Digital Lead

Digital Lead

Location:

Flexible (agile) but preferred to be based in the south of England, near regional hubs (Durham, Skipton, Leeds, Shifnal, Newport, Reading, Peterborough).

What you will be doing:

• Accelerate Digital Transformation: Support MMB and JNB businesses by embedding digital processes and technology.
• Accountability: Responsible for digital delivery performance, measured by adoption and business-impact targets.
• Cutting-Edge Digital Delivery: Work with the latest hardware and software in a design and construction business.
• Expert Resource: Be accessible and visible to operational teams.
• Client Support: Help clients in their digital transformation by aligning projects and initiatives with their desired outcomes.

Who we’re looking for…

• Digital advocate: Passionate about expanding digital delivery and convincing others to adopt it.
• Experience: Proven track record in delivering projects using digital technology.
• Knowledge: Project technology landscape in digital construction.
• Engagement Skills: Ability to engage diverse groups, from site workers to directors.

The essentials…

• Higher education to degree level or equivalent
• Proficiency in Office 365 and commitment to using technologies effectively
• Can evidence project management experience
• Strong communication skills

Optional (one or more) …

• Experience as a site manager, engineer, or surveyor using technologies like total stations, GPS, LiDAR, etc.
• Design experience with Autodesk BIM Software (e.g., Revit, Civil 3D, Plant 3D, Navisworks).
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS or similar GIS systems.
• Data science background or experience with Microsoft Power Platform, including Power BI.
• Automation background or experience with programming languages like Python or tools like Dynamo.

Other information

This is a Mott MacDonald Bentley role, employed by Mott MacDonald.
Mott MacDonald Bentley is a joint venture business, established in 1999 between civil engineering contractor JN Bentley and global management consultancy, Mott MacDonald.

Mott MacDonald Bentley offers fully integrated design and build services to its clients, combining the contracting expertise of JN Bentley and the design specialisms of Mott MacDonald.

This role is employed by Mott MacDonald but will involve working across the joint venture business, both with Mott MacDonald and JN Bentley colleagues.

About Mott MacDonald
Mott MacDonald is 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.

We believe that because we care about what we do, we do things better.
We know that our people are our most valuable asset, so we are dedicated to investing in them, through our comprehensive training and development schemes, exposure to the wider design and build business and endless opportunities.

We are committed to creating a workplace where our people are safe, have a voice, can reach their full potential, and everyone shares in the rewards.

You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that benefit our communities – from helping to secure water supplies for future generations to protecting homes and businesses from flood risk – our projects make a real difference.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
A Mott MacDonald Bentley we welcome applications from all sectors of the community. We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace where everyone feels included, has the opportunity to thrive, and is treated with respect.

Even if you don’t meet every requirement for this role but are excited about the opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Find out more about our approach to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion here: https://www.mottmacbentley.co.uk/people.

We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment practices are barrier-free and as inclusive as possible. This includes making adjustments during the job application process and throughout your future career with us. Please call 01756 691572 or email recruitment@jnbentley.co.uk to discuss any such adjustments that we can make. You can read more about our Equal Opportunities Policy here: Equality, diversity and inclusion - Mott MacDonald

Agile working
We are committed to providing a flexible and agile working environment that supports both our employees and the needs of the business.