Meet Ashley Taylor

BEng (Hons)

Civil

Engineering

}Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers

Engineer(1988-1997)

Part of the design and construction supervision team

Proven project manager who is particularly skilled at maintaining customer focus and managing projects which are multidisciplinary in nature and/or involve a number of stakeholders.

Channel Tunnel, UK

Tsing Ma Bridge, Hong Kong

A20 Folkestone, UK

25km of elevated viaduct, Taiwan

M20Folkestone

Major projects

Ashley Taylorprofile

BEng (Hons) civil engineering

Ashley first joined Mott MacDonald as a graduate in 1988 and has since developed a life-long career with us

Dubai

Croydon

Taiwan

Always challenged, never bored

Start your own journey with us

Senior engineer (1997-2002)

Associate divisional director

(2002-2004)

Divisional director (2002-present)

Experience

> Design and project management> Bridges and railway infrastructure scheme

Job responsibilities include

> Leading team of technical advisors and project managers involved in a wide portfolio of work

> Running of the Birmingham office, including health and safety and operational matters > Director responsible for the delivery of technical advice for the procurement of over 25 university technical colleges

Largest public sector infrastructure project in America

This US $7.3bn rail link from Queens to Manhattan, includes twin 7m diameter tunnels – 15km of tunnelling in all – and a new eight platform terminus deep under Manhattan’s Grand Central Terminal. Mott MacDonald is providing programme and construction management, working for New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority to keep the project on budget and on schedule.

East Side Access, New York, USA

Our civil engineers are involved in almost every facet of development, working to deliver more efficient and sustainable cities, reduce poverty and ill health, make our environment and communities more resilient in the face of climate change, and supporting economic and social growth while conserving natural resources. Graduates will benefit from being part of an organisation which has been named International Consultant of the Decade at the NCE/ACE Consultants of the Decade Awards as well as Global Consultant Award – the fourth time in seven years we’ve claimed this title.

Civil engineering scheme

At the interview with Mott MacDonald I met my manager and a couple of other recent graduates who explained their work and the culture – I knew immediately that this was the right place for me. That was over 10 years ago and it still feels like the right place today.

Hi, I'm Paul, a civil engineer We offer opportunities within

• buildings• environment• geotechnics

• power• transportation• water

Degree disciplines we typically recruit for• engineering science specialising in civil• architectural engineering • coastal engineering • environmental engineering • geotechnical engineering• structural engineering• civil engineering

Our quantity surveyors, cost managers, cost engineers and project managers offer a comprehensive range of services to clients in all sectors of the economy covering infrastructure, energy, education, healthcare, utilities, property and government. Cost certainty skills are fundamental to Mott MacDonald’s total project delivery capability and are backed by a 140 year track record of professional quality. Graduates will have an opportunity to work alongside an award-winning team, and the opportunity to diversify their experience into different sectors.

Project and cost management scheme

I enjoy the variety of work, as the scope for applying sustainability to the delivery of a project or programme is limitless. I can work for different clients around the world, each with different needs and stages of sustainability maturity.

Hi, I'm Samia, a senior project manager

We offer opportunities within• energy• property

• transport• utilities

Degree disciplines we typically recruit for• construction management• project management• quantity surveying• construction economics

The Emirates Arena and Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome, Glasgow, UK

Facilities for the world's top athletes

We provided quantity surveying services for the two venues that were centre-stage at the 2014 Commonwealth Games.

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UK's first coastal defence project using BIM

This scheme is designed to protect the frontage for 100 years and will improve the amenity of the area and aid regeneration.

Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, UK

Environmental scheme

The atmosphere here is particularly vibrant because there are so many like-minded young professionals with whom to share experiences and call if you need advice.

Hi, I'm Neill,a graduate engineer

We offer opportunities within

Degree disciplines we typically recruit for• hydrogeology related subject• environmental related subject• water resource management related subject• flood risk and river management degree• ecology

Managing, protecting and restoring the environment are integral to Mott MacDonald’s services. Our world-leading expertise in environmental services include ecology, environmental impact assessment, landscape architecture, climate change, conservation and biodiversity enhancement, pollution monitoring and remediation, carbon footprinting, flood protection and waste management. Graduates will be working within a diverse and talented team, alongside innovators in their field and potentially even a Nobel Laureate, climate scientist Dr. David Viner.

• environmental consultancy• water resource management

Our consultants work with public and private sector organisations to improve efficiency, enabling them to save money and achieve more. We help streamline project and programme delivery, equipping organisations with the right strategy, staffing and skills to attain and sustain success. Graduates benefit from working for a large multidisciplinary organisation, as our management consultancy skills span a far wider range than many of our principal competitors because our business covers everything from energy, property, telecommunications, transport and utilities to healthcare and education management and central and local government.

Managementconsultancy scheme

Right from the start I got involved in a range of projects and immediately felt valued by the team.

Hi, I'm Abigail,a graduate consultantWe offer opportunities within

Degree disciplines we typically recruit for• business related subject• economics related subject

• education• health

• technology• finance

Hi, I'm Abigail,a graduate consultant

Heathrow Airport Terminal 2B, UKThrough innovation and value engineering, we contributed to savings of six months on schedule and £25M on cost on BAA’s biggest airside project.

We provided award-winning building services design for this 15-level structure, 5000 seat theatre, 300 seat outdoor amphitheatre and shopping mall, where all public spaces are naturally ventilated.

Star Vista, Singapore

GE Fogg Building, Queen Mary University, LondonWe delivered a 70% energy saving by turning an inefficient 1970s structure into one of the UK’s leading low carbon buildings for a cost of only £3.95M.

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Our expert mechanical engineers are essential to a wide range of our projects. They work across power, buildings, transport and water sectors. They’re involved in improving the performance of existing assets and solving new challenges, optimising performance and durability. Graduates will specialise in one of our sectors to design and deliver sustainable solutions within a talented and innovative team.

Mechanical engineering scheme

I am privileged to be part of a company that takes routes to chartered status so seriously. Mott MacDonald’s upGRADe portal has provided me with the structure and guidance I need while I work towards chartership.

Hi, I'm Tariq,a graduate building services engineer

We offer opportunities within• buildings• power

• oil and gas • water

• transportation

Degree disciplines we typically recruit for• engineering science specialising in mechanical• aeronautical engineering • architectural engineering• building services engineering • mechanical engineering

Our world-leading electrical engineers bring innovative expertise to a wide range of our projects. They introduce industry leading systems to building services projects and have delivered the power industry’s most prestigious and challenging assignments. Within our transportation unit, electrical engineers are a fundamental part of the technical team delivering railway systems and infrastructure and within our highly respected water team they provide a diverse range of water sector design services.

Electricalengineering scheme

I am fortunate to work with extremely capable and dedicated senior engineers, whose commitment to work shows the path which I must take to successfully develop my career.

Hi, I'm Humberto, an electrical project engineerWe offer opportunities within

• buildings• power• water

• oil and gas• transportation

• engineering science specialising in electrical• electrical engineering

• architectural engineering• building services engineering• power systems engineering

Degree disciplines we typically recruit for

National Grid in England and WalesWe’re working as part of an alliance of four companies to renew and reinforce transmission cables.

Retrofit Award, Infrastructure Award: Silver Jubilee Bridge

We developed a unique method of providing cathodic protection to arrest corrosion. British Construction Industry Awards, Local Authority Award

Silver Jubilee Bridge, UK

We were the technical and commercial advisor for the East London Line, UK.

London Olympics 2012 transport management: traffic and highway advisor.

With over 100 years’ working in transport we have the experience and expertise to work in all aspects of transport planning. We have professionals working internationally on sustainability-related projects. Our transport planners carry out transport assessments, studies and travel plans on a wide range of projects, and work with organisations such as schools, colleges, hospitals and major employers. In addition, our transport planners are involved in projects such as the development and application of transport models, which includes the application of bespoke software, data manipulation and analysis. Graduates will have an opportunity to work alongside world authorities in their field and potential to work on international projects.

Transport planning scheme

I have travelled to quite a few places in my five years at Mott MacDonald. The most memorable was a nine month project in Abu Dhabi to develop a transport mobility management strategy for the Emirates.

Hi, I'm Alina,a senior transport planner We offer opportunities within

• traffic engineering• transport planning

• transport modelling• town planning

Degree disciplines we typically recruit for• geography• mathematics

• transport plannning• town planning

Hi, I'm Eduard, an aviation planner

As a global management, engineering and development consultancy, the diversity of the sectors we work in is part of what makes us unique. We work across a wide variety of projects and therefore recruit graduates from a range of disciplines.

If you’d like to be part of our exciting organisation but can’t find a scheme that best matches your background and interests, get in touch with our recruitment team and we’ll find the right scheme for you.

Other opportunitites

What I enjoy the most is the variety of work we do, working in airport projects around the world. The exposure you get is unparalleled as you are encouraged to take on responsibilities. The human value of the team, coming from multiple backgrounds, and the atmosphere we create are definitely our greatest assets. You never stop learning from those around you.

Degree disciplines we typically recruit for• business related subject• engineering geology • chemical/process engineering • systems engineering • fire engineering

• human factors or ergonomics• electronics engineering• software engineering• computer science and mathematics• aviation

Hi, I'm Eduard, an aviation planner

Storm damage from Hurricane Sandy, New JerseyWe have worldwide experience in flood refuge and shelter design, post-conflict reconstruction, emergency water supplies and infrastructure, and the management of NGO and community support programmes.

Your developmentmatters to us We want all our people to be the best.

What you'll getExperience of working on a range of exciting projects, developing your technical skills and knowledge alongside supportive colleagues.Support to become professionally qualified.

Accredited schemes include, ICE, IStructE, IET, IMechE, CIBSE, RICS, CIHT, CIWEM and IC all hosted on our award-winning graduate portal upGRADe.

Shape your career from the very beginning; you’ll be enrolled on the unique Mott MacDonald Academy, a four year programme with a focus on your career development plus business and commercial competencies.

Support and guidance from a professional mentor and a dedicated learning and development team.

‘Launch Your Career’ marks the beginning of the Mott MacDonald Academy and provides tools essential to building a successful career.

At the end of the Academy, ‘Drive Your Career’ serves both as a celebration and also sets the direction for future careers.

Access to over 200 online courses and innovative development opportunities, all geared to enhance your skills and knowledge.

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Competitive salary based on your qualifications and office location.

Biannual salary reviews for your first three years with us.

Contributory pensions scheme with the company matching up to 7% of your salary.

22 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.

Flexible benefits including annual leave, season ticket loan, cycle to work, additional critical illness, life insurance and healthcare.

Sport and social activities, subsidised events and trips.

And that's not all.

We also offer >

Work placements

Gaining industry insight helps you to see how your learning can be applied in practice. We therefore offer paid summer internships (6-12 weeks) and industrial placements (8-12 months) across most of our business sectors.

During your placement you will work with experienced teams, giving you the chance to test your technical skills and get a taste of what it’s like to be part of a global consultancy. How involved you get is down to you but the more questions you ask, the better your experience with us will be.

We’ll give you a realistic view of our world so you can decide if it’s the industry you want to work in. We look to recruit those students who have impressed us during their placements onto our graduate scheme, so remember this could be the start of your career with Mott MacDonald.

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(8-12 MONTHS)

SUMMERINTERNSHIP

(6-12 WEEKS)

Our summer internships are during June to September. We have offices across the UK and we encourage you to apply to locations where you will be able to arrange suitable accommodation. Many of our industrial trainees relocate and we provide advice about finding accommodation in the area.

Find out how to apply atwww.mottmac.com/careers/graduate

Application process

All of our schemes and other opportunities are advertised on www.mottmac.com/careers/graduate and we require all students and graduates to apply online.

Our recruitment process runs from October through until the following March. Your application form will be used to match your skills to our needs.

Once you have decided you want to work for us, apply early as we fill positions quickly. Closing dates sometimes change.

On successfully passing the first stage of the recruitment process you will be asked to take an online test and if your application meets our entry criteria it will be circulated to the teams in the sectors and locations where you want to work. If you are short-listed for a role we will contact you to discuss the position and interview process.

Interviews are held in the office where the role is based, giving you an excellent opportunity to meet members of that team. Finally, all that’s left to do is keep an eye on our application page to keep up-to-date with positions and application process developments.

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APPLICATION FORMCIRCULATED IF SUCCESSFUL

SHORT-LISTED FOR INTERVIEW

Format might include:

• interview • written exercise• presentation• ability testing

Remember:

Interviews are a two-way process and give you a chance to establish if you would like to join us.

WWW.MOTTMAC.COM/CAREERS/GRADUATE

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I wish you success in finding the right path

for you, and starting an exciting personal and professional journey.

Keith Howells, Chairman