Energy Project Director - Transmission and Distribution

Job Description

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

The Major Project Director - Transmission and Distribution is responsible for leading the pursuit, planning and delivery of complex energy infrastructure projects across the transmission and distribution market. This role provides senior leadership across client engagement, project delivery, commercial performance and multidisciplinary team coordination, while supporting the growth of the Energy business and strengthening long-term client relationships across major programs.

• Lead the positioning, pursuit and delivery of major transmission and distribution projects across the Energy market.
• Build and maintain trusted client relationships, acting as a senior advisor on project strategy, delivery approach and commercial outcomes.
• Drive bid strategy, proposal development, commercial inputs and negotiations for major opportunities.
• Provide leadership across project governance, delivery planning, risk management, safety and quality assurance.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions across design, advisory and project management services.
• Oversee project performance against scope, schedule, budget and client expectations.
• Support market growth by identifying opportunities, shaping pursuits and contributing to sector strategy.
• Mentor project leaders and technical teams, building capability across major project delivery and client engagement.

About You

The role requires significant experience leading major energy infrastructure projects, ideally across transmission lines, substations, network upgrades and broader transmission and distribution programs. Strong commercial acumen, sound judgement and the ability to influence senior stakeholders are essential. The successful candidate will bring a proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage complex project interfaces, drive high-quality outcomes and contribute to strategic business development. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong risk awareness, and a commitment to safety, quality and professional excellence are critical.

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in engineering, project management or a related discipline are required.
• Chartered status or equivalent professional recognition is highly regarded.
• Proven experience delivering major transmission and distribution projects, including substations, transmission lines and network upgrades.
• Proven experience in a senior client-facing role within the Energy or infrastructure sector
• Demonstrated ability to lead client positioning and major project pursuits across the transmission and distribution market.
• Experience contributing to bid strategy, commercial offers, scope definition and contract negotiations for complex T&D opportunities.
• Strong knowledge of commercial risk, project governance and delivery assurance within major energy infrastructure projects.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams across engineering, project management, commercial and advisory functions.

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 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 our 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 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