Placement IT

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Mott MacDonald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley, operating across water, energy and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover surpassing £500 million, Mott Macdonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth.

About the role

During this 12-month placement, you will work as part of the IT Department’s PMO Team, gaining practical experience across a variety of IT and digital projects. You will help support the delivery of Microsoft Power Platform solutions, including Power Apps, Power Automate and Power BI, as well as software implementation initiatives (off the shelf or custom built) throughout the project lifecycle, from defining requirements to successful deployment. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, build professional experience, and gain first-hand exposure to a career in IT and project management.

What you’ll do

• Assist in the planning, coordination and delivery of IT and Digital project initiatives.
• Track project progress and identify and manage any risks, issues and decisions where required.
• Ensure project activities remain aligned with the agreed scope.
• Potential to lead the delivery of smaller projects, working closely with Business Analysts and the PMO Manager to ensure successful outcomes.
• Collaborate with the Relationship Manager to support the achievement of project benefits and expected business outcomes.

What you’ll need

• Undertaking a relevant degree to the subject area

• Understanding of project management processes and techniques.

• Strong organisational and planning skills.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

• Use of Microsoft 365 applications, particularly Excel, Teams, SharePoint and PowerPoint.

What’s in it for you

• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of IT, Digital and Business Change Requests.
• Opportunities to work alongside various IT roles including Business Analysts, IT Developers and suppliers.
• Practical experience of project delivery and PMO best practices.
• Experience supporting Microsoft Power Platform and software development projects throughout the project lifecycle.
• Development of key skills in project management, stakeholder engagement, and benefits realisation.
• Hands-on experience in project process, progress tracking and reporting.
• Exposure to senior leadership within the business and cross-functional teams.

Plus, if you have a successful placement year you could be offered a permanent role for when you finish your studies, as well as the potential for funding support towards your final academic year.

Here, you’ll build a career with purpose—on projects that make a real difference. And you’ll be part of a team that invests in your future.

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