the Role Are you motivated to support the water sector become more efficient and effective while protecting the environment? Are you passionate about sustainability and eager to help the water sector achieve Net Zero and climate resilience? Do you enjoy working within multidisciplinary teams and learning on the job? Are you seeking the opportunity to deliver projects that make a difference? Then we want to hear from you The Asset Management and Infrastructure Planning Team is one of five sub‑sectors within our Water Consultancy Division, employing around 600 people across the UK. Key Responsibilities and Duties Assist the technical delivery of asset management advisory projects, including frequent interaction with clients and working from within client environments. Contribute to the development of project outputs, including investment business cases and reports. Support business development activities, including client engagement and preparing and managing project proposals. Facilitate asset management capability assessments and identify areas for improvement. Support project and budget management, including team coordination and ensuring compliance with PM procedures. Undertake identified training to support technical excellence. Perform data analysis to support project delivery. You Will Have Experience In the Following Asset planning or asset strategy Risk assessment and management Investment appraisal or cost‑benefit analysis Investment planning or investment programme optimisation Resilience assessment and planning Developing decision support tools Performance monitoring and reporting Some experience or knowledge of ISO 55000 or another ISO standard Essential Qualifications Degree qualified in an environmental or other relevant subject. Chartership recently achieved through a relevant organisation (ICE, CIWEM or similar), or working at an equivalent level with demonstrable progress towards chartership. Industry experience in asset management, ideally in a water company or consultancy. Critical thinking and analytical skills. Strong interpersonal, communication and writing skills, including the ability to review complex documents and present key issues clearly. Project management, client liaison and consulting skills. Willingness to undertake assignments throughout the UK, as well as short international visits. Desired Qualifications Certificate or Diploma in Asset Management from the Institute of Asset Management. Assurance or audit experience, including ISO auditing. Commercial awareness and project proposal preparation. Organisational change management experience. Chartership with a relevant environmental or asset management professional institution. Willingness to embrace training in decarbonisation, climate resilience, systems thinking, nature‑based solutions or circular economy. A broader awareness of other environmental and social disciplines. UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes that do not require sponsorship. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business. We encourage individual expression and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute. Accessibility If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we will discuss how we can support you. Agile Working We’re happy to talk openly about flexible working and how we can support your responsibilities beyond the workplace. Benefits Health and Wellbeing Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues. Health cash plan to support everyday health costs and treatments. Access to a menopause support programme for all UK colleagues. A variety of wellbeing support available through our comprehensive wellbeing programme, including access for you and your family. Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family. Financial Wellbeing We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. Life assurance up to 4× basic salary, with the option to increase coverage to 6× salary. Income protection scheme providing a financial benefit and support due to long‑term illness or injury. Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance, critical illness insurance, payroll savings and will writing. A profit‑sharing bonus scheme as part of our independent ownership model. Lifestyle Minimum of 33‑35 days holiday each year, including public holidays, with the ability to buy or sell leave. Holiday entitlement increases to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years of service. Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high‑street retailers. Enhanced Family and Carers Leave 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave. Full‑pay shared parental leave up to 24 weeks. Up to five additional days leave for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid. Learning and Development Primary annual professional institution subscription. Opportunities to enhance technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training and self‑development options. Networks, Communities and Social Outcomes Wide range of employee networks supporting LGBTQ+, gender, race, ethnicity, disability and parents/carers communities. Opportunities to contribute within our communities through social outcomes projects. Location(s): Cambridge, Reading, Brighton, Cardiff, London, Leeds, Manchester, Bristol Contract Type: Permanent Work Pattern: Full Time Market: Water Discipline: Water Job Ref: 11856 Recruiter Contact: Cassidy Browne #J-18808-Ljbffr