Location: Budapest
Recruiter contact: Ravi Naagar

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices.

We work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance – we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual.

Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you’re surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant.

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated GIS Consultant to join our growing GIS team. Working under the guidance of experienced consultants, you will support the delivery of GIS solutions including spatial data management, analysis, mapping, and digital engineering projects while developing your professional and technical skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the collection, management, validation, and maintenance of GIS datasets.
• Create, edit, and maintain geospatial data using ArcGIS Pro and related GIS tools.
• Produce maps, plans, visualisations, and project deliverables to required quality standards.
• Perform spatial analysis and support project teams with GIS-related tasks.
• Assist with the organisation and maintenance of geodatabases and other spatial data repositories.
• Document workflows, methodologies, and project outputs clearly and accurately.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to ensure data consistency and successful project delivery.
• Work independently on assigned tasks while proactively seeking guidance when required.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of GIS processes, tools, and standards.

Qualifications & Skills

Essential

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in GIS, Geography, Geoinformatics, Environmental Science, Surveying, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline with at least GIS specialization.
• 0-2 years of relevant GIS experience (including internships, placements, or academic projects).
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS Pro.
• Understanding of GIS concepts, spatial data models, coordinate systems, and geodatabases.
• Basic knowledge of database concepts and data management principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

Desirable (Not Required)

• Experience with Python scripting or GIS automation.
• Knowledge of FME (Feature Manipulation Engine).
• Familiarity with SQL or relational databases.
• Exposure to ArcGIS Online, Enterprise GIS, or web mapping technologies.
• Experience gained through university projects, internships, or placement programmes.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on exciting and diverse GIS projects.
• Structured mentoring and professional development.
• Exposure to industry-leading GIS technologies and workflows.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing GIS practice.

Ideal Candidate: A recent graduate who is passionate about GIS, eager to learn, comfortable working with spatial data, and capable of taking ownership of tasks while following guidance from experienced professionals. Curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to develop new technical skills are just as important as prior experience.

We are actively recruiting a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. We recognise that differences in ability, skills and experience are a strength and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

We welcome applications from individuals at all experience levels who believe they possess the necessary skills. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Agile working

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

Accessibility

We want you to feel supported and able to perform at your best throughout our recruitment process. If there is anything we can do to make applying or interviewing with us more accessible, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we'll be happy to discuss how we can help.