Technical Director Defence and Security

Project programme and commercial management

Together, we open opportunities with our connected thinking.

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.

Our Defence and Security Division team within our Australian business are looking for Project Managers to manage our major multidisciplinary design projects supporting new build infrastructure in Adelaide. As well as leading these new and existing projects, this position will play an active role in improving our project management processes and approach, driving both delivery excellence and efficiency in our business.

The primary responsibility of this position is to successfully lead the delivery of multi-disciplinary projects in Maritime, Civil infrastructure and a multitude of specialist services across heavily regulated sites. The role will be based out of our Adelaide office with the potential to be sited in our client offices with the Central Business District (CBD).

- Deliver complex project scopes on schedule, within budget, and to high quality standards in a heavily regulated Defence / Nuclear environment.
- Lead client engagement and stakeholder communication at senior levels
- Foster collaboration across internal project teams and delivery partners
- Proactively manage issues, drive decision making, and lead resolution pathways
- Evaluate and mitigate risks for our Defence clients
- Lead and support technical and quality assurance activities relating to the design and safety analysis of nuclear infrastructure
- Play a leading role in developing the growth of nuclear sovereign skills in Australia, working closely with other members of our Global nuclear practice (inclusive of upskilling).
- Provide mentorship to staff seeking to develop their knowledge and experience in delivery of major infrastructure projects.

About You

- 15+ years of experience leading Defence and Nuclear project delivery in the fields of building services, civil or maritime.
- Tertiary qualifications relevant to project management or engineering disciplines
- Experience in civil or naval nuclear programs, radiopharmaceuticals, oil and gas or Rail (applicants from other high-hazard industries will be considered)
- Chartered Engineer or Project Manager (preferred but not essential)
- Ability to demonstrate successful delivery of major infrastructure programmes throughout the whole project lifecycle (Master planning through design and construction to handover)
- Current AU security clearance (or eligibility to obtain)
- Have an understanding of nuclear safety cases and/or a heavily regulated industry (e.g Oil and Gas, Rail or Pharmaceuticals).

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

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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 #LI-RZ1

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