Principal Civil Engineer Roads & Highways

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Mott MacDonald is a dynamic and innovative engineering, management and development consultancy working with high profile clients across Australia and globally. We're the driving force behind some of Australia's most iconic infrastructural ventures that are transforming the way we live, work, and play.

Develop your career within our highly successful global business and work with our local and national colleagues. With a growing pipeline of work in the transport, water, energy and defence spaces, we are seeking a highly motivated individual that wants to be part of a growing team! 

The opportunity 

We are seeking a Pricipal Civil Engineer to join the team to lead the delivery of major roads projects, including signature local projects, as well as opportunities to support the delivery of high-profile projects nationally and globally. You will have the opportunity to shape and grow the roads group within our wider transport team, focusing on embedding technical excellence at the core of everything we do.

In Queensland, we are currently working on iconic projects in the region such as Sunshine Coast Transport and Logan to Gold Coast Faster Rail (including level crossing removals), as well as several key planning studies and business cases that will see critical infrastructure delivered to support the 2032 Olympics. Roads play a vital role in all of these projects and you will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of their delivery.

As a Technical Director - Major Projects (Roads) to be based in Queensland, you will have the opportunity to:

• Manage the delivery of projects for the Transport Team, including TMR projects and civil projects for our various sectors both in QLD and interstate
• Oversee projects from Client relationship and bid development phase, through to planning, design, and delivery phases.
• Provide technical guidance and support to projects and the Highways team; manage the preparation of tenders and proposals for potential projects.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including clients and our various other sectors for engineering support.
• Prepare and review project documentation, including reports, plans, and specifications.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, implementing effective solutions to address challenges.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• Collaborate with business development teams to identify and pursue new project opportunities.

About you 

• An inclusive leadership style.
• Tertiary qualifications in Degree in a relevant Engineering or related field 
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) preferred 
• Be a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ), or the ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience working on transport projects, with a demonstrable track record in leading and delivering the design of major roads projects in Queensland.
• Strong technical skills and a detailed understanding of standards and local Client requirements for the design of road infrastructure.
• Engaged industry connections, particularly with the QLD Department of Transport and Main Roads.

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: 

• Agile working environment, supporting our people to work flexibly 
• Life, personal accident, and salary continuance insurance 
• Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more 
• Annual Health Checks and ongoing professional development 

You’ve got this! 

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