Asset Management Advisor

OverviewJoin to apply for the Asset Management Advisor role at Mott MacDonald.Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across global industries, delivering work that defines our future and makes a societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance – we succeed when they do. We offer opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, with a culture that values empowerment and inclusion. This is an employee-owned business that aims to create the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. About The Business DivisionThe Water Utilities Division is Mott MacDonald’s centre of excellence for responding to the UK and Ireland\'s water and wastewater challenges. We work across the full project life cycle, from advisory services and feasibility studies to outline and detailed design, delivering best-in-class solutions for clients while offering diverse opportunities to our people.Overview Of The RoleAre you motivated to help the water sector become more efficient and effective while protecting the environment? Are you passionate about sustainability and eager to support the sector in becoming Net Zero and resilient to climate change? Do you enjoy multidisciplinary teamwork and learning on the job? Are you seeking the opportunity to deliver projects that make a difference? If yes, we want to hear from youThe Asset Management And Infrastructure Planning Team is one of five sub-sectors within our Water Consultancy Division, employing around 600 people across the UK. We work in the water sector and with other infrastructure providers in the UK and internationally in the following areas:Water resource investment planningWastewater and bioresources investment planningStrategic asset management and business planningTechnical assurance of operational performance and business casesCarbon and net zero appraisal and strategic planningIntegrated systems managementData analytics and decision support toolsContract’s appraisal (NEC, PPP)We are looking for motivated professionals, with at least 5 years of asset management experience preferably in the water sector, to join our team based in the UK. The ideal candidate will have a desire for a long-term career in asset management, becoming a Member of the Institute of Asset Management and managing their own projects.Key Responsibilities And DutiesAssist the technical delivery of asset management advisory projects, including frequent interaction with clients and working from within client environmentsContribute to the development of project outputs, including investment business cases and reportsSupport business development activities, including client engagement, preparing and managing project proposalsFacilitate asset management capability assessments and identifying areas for improvementSupport project and budget management, including team coordination and ensuring compliance with PM proceduresUndertake identified training to support technical excellencePerform data analysis to support project deliveryCandidate specificationYou Will Have Experience In The FollowingAsset planning or asset strategyRisk assessment and managementInvestment appraisal or cost benefit analysisInvestment planning or investment programme optimisationResilience assessment and planningDeveloping decision support toolsPerformance monitoring/reportingSome experience/knowledge of ISO 55000 or another ISO standardEssentialDegree qualified in an environmental or other relevant subjectChartership recently achieved through a relevant organisation (ICE, CIWEM or similar), or working at an equivalent level with demonstrable progress towards ChartershipIndustry experience in asset management, ideally in a water company or consultancyCritical thinking and analytical skillsStrong interpersonal, communication and writing skills. This would include the ability to review complex documents, summarise and present the key issues in a clear and concise way.Project management, client liaison and consulting skillsWillingness to undertake assignments throughout the UK, as well as short international visitsDesiredCertificate or Diploma in Asset Management from the Institute of Asset ManagementAssurance/audit experience including experience of ISO auditingCommercial awareness and project proposal preparationOrganisational change managementChartership with a relevant environmental or asset management professional institutionIndustry experience and/or willingness to actively embrace on and off the job training in additional areas such as decarbonisation, climate resilience, systems thinking, nature-based solutions and/or circular economyA broader awareness of other environmental and social disciplinesUK ImmigrationMott 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. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.Equality, diversity, and inclusionWe 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 can contribute.AccessibilityWe want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. 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 talk to you about how we can support you.Agile workingWe are happy to talk openly about flexible working and how we can support your responsibilities beyond the workplace.BenefitsWe offer some fantastic benefits including:Health and wellbeing: Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues; Health cash plan; Access to Peppy for menopause support; Wellbeing program; Flexible benefits including salary sacrifice for health benefits.Financial wellbeing: Pension contributions matched; Life assurance up to 4x salary; Income protection; Flexible benefits; Bonus schemes.Lifestyle: 33-35 days holiday; Holiday entitlement increases after 5 years; Employee saving schemes and discounts.Enhanced family and carers leave: Maternity/adoption leave, shared parental leave, caring leave.Learning and development: Professional subscription; mentoring and training opportunities.Networks and social outcomes: Employee networks and community programs.LocationsLocation(s): Cambridge, Bristol, London, Leeds, Manchester, Reading, Cardiff, Brighton. Contract Type: Permanent. Work Pattern: Full Time. Market: Water. Discipline: Water. Job Ref: 11856. Recruiter Contact: Cassidy Browne #J-18808-Ljbffr