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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # 2027 UK Graduate Consultancy Career Path: Net Zero Buildings - **Company:** Mott MacDonald - **Location:** Bristol, UK - **Experience:** Starter - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis - **Published:** September 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=2a4ac22bcbc8ba71 ## About the Role We're seeking graduates who are passionate about sustainability, motivated by solving complex challenges, and inspired by the opportunity to make a meaningful difference., At Mott MacDonald, we're looking for curious, motivated graduates who want to make a real difference. Join our purpose-driven teams where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work enhances the world we live in. To be eligible for this opportunity, you will have less than 12 months' relevant experience (excluding placements) and have a bachelors degree (obtained no earlier than 2025) or expected to achieve one of the following degree disciplines: * Energy Engineering * Environmental Engineering * Mechanical Engineering * Building Services Engineering * Sustainability and Environmental Management * Renewable Energy * Environmental Science * Geography * Physics * Climate Change and Sustainability * Or a related discipline 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 personally review every completed application form we receive as this part of our selection process is entirely human led - we do not use AI tools at this stage and kindly ask you not to either. We want you to answer each application question with authenticity so we can get to know the real you. Joining us as a graduate is your opportunity to shape your own story. 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 strong attention to detail and clarity. ## Description As a Graduate Net Zero Consultant, you'll work alongside experienced advisors, engineers, and sustainability specialists on a diverse portfolio of projects across public and private sector buildings. You'll be encouraged to develop your technical expertise, broaden your understanding of the energy and sustainability landscape, and contribute fresh ideas that help shape innovative solutions. Through structured development, mentoring, and hands-on project experience, you'll gain the skills, confidence, and experience needed to grow into a trusted sustainability professional. You'll support clients in understanding their carbon footprint, identifying opportunities for improvement, and developing strategies that deliver measurable environmental, social, and economic benefits. What You'll Do As part of our collaborative and multidisciplinary team, you'll help clients navigate their journey to net zero by supporting a wide range of technical and strategic projects. Your responsibilities may include: * Supporting the development of energy strategies and decarbonisation pathways for buildings projects * Assisting with energy audits and site assessments to identify opportunities for improved efficiency and carbon reduction. * Evaluating low and zero-carbon technologies, including heat pumps, heat networks, solar PV, renewable energy systems, and emerging technologies. * Undertaking operational and embodied carbon assessments for new and existing developments. * Supporting whole-life carbon and lifecycle assessments to better understand and reduce environmental impacts across Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. * Assisting in the preparation of technical reports, energy studies, feasibility assessments, and client presentations. * Supporting clients in setting ambitious yet achievable net zero goals and developing practical action plans to deliver them. * Contributing to sustainability certification assessments and frameworks, including BREEAM and other recognised standards. * Analysing technical and financial data to help clients make informed investment decisions. * Working collaboratively with engineers, planners, economists, asset managers, and sustainability specialists to deliver integrated solutions. Why This Role Matters Organisations across the world are seeking practical ways to reduce carbon emissions, improve resilience, and respond to climate change. The decisions made today will shape the environmental legacy we leave for future generations. As a Graduate Net Zero Consultant, you'll help: * Accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy. * Reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. * Improve the sustainability and resilience of the built environment. * Support responsible investment and long-term environmental stewardship. * Deliver positive outcomes for communities, organisations, and the wider society. * Help clients make evidence-based decisions that balance environmental, social, and economic priorities. Your work will contribute directly to projects that support climate action and create lasting value for future generations.