Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) colleagues enjoyed a week of celebrations alongside colleagues from Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water (DCWW), reflecting on our joint success during AMP7 (2020-2025) and looking ahead to the future of AMP8 (2025-2030). MMB office-based colleagues in Wales joined colleagues from DCWW for a full day session held at Cardiff City Football Club​, whilst our site-based colleagues attended two half-day sessions at Swansea City Football Club​ and The Beaches Hotel.​ ​Hosted by a group of MMB’s Operations Managers, the events included a range of workshops covering key topics relevant to successful project delivery, such as service strike avoidance, setting and evaluating key performance indicators (KPIs), delivering commercial savings, and minimum viable solutions (MVS). The workshops involved an introductory talk from the two hosts in each, followed by quizzes and team activities. Topics such as health and safety were brought to life through real examples which encouraged colleagues to analyse risks and consider future learnings. With a huge variety of job roles and disciplines in attendance, the sessions invoked lots of discussion, opinions, and questions. Colleagues were then privileged to receive an inspirational talk from former Wales Rugby Captain, Ryan Jones. ​Ryan discussed his career, the qualities of a good leader and teammate, and the importance of teamwork both in sports and in the workplace. He spoke about the challenges he has faced both personally, including a diagnosis of early onset dementia, and professionally, in coping with major losses when playing rugby. He explained how we can learn from and overcome challenges we all face in life and at work if we have the right attitude and mentality. Ryan Jones, former Welsh Rugby Captain, speaking to the attendees about teamwork and attitude Colleagues from MMB and DCWW attending the celebration event ​MMB Director, Dan Buxton, commented: "It was fantastic to see everyone come together in person to reflect on our achievements and look ahead to what promises to be a busy and fulfilling AMP8. Last year, MMB were pleased to secure a new framework with DCWW that will see us deliver a variety of schemes across the region over the next eight years. We are looking forward to continuing to provide affordable, innovative solutions for our client and their customers and are fully committed to meeting the challenges facing the sector head-on through AMP8 and beyond." MMB’s presence in Wales has grown significantly since securing its first framework back in AMP6. It directly employs over 270 colleagues in the country across all roles, from frontline construction to design and management positions. It boasts strong links with local supply chains, which have been integral to the company’s growth allowing delivery of over £300m of work in the region since 2015.

Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) were delighted to win the Education and Inspiration award at the Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE) West Midlands awards, held on 1 May in Birmingham. Our teams based in the West Midlands - who are delivering water and wastewater schemes on our multi-million-pound frameworks with Severn Trent – attended the ceremony alongside a host of industry professionals to celebrate the very best in engineering and people across the region. The team were proud to receive the Education and Inspiration award for their efforts in driving STEM to support our long-held company tradition of investing in early careers. Our dedicated network of STEM ambassadors builds and maintains relationships with educational institutions across the country, promoting STEM values to young people and educating them about the career opportunities in construction and engineering. Last year, they collectively delivered over 1,000 hours of outreach – 360 of which were across the East and West Midlands region. This has included: Delivering a bridge building activity to secondary schools which takes students through a project from conception, detailed design and construction. The students are shown how engineers use computers to analyse forces on structures and are given the chance to use virtual reality (VR) headsets to explore the model of a bridge built by MMB. Visiting local primary schools to teach children about the water cycle, using our mascot 'Ellie the Engineer'. The students are also challenged to filter ‘sewage’ in teams with given materials to encourage their problem solving and teamwork skills. Supporting the roll-out of our skills bootcamp initiative, which provides free training and upskills those looking to get into construction. Attending university careers fairs to showcase the variety of career opportunities at MMB and within the wider industry. Volunteering with a Wolverhampton Scout group, helping them learn about sustainability in engineering and the importance of protecting nature during projects. Our Ecology and Sustainability team reclaimed waste materials from sites and used these to create bug houses with the Scouts. Partnering with The School Outreach Company, who connect us with local schools to maximise visibility of our business, so we can engage with under-represented students, deliver educational outreach, attend events, and provide STEM support. Above: MMB STEM ambassadors attend a local primary school to teach them about the water cycle, using our mascot 'Ellie the Engineer' We have also participated in the Engineering Development Trust’s (EDT) Gold projects for 13 years, and fostered lasting relationships with Highfields School, Wolverhampton, and Shrewsbury High School for Girls over this period. Each year, colleagues from MMB mentor year 12 students through an 8-month project focused on challenges in the water industry, teaching them about key communication and project management skills. MMB have been recognised as one of four Exemplar Employees by the EDT for our commitment to excellence, innovation, social responsibility and long-term investment in talent. Above: members of the MMB team collect the award for Education and Inspiration Congratulations to the teams and to all those who were recognised at the event.

***MMB is actively recruiting across the South West of England, with opportunities in design, engineering, project management and commercial disciplines*** Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) is hosting a 'Meet MMB' event on Tuesday 29 April 2025 at the Aztec Hotel and Spa in Bristol from 6.00pm until 9.00pm. The event Join colleagues from MMB for an evening of networking. Kicking off the event will be a short presentation from MMB directors who will share more about the business, followed by a Q&A and an opportunity to network with your peers and MMB colleagues. Date: Tuesday 29 April 2025 Time: 6.00pm – 9.00pm Venue: Aztec Hotel and Spa , Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol, BS32 4TS - Cotswold suite Food and drink will be provided. Register for the event. About us MMB is a fully integrated design-and-build contractor, currently working with nine of the UK’s largest water and wastewater companies, operating across the UK. The business was awarded its first long-term framework agreement with Wessex Water in 2024 to deliver works through to 2030 – with the potential for a five-year extension into AMP9 thereafter. As a named capital deliver partner on two multi-million-pound ‘lots’, MMB will deliver significant works as part of Wessex Water’s £3.7bn capital investment programme to improve services for customers across the South West of England, including enhanced wastewater treatment, environmental improvements, and ensuring the availability of water. Learn more about how we’re working with Wessex Water. Career opportunities We’re recruiting for roles across design, management and engineering disciplines. Design management Project/site management Commercial management Civil, mechanical, process and electrical engineering Currently most of our work is design-focused, with schemes expected to break ground on site to begin construction in the next 18-24 months – projects are expected to be located along the South Coast, around Poole and surrounding areas. Note:  Mott MacDonald Bentley is 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.

Mott MacDonald Bentley’s (MMB) project at Killinghall Sewage Treatment Works – delivered to meet the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP) compliance standards - has been recognised as the ‘Net Zero award’ winner at the annual Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Yorkshire and Humber awards. Additionally, three further projects delivered by JBA Bentley and MMB received project award Certificates of Excellence and Commendation. The Net Zero award is presented to schemes that set new standards in lowering their carbon footprint in the Yorkshire and Humber region. The ICE judges highly commended the Killinghall project for its commitment to sustainable development and environmental responsibility. They praised the team’s “impressive approach to addressing carbon reduction in infrastructure through the principles of PAS2080”, highlighting the clever design involved in ‘rethinking the process and repurposing existing infrastructure, saving around 53% of embodied carbon.” Delivered in collaboration with Yorkshire Water, the project team at Killinghall are implementing a solution to upgrade the existing works and improve water quality in the River Nidd, to ensure Yorkshire Water meets its WINEP obligations for phosphorus (P) removal. Additionally, MMB’s multi-project work delivering Yorkshire Water’s Storm Overflow Programme – a £180m investment aiming to improve storm overflow capacity across the region – also received a Certificate of Commendation. Elsewhere on the night, JBA Bentley teams were delighted to receive recognition for two schemes delivered with the Environment Agency – Holderness Drain Flood Alleviation Scheme (FAS), in Hull, and the Meadowgate Don Regulators, within the Rother Valley Country Park. The two-part scheme at Holderness, comprising of a new pumping station and a flood storage Aquagreen, has significantly increased the levels of flood protection to thousands of homes, schools and businesses in Hull – a high-risk area prone to flooding. The judges awarded a Certificate of Excellence, commenting that the scheme “demonstrated excellence in its aim to provide further resilience to the City of Hull.” Meanwhile, the JBA Bentley team involved in the replacement of the historic Meadowgate regulator on the River Rother also picked up a Certificate of Commendation. The project has improved the resilience of the important asset, reducing the risk of flooding to settlements within the River Don catchment. Comments from the judges highlighted the scheme’s “impressive approach to design and noteworthy temporary works, with the new bypass syphon saving considerable energy.” Congratulations to the teams – and to all those who were recognised at the event. Read about our project at Killinghall STW - and more besides - in our latest annual review .

JN Bentley has published its 2024 annual review. The review looks back on the last 12 months in JN Bentley and its fully-integrated design and build companies, Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) and JBA Bentley. 2024 was the busiest year in the company's history as over £550m worth of revenue was delivered with clients across the UK. Whilst much of MMB's efforts were focused on helping clients hit critical regulatory output dates in the water sector, JN Bentley and JBA Bentley remained committed to building business in other markets such as environment, industrial building and energy. One particular highlight was closing the latest round of AMP8 contract awards in England and Wales having secured frameworks with nine of the largest regulated water and sewerage companies. It is thanks to the brilliant projects being delivered that the organisation has made itself industry-leading and in turn enjoyed such a successful round of tendering. The annual review covers core areas of the organisation – including a focus on people, safety and money - plus case studies that demonstrate the very best of JN Bentley, MMB and JBA Bentley. Please enjoy the read. We have a small number of printed copies of the annual review available. To request a copy, please email communications@jnbentley.co.uk .

Several Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) and JBA Bentley (JBAB) projects have been featured by UK Water Projects Online in the last 12 months.  UK Water Projects Online is a platform dedicated to showcasing case studies and technical papers related to the water, wastewater, and flood alleviation industries. Check out summaries below and click through to read the detailed technical papers. Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) projects Broadholme Water Recycling Centre (WRC) £35m investment in improving phosphorus removal capabilities and increasing full flow to treatment in Northamptonshire. The project involves installing new sequential batch reactor tanks, upgrading the power supply, and enhancing infrastructure to meet new environmental requirements and accommodate population growth. Read more . Embsay Water Treatment Works (WTW) A standalone 24 ML/d water treatment works, providing clean water to over 15,000 people. MMB reduced the whole life carbon on the project by 77%. The final solution was a single precast concrete structure consisting of new three-compartment contact tanks, a clean backwash tank, and a drywell pumping station. Read more . Esholt Sewage Treatment Works (STW) MMB successfully collaborated with Yorkshire Water to deliver vast improvements at Esholt Sewage Treatment Works. This treats most of the sewage flows from Bradford and parts of northern Leeds, with a flow to full treatment of 3200 l/s. Read more . Mosswood Water Treatment Works (WTW) Located near Derwent Reservoir and serving around 1 million customers, Mosswood WTW was designed to improve water quality by installing a new run-to-waste (RTW) system and constructing an attenuation lagoon. Read more . Monkmoor Sewage Treatment Works (STW) MMB collaborated with Severn Trent to develop a solution to meet tightening phosphorus permits at Monkmoor STW. It is the UK’s first large scale installation of MABR technology to enhance ammonia removal. Read more .   Gouthwaite Reservoir MMB delivered the successful design and construction of a large diameter emergency drawdown siphon at one of Yorkshire Water’s largest reservoirs. Capable of 13,500 l/s, it will allow for a 5m reduction in water level within five days in emergencies. Read more . Lower Gornal Sewage Treatment Works (STW) The project successfully implemented tertiary treatment upgrades to meet tightened phosphorus and ammonia consents, saving over £20 million by retaining the site and avoiding costly pipeline installations. Read more . Newthorpe Sewage Treatment Works (STW) MMB collaborated with Severn Trent to deliver improvements at Newthorpe Sewage Treatment Works (STW) in Nottinghamshire. The project aimed to double its capacity to 649 l/s and improve effluent quality by reducing phosphorus concentration to less than 0.2 mg/l. Read more . Red Doles CSO MMB collaborated with Yorkshire Water to refurbish an existing combined sewer overflow that had reached the end of its asset life. This involved installing three new 2.5m hydraulic screens, making structural modifications, and removing the existing concrete weir wall and roof slab. Read more . Springwell Service Reservoir Alongside Northumbrian Water, MMB designed and constructed a 43 ML semi-precast concrete reservoir to enhance water storage and resilience for approximately 250,000 properties in South Tyneside and Wearside. Read more . West Hallington Reservoir MMB developed a design solution of two 700mm diameter siphons to improve drawdown capability, allowing the reservoir to be lowered by 4.8m in 8 days. Read more . Witches Oak MMB collaborated with Severn Trent’s Green Recovery Programme: combining natural solutions with conventional infrastructure. The project aims to develop low-carbon water resources, improve river water quality, and enhance ecosystem services while ensuring water supply resilience. Read more . Several JBA Bentley projects - our environmentally focused integrated design and build business - are also featured on the site and in 2024's publication . JBA Bentley (JBAB) projects Don Regulators The Don Regulators comprise three regulator gates on the River Rother that are owned, operated, and maintained by the Environment Agency (EA). JBA-Bentley worked with the EA to reduce flood risks and improve fish migration across the River Rother catchment with online flood gates and a bespoke full-channel fish pass. Read more . Holderness Flood Alleviation This project aimed at enhancing flood resilience in the Humber region. JBA-Bentley undertook the design and construction of new 10m³/s ‘online’ pumping station at East Hull and flood storage aquagreen. Read more . Interested in a career at MMB?  Visit our careers website . Follow us:   LinkedIn , Facebook , X

Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) welcomed its second cohort of graduates and apprentices to its graduate and apprentice development programme. Over 100 new starters were inducted onto the programme – now in its second year – at a launch event at Aston University in Birmingham.   Held across two days, colleagues received an introduction to the programme and had the opportunity to connect with their peers and learn more about the business. Delegates heard from senior leaders about their own career journeys and advice for a successful future, took part in practical workshops and engaged in meaningful discussions on topics including health and safety, quality, cost and efficiency, wellbeing, and sustainability. Mott MacDonald Bentley - Graduate and Apprentice Programme - 2024 cohort About the programme   Tailored specifically to MMB, the structured 12-month programme is designed to align with the company’s objectives, values and culture. This ensures that the personal and professional skills gained are applicable and tailored to everyone’s role within MMB. Helen Bradford, Lead learning and development advisor said: “It's exciting to see everyone at the beginning of their career, building their networks, and their overall enthusiasm for the programme. Thanks to the engagement from our directors and other career professionals our 2024 cohort have invaluable insights into their career journeys and the broader industry. None of this would be possible without their continued support. I’m really looking forward to seeing what they achieve in the next 12 months.” Hear from delegates “Being a part of the development programme and attending the launch has been a great experience. It brings everyone together and has a real sense of community. I've learned so much about the different roles and how they all work together. I'm really looking forward to the year ahead!” Emily, Apprentice SHEQ (2024 cohort) “It’s a great programme, especially the focus on communication. I’ve found it interesting, and the skills I’ve learnt have made me reflect upon how I react within a team. I feel this has made me much better in my role. The mentoring gives you the confidence to take on every opportunity available and the support is there throughout to help you develop.”   Will, Graduate process engineer (2023 cohort) A legacy of investing in early careers Providing investment and opportunities for those in early careers roles has long been part of MMB’s approach to nurturing talent and creating a sustainable workforce for the future. Every year the business invests over £1 million in employee training and development, supporting its people to achieve their goals, reach their potential and build a successful career. Career opportunities Applications for apprenticeships open on Friday 31 January 2025. Learn more and apply direct on our careers site . Applications for placement and graduate roles open in October 2025. Click here  to view all our current opportunities and apply. Get in touch with our early careers team at mmbcearlycareers@jnbentley.co.uk .

National engineering design and construction company Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) has been named a partner on a new framework with long-term client, Yorkshire Water.   The framework will see MMB deliver complex projects on Yorkshire Water’s non-infrastructure assets at both clean and wastewater sites. This ranges from new wastewater treatment works to improvements to existing impounding reservoirs – and everything in between. The framework covers the 2025 – 2030 delivery period, with the option to extend a further five years. Tom Lewis, operations director at MMB, said, "It is great to have secured this new contract with Yorkshire Water, MMB’s longest-standing client. MMB has evolved in partnership with Yorkshire Water over the past 25 years and we look forward to continuing the relationship over the next decade. "We’re fully committed to helping Yorkshire Water continue to deliver affordable, good quality solutions to the people and businesses of Yorkshire, doing so through our direct-delivery model and focus on innovation and new ways of working." "We share the vision for a thriving Yorkshire and look forward to bringing AMP7 to a successful close and getting AMP8 off to a strong start." Rachael Fox, head of programme delivery at Yorkshire Water, said, "We’re looking forward to working with our chosen partners as we embark on an ambitious investment programme from 2025. There’s a big challenge ahead – not only to meet new regulatory requirements, but to meet customer expectations too – and effective collaboration will be key to our success." MMB joins fellow partners Kier, Galliford Try, Barhale, Glanua, Ward & Burke and Tilbury Douglas on this new framework. Serving 5.7 million customers, Yorkshire Water is one of the UK’s largest regulated water companies and one with whom MMB and JN Bentley have enjoyed a long history. It was the beginning of AMP3 and a desire for fully integrated design-and-build solutions that prompted the formation of MMB, building on foundations laid by JN Bentley in the 20+ years prior. MMB has now secured long-term framework agreements with nine of the UK’s largest water companies. With important programmes of work to deliver through AMP8 and beyond, there are opportunities to join MMB’s growing team across the UK in design, operations, commercial and frontline construction roles. Please visit the MMB website  for more details.

Over the festive period, Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) has actively engaged in charitable activities across its operational areas throughout the UK. Through our charitable giving, volunteering and community support activities, we aim to make a positive difference in communities where we operate. As part of our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) approach to supporting society and charitable giving our efforts focus on offering our skills, time and expertise to community projects. MMB and United Utilities colleagues at Mossley Wastewater Treatment Works (WwTW), Bolton WwTW, and Chorley Better Rivers have raised the Christmas spirit this year for three local charities; enabling the project teams and some of our suppliers, to give something back to the communities in which they work.  At Mossley and Bolton colleagues donated toys and raised just over £1,600 for two local children’s charities; charities who focus on supporting families and children who will receive very little this Christmas. The Better Rivers Chorley team supported their local foodbank by donated well needed items. Julie Sands, Liaison Coordinator said “This collective effort has brought positive cheer to all our sites and demonstrated a real spirit of giving.” In the North East, the team at Horsley donated their skills, time and expertise to make improvements to the local Women’s Institute Village Hall, as the uneven, all-gravelled drive was difficult for disabled residents to access. With the help of Premier Traffic Management and Northeast Site Services, the driveway was completed, and the team even gave the village hall a new coat of paint. JN Bentley colleagues have also proudly supported the Springwood assisted living apartments, in Shifnal, by laying paving slabs across three areas of the grounds, improving the area for both residents and staff, who were overjoyed with the results and expressed their gratitude with heartfelt praise and delicious cakes! In Worminghall, Buckinghamshire colleagues volunteered to upgrade a local village hall, which is the hub of the community and hosts many events and clubs, including a weekly Saturday coffee morning. The team spent two days tidying an overgrown area around the oil base tank, paving with recycled slabs to minimise ongoing garden maintenance, installing a handrail to an exterior ramp, and painting an exterior wall. In Leeds, the team has been busy collecting toy and gift donations for vulnerable and disadvantaged children through the Cash4Kids Mission Christmas appeal. Cash4Kids partners with front-line organisations like social services, schools, and grassroots community groups to directly help local children and young people. Around 150 gifts were generously donated by colleagues to be distributed to children across the region Well done and thank you to all our colleagues who have taken part in community initiatives, offering their skills, resources, and time to deliver better social outcomes and support our society.

National engineering and construction company JN Bentley has successfully secured partial accreditation under the National Electricity Registration Scheme (NERS). The prestigious accreditation, awarded by LRQA, recognises the company’s commitment to excellence and adherence to the highest standards in the electricity and battery energy storage sectors. It enables the company to deliver contestable works associated with the installation of high voltage electrical connections up to and including 132kV. In achieving partial NERS accreditation, JN Bentley has demonstrated the capability to deliver high-quality services in the design, project management, cable laying, cable jointing, substation installation, and maintenance of electrical infrastructure. This achievement underscores the company’s dedication to safety, reliability, and innovation in all its projects. JN Bentley director, Angus Ridge, said, “We are thrilled to receive NERS accreditation. "This recognition is testament to the hard work and expertise of our team. It reinforces our position as a trusted partner and our commitment to providing exceptional service to our clients. "The NERS accreditation will enable us to expand our service offering to new and existing clients, with external recognition of our compliance with industry standards and our ability to deliver projects safely and efficiently. We look forward to achieving full accreditation following audit of one of our active Battery Energy Storage sites." Learn more about JN Bentley on the company website .