Build your career @ JN Bentley.
Welcome to JN Bentley. We can’t do anything in this industry without people working together in great teams. At JN Bentley we are committed to creating a fun workplace, where people have a voice, are safe, reach their potential, and where rewards are shared. One thing we pride ourselves on is our long-standing tradition of bringing talented people through the business and promoting from within. Each year we invest over £1 million in training and development to ensure our people achieve their potential and make maximum progression. Choosing a placement/graduate position at JN Bentley will provide you with the opportunity to work for an award-winning company and a leading player in the UK civil engineering and construction industry.
Read on to find out more about us - who we are and what we do - and how you could build your career with us.
Why JN Bentley? People are at the heart of our business. If you have a passion for civil engineering and construction, and a desire to work in the industry, we encourage you to apply for a position with us - regardless of your degree. JN Bentley offers opportunities in various disciplines - from civil engineering to business support roles - across the UK. Working with us, you’ll be given the chance to gain valuable skills and experience from day one. Hands-on experience coupled with award winning training and development will provide you with the support needed to develop your skills and build a successful career. We have a strong culture of promoting from within. Nothing gives us more satisfaction than seeing our people grow and progress their career. If you have a positive ‘can do’ attitude and a drive to achieve, then we’d like to hear from you. Now part of the Mott MacDonald Group, opportunities for progression have never been more achievable.
Who Are We? Historical association with the water industry: water and sewage works for water authorities in Bradford and Craven
JN Bentley is a leading engineering and construction company, delivering design-and-build projects with clients in the water sector and beyond, right across the UK. This strong association with water dates back to the early years of the business and our formation by the Bentley family back in 1972. Over the years we’ve built up a wealth of experience in engineering and construction, something which has been strengthened by years of collaboration with Mott MacDonald and will continue to grow since joining the Mott MacDonald Group. The majority of our work is now delivered as MMB – or Mott MacDonald Bentley. As MMB, we work with more water companies in the UK than any other firm. We also work with many blue chip organisations delivering work in the commercial buildings sector.
1970s
1972
JN Bentley formed in Skipton, North Yorkshire
Residential developer: we completed two high-profile developments in the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales
We added building construction to our services range
1980s
1990s
In-house design and build pioneers Long-standing relationship with Yorkshire Water dates back to 1990s
Long-standing relationship with Northumbrian Water and Procter & Gamble dates back to 2000s
Opened offices in Durham 2005
Water
Opened offices in Leeds co-located with JBA
2010
2014
Opened Moved to offices in co-located offices in Shifnal Leeds with Yorkshire 2009
Opened offices in Newport and Blackburn and co-located offices with JBA in Peterborough 2015
JN Bentley secures a place on National Grid’s minor civils framework
1999
2000s
Formed Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) joint venture with Mott MacDonald to offer our clients integrated feasibility, design, construction and commissioning services
2004
2009
JN Bentley is successful in securing a place on The Coal Authority’s ENVision Framework
MMB is appointed by Severn Trent Water as a core contractor for their noninfrastructure works framework
2011
Joined Mott MacDonald Group
2013
2014
Formed JBA Bentley joint venture with Jeremy Benn Associates (JBA) to deliver integrated design and build services on the Environment Agency’s Water and Environmental Management (WEM) Framework
Opened offices in Wrexham and re-located staff in Durham to offices in Seaham 2017
We surpassed the 1,000 employees mark for the first time in our history
2015
2016
MMB is named as a delivery partner on AMP6 frameworks for: • Anglian Water • Dwr Cymru Welsh Water • United Utilities
Forecast turnover £310m
2017
JN Bentley is named the Principal Designer and Contractor for Rolls Royce, to deliver a 3-year framework
2018
Entry Points.
Competitive salary and benefits Development opportunities
Placements
Graduates
We offer placements in both the operational and support sides of the business, and take on a number of students every year across the UK. You won’t just spend the year making tea, placements at JN Bentley give you a real insight into the vocation of your choice.
With structured development schemes leading to chartership, joining JN Bentley as a graduate is your chance to flourish.
Flexible start dates
You’ll apply the knowledge from your studies from the word ‘go’, and have chance to work on interesting, complex and challenging engineering projects.
Various locations
You’ll have real responsibility, and really learn about the world of work. Treat it like a year-long job interview; there’s also the opportunity to secure a graduate position with us and re-join the business after completing your final year.
Development schemes, hands-on training and opportunity for progression is available for all.
Part of a great team
Civil/Site Engineering.
Placement & Graduate
JN Bentley introduced me to the ICE Development Scheme, and ever since have supported me in achieving my goal of becoming a chartered civil engineer.
Gemma
Site Agent.
Based out on site, the role is hands-on from day one; with a supportive team behind you, you’ll be given every opportunity to progress and reach your potential through our development scheme for civil engineering, which ties in which the ICE. What will I do? •
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Quality - responsible for monitoring the quality of works in conjunction with the Test and Inspection Plan and maintaining as built records Site management - assisting in site set-up and maintaining safety standards Financial controls - ensuring cost systems are up-to-date Communication - co-ordinating with site and design teams to ensure successful project completion
MEP Engineering.
Placement & Graduate
(Mechanical, Electrical and Process)
What will I do? • • • • • •
Support the Project Team in co-ordinating the mechanical and electrical aspects of projects Liaise with sub-contractors, suppliers and clients Approve drawings and designs of suppliers Oversee the activity of sub-contractors and suppliers on site Conduct site condition surveys and inspections Assist with maintaining our world class safety culture – through the production of critical designs, health and safety documentation, O&M manuals, and commissioning plans
Working with experienced, knowledgeable people has helped greatly, as has working as part of brilliant project teams. This has given me invaluable experience.
Adam
Commercial Manager.
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Based out on site, the role is hands-on from day one; with a supportive team behind you, you’ll be given every opportunity to progress and develop your skills through our dedicated development scheme for MEP Engineers, which is linked to the IET.
Quantity Surveying.
Placement & Graduate
My placement involves a wide range of commercial activities, from arranging payments and cost to completes to assisting with contractual discussions and pre-let meetings.
Reanna
Quantity Surveyor.
Quantity Surveyors at JN Bentley take responsibility for the commercial aspect of construction projects from conception to design, construction and completion delivering projects that are high value and low cost to maximise efficiencies. You’ll be encouraged to learn new skills and enhance your learning - we’ve a dedicated development scheme for our quantity surveyors to help you progress, which is linked to the ICES. What does the future look like? Commercial management beckons for talented quantity surveyors who demonstrate the right aptitude for figures and commercial awareness. Before long you could find yourself overseeing a number of projects and even whole frameworks.
What I do? A Fancywill a career inplacement/graduate quantity surveying? Quantity Surveyor at JN Bentley will: You don’t have to be studying a degree in • Manage all costs relating quantity surveying to apply fortoaprojects role with us. • Work closely with sub-contractors, while Showensuring the rightthat attitude, skillsofand desireare to the needs a project learnmet and we’d love to work with you! • Effectively manage relationships with various stakeholders, while minimising costs to maximise the value received • Agree and report final accounts on both the financial and contractual status of schemes • Assist with maintaining our world class safety culture – through the production of critical designs, health and safety documentation, O&M manuals and commissioning plans
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Who can apply? Obviously, we are keen to receive applications from students that have studied Quantity Surveying. Interestingly, however, many of our QS’ apply for a position even though they haven’t studied quantity surveying at university. This is because many of the skills a great QS requires can be transferred from different degree backgrounds. These could include: • • • •
Maths Geography Economics Business studies.
Therefore, we are keen to review applications from individuals that are organised, excellent with numbers, and have keen interest for the inner workings of civil engineering and construction projects.
Buying. Working at JN Bentley is so much fun and I’ve learnt so much whilst on placement. On a daily basis I speak to suppliers and clients to ensure our sites are supplied with the right materials, at the right time and for the right price.
Lydia
Procurement.
Placement
Our busy procurement teams manage a spend of over £30m per year, liaising closely with operations, site teams and the supply chain to deliver best value solutions. Working in this fast-paced team there’s never a dull moment! What will I do? • • • •
Provide sites with a range of materials and subcontract services across the UK Visit our construction sites and suppliers to see what life is like for them Produce high-level reports on spend, utilisation and costs Learn key negotiation skills and then implement them, engaging with various stakeholders to help us drive value
Plant. What will I do? • • • •
Liaise with site managers and hire companies to move plant and machinery to and from sites Form part of the plant hire service desk, being reactive to the needs and requirements of our live sites across the UK Visit our construction sites and suppliers to see what life is like for them Learn key negotiation skills and then implement them, engaging with various stakeholders to help us drive value
JN Bentley is not only a growing company but is outstanding in its field so there are lots of opportunities to progress. As part of the plant team I help look after all the company vans - moving them to different sites and looking at the logistics behind each move.
Eve
Plant.
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Our busy plant team are responsible for keeping our sites moving. They manage our commercial fleet of vehicles and external plant hire, working closely with operations and the supply chain to help us deliver projects on time.
Placement
Accounting and Finance. Placement
A placement in accounts at JN Bentley has given me first-hand experience of how the accounting systems work in a large organisation.
Yousaf
Accounts.
With a multi-million pound turnover it is vital that the accounting team is organised, diligent and able to work under pressure, all whilst maintaining a sense of humour. The prompt payment of suppliers and subcontractors is crucial - as is tracking payments from our clients. There are all areas of accounting to get involved in - from the production of management accounts to expenses to audit costing systems. What does the future look like? You will have opportunity to develop your skills and qualifications in the area of accounting that most interests you, which can soon lead to a move into a more senior position in the team.
Working with a supportive team around you, the role will enable you to develop your skills and experience to pursue a career in HR. What will I do? The role will include liaising with employees across the business - ranging from site operatives to directors - providing support on all HR related matters. Additionally, you’ll manage new starter induction days, process benefit administration, keep records of absence and monitor the return to work and absence trigger process in line with our company absence policy. You’ll also contribute to important HR projects by conducting research and data analysis which will be used to support your proposals.
JN Bentley is a thriving business, which means there’s lots of opportunities to progress in your career. As part of the HR Team I provide support and advice to employees, which makes it a really interesting and fulfilling role.
Helen HR.
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Human Resources.
Placement
Recruitment.
Placement
At JN Bentley the company value you as part of the team from day one. Since starting my placement I’ve been involved in all aspects of recruitment from arranging interviews for directors to attending careers fairs.
Liam
Recruitment.
Recruitment is a fast-paced department, but a rewarding one, because after all, helping people find employment is a fantastic thing to do! What will I do? Our recruiters manage the full recruitment process, starting by searching for and identifying suitable candidates, to offering them a position with us. You’ll have the opportunity to get involved in project work as well. The several members of our team are assigned projects based on their strengths, allowing them to be topic champions within that area. Projects could include arranging and attending careers fairs across the UK, equality and diversity campaigns, or reviewing advertising strategies.
Our training department are a key part of the support function, managing a £1 million budget. Working within this department, you must have excellent communication skills. With safety always being at the front of our mind, you’ll liaise with a number of training providers in order to ensure our people have everything in place in order to do their job to the best of their ability. Keeping an accurate training record for all employees is also important, as a lot of construction training is mandatory. Not only this, you’ll support the important renewals process, ensuring qualifications don’t expire and sites can continue to operate.
Completing a placement at JN Bentley has enabled me to gain valuable experience in a workplace. My role includes making sure employees have the correct training and qualifications to safely carry out their roles - whether in the office or out on site.
Katherine. Training.
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Training.
Placement
Placement
Communications and Marketing. Working at JN Bentley is very hands-on. You are given a variety of responsibilities and the opportunity to develop your skills and make real progression.
Charlotte
Communications and Marketing.
A busy and fast-paced department, the team is responsible for ensuring key messages are conveyed across the business. What will I do? •
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Produce first-class internal and external communications. Write lots of great, engaging copy - whether this is for your colleagues or the wider world via the company website or press releases Design and manage the production of our monthly internal magazine Build relationships with colleagues across the company. One day you’ll produce something for one of our construction sites, the next for a director’s presentation Produce engaging video content. Oversee the company’s corporate responsibility programme
I.T.
Placement
Our I.T. Team is responsible for managing the company’s information technology needs in a busy, fast-moving environment. You’ll gain a real insight into the role of an I.T. professional. Working with a supportive team, you’ll provide expert assistance to hundreds of users based in offices and construction sites across the UK.
I enjoy working at JN Bentley thanks to the people I’m surrounded by every day.
As a key member of the I.T. team, you will work as a part of a service desk, providing first line support, ensuring our people have access to the systems and software they need.
They make the job entertaining but also teach me a lot at the same time.
You will also be involved in system roll-out and hardware upgrades, including mobile technology and mobile device management. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about and work with Infrastructure, Database and System teams to improve your knowledge and skills.
Kyle I.T.
Recruitment Process. Step One.
Step Two.
Step Three.
Apply online.
Assessment centre.
Tell us what you think.
Start your application by visiting the careers section of the JN Bentley website and submitting all of the details we ask for.
Assessment centres are a really good way for us to get to know graduate and placement applicants a bit better. We’ll challenge your teamworking and problem-solving skills – just two important aspects of working with us.
Every year we aim to improve candidate experience. With your help we can make this happen.
Our recruitment team review all applications and then get back in touch after the application closing date to let you know whether or not you have the skills and competencies we need. It’s then time to meet face-to-face.
We’ll tie an interview in to the same day so you don’t have to visit us twice and – as before – we’ll let you know if you’ve been successful within a couple of days.
After you’ve attended one of our assessment centres, please tell us what you thought by leaving a review on Indeed and Glassdoor.
Here’s a run-down of our recruitment process for 2018/19. Assessment centres.
Apply.
Welcome.
This is when we will be in touch with feedback and details of the next step.
All our placement and graduate students from the previous year’s intake have started work with us!
After we have spoken to as many of you as possible, you will be able to apply for a position with us. Our applications open on Monday 3rd December 2018.
If successful, you will be invited to attend one of our assessment centres, these will take place during this period.
September
December
February /March
October/November
Meet us and learn more. This is when our search for new talented students begins! During this period, you’ll have a chance to meet us at university careers fairs across the UK. Check our social media accounts to keep up with where we’ll be.
January
Application deadline. Make sure you have submitted an application before Thursday 31st January - this is our deadline for graduate and placement applications.
Join us. We have received all your signed paperwork and we look forward to you joining the team.
June/July/August April/May
Feedback and offers out. At this stage, you have done all you can, and we have the difficult decision of selecting the successful candidates. If you attended an assessment centre you will receive individual feedback before 17th May 2019.
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