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2026 UK Graduate Ports Project Manager Career Path : Transport

2026 UK Graduate Ports Project Manager Career Path : Transport

targetjobs UKCroydon Gore, Southland, New Zealand
4 days ago
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Are you ready to shape a better tomorrow? Join us as a Graduate Project Manager and become part of a team that’s passionate about creating meaningful change through Port and Coastal projects that serve communities and protect our planet. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for talented graduates to join our collaborative and inclusive teams across the UK. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals in technical advisory, design management, and project management, contributing to projects that make a real difference – from transforming public buildings to supporting the transition to net zero.

Why Join Us

  • Purpose-Driven Work : Our projects improve public services and enhance everyday life. We partner with national and local government departments, developers, investors, and infrastructure operators to deliver impactful solutions.
  • Supportive Environment : You’ll be part of a caring and empowering culture that values your wellbeing and personal growth. We celebrate achievements and encourage continuous learning.
  • Inclusive & Collaborative Teams : Diversity is our strength. We foster a workplace where everyone feels respected, heard, and supported.
  • Opportunities for Growth : From day one, you’ll be trusted with meaningful responsibilities and supported through a structured development programme.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Engaging with clients, end users, statutory bodies, and stakeholders
  • Project programming and financial planning
  • Feasibility studies and options appraisals
  • Contract administration and design coordination
  • Building trusted relationships with clients and colleagues
  • Supporting and learning from experienced consultants
  • We have opportunities in Croydon.

    Eligibility Criteria

    To Be Eligible For This Opportunity, You Will Have Relevant Experience (excluding Placements) And Have a Minimum Of a Bachelor’s Degree (obtained no Earlier Than 2024) Or Expected To Achieve One, In One Of The Following Degree Disciplines

  • Any engineering
  • Project management
  • Coastal science
  • Geography
  • 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 Are Looking For Graduates With The Following Strengths

  • Proactively takes initiative to complete tasks efficiently and independently.
  • Communicates effectively and clearly with clients and colleagues.
  • Delivers high quality written work with great attention to detail and clarity.
  • Demonstrates a structured and analytical approach to problem solving.
  • Development and Benefits

    Mott MacDonald Ltd. is not able to provide visa sponsorship through the UK Skilled Worker route at this time. This is due to changes made by the UK Government in April 2024.

    Our ethos is to develop, train and retain our graduates and therefore we are looking for a long-term relationship with our graduates.

    About Your Development

  • Biannual salary reviews : we believe that hard work should be rewarded and recognised. Therefore, for the first three years of your career with us, you’ll have biannual salary reviews.
  • A competitive salary : in addition to biannual reviews, we will ensure that you’re given a salary that matches the current industry standard.
  • Contributory pension up to 7% of your salary : we have the best people on our team, and we like to look out for them. With our support, you’ll have all the advice and options you need to be able to invest in your future.
  • An adaptable benefits scheme : our company is made up of a range of different people, and we understand that different people want different things. That’s why with our adaptable plan, you’ll have the ability to manage the range of benefits we have on offer, to suit your specific needs.
  • Our social side

    Being part of Mott MacDonald means more than just work; there’s a huge range of fun and exciting things that you can get involved in.

    From the moment you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your social and professional network, whether it’s meeting other graduates or joining forces with other members of staff from around the company at our annual sports day. Each of our offices have a sports and social committee which will give you the chance to be part of a variety of sports, social and charity events. We’re committed to promoting a solid culture of social responsibility and encourage our staff to play active roles in the local community.

    It's worth noting that sports and social committees tend to vary from office to office, so as well as getting involved in what’s already on offer, don’t be afraid to suggest new events or initiatives that you think could be a great addition. It doesn’t stop there. As well as events, you’ll also have access to discounts on cinema tickets, travel, fashion, utilities and much more as part of our company benefits which you can take advantage of the moment you join.

    Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

    We 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 have the opportunity to contribute.

    Agile Working

    At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, adaptability and trust.

    More about Mott MacDonald

    We’re a global engineering, management and development consultancy. Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities. A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs. Our values : progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence.

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