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Brilliant people trusted to do brilliant things

Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward-thinking engineering, management, and development consultancy. Working together as a global team, we plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings, and wider infrastructure that is integral to people's daily lives. We value excellence in every dimension of our business and continuously seek opportunities to improve what we do and how we do it.

We employ brilliant people who combine their diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant things. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you'll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future.

Your Opportunity

Mott MacDonald's Project, Program, and Commercial Management team has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager. You will drive delivery of multidisciplinary work packages within a major infrastructure delivery program spanning transportation and civil infrastructure and related specialist services.

You will manage project scope, programme and budget, supporting strong commercial outcomes while maintaining high-quality delivery and client satisfaction. Working with Project Principals, technical teams and external partners, you will drive consistent delivery, strengthen commercial performance and support delivery alongside a highly engaged and effective team.

• Lead work packages of varying scale, ensuring delivery meets or exceeds client expectations and aligns with agreed scope, schedule and budget.

• Support Program Managers and Directors in the delivery of major design and construction projects.

• Establish and maintain project controls covering scheduling, risk, cost, change and reporting.

• Monitor financial and commercial performance against project targets and implement corrective action where required.

• Ensure compliance with Mott MacDonald's project governance, risk management and quality assurance frameworks, as well as relevant external regulations.

• Coordinate multidisciplinary internal teams and external partners, including architects, engineers, planners, environmental specialists and other technical experts.

• Build strong client relationships and solve delivery challenges using sound judgement, experience and expertise.

• Support the development of junior colleagues through mentoring, knowledge sharing and participation in team discussions.

  
  

About You

• Relevant tertiary or vocational qualifications, with progress towards chartership where applicable to your profession.

• Experience in a project environment, applying sound technical knowledge and professional judgement to lead small to medium-sized projects.

• Demonstrated project management experience across scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality and commercial performance.

• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and external delivery partners on complex infrastructure projects.

• A strong client focus, with the ability to contribute to proposals, bids and the identification of further opportunities.

• Confident communication skills and the ability to produce clear, logical written communication and presentations in English.

• A collaborative leadership style, with the ability to motivate, mentor and develop others.

• A commitment to health and safety, quality delivery, continuous learning and innovative, value-effective project practices.

  
  

Culture & Benefits

Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, diversity, inclusion and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups and those with intersectional identities.

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:

• A flexible and agile work atmosphere that caters to your professional journey and life's special moments.

• A competitive salary complemented by Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees.

• Comprehensive coverage including life, personal accident and salary continuance insurance, providing peace of mind during uncertain times.

• Opportunities to enhance your work-life balance through the option to purchase extra annual leave.

• Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more.

  
  

Employee Ownership

• Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.

• Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through personal and group performance bonuses.

• As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution.

• Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.

  
  

You've got this!

We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees, including part-time and job-share roles where possible. If you are interested in this role and looking for a part-time permanent opportunity, please apply! #LI-MB1