In-House Consultant - Construction Management

Job Description

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

If you share that vision, even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we’d still love to hear from you. We value potential and diverse perspectives as much as experience. Let’s explore how we can support your growth and help you take the next step in your career, while contributing to an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

Mott MacDonald, a leader in the engineering industry is seeking an experienced In House Consultant Construction Manager to join our team in Louisiana working on energy projects. You will be responsible for overall project/construction management duties for project in early design phase. As an IHC construction manager, you will have the following responsibilities:

• Site Assessment & Workspace Planning
  • Evaluate potential construction areas for workspace layout
• Access & Logistics
  • Determine requirements for site access roads and temporary roadways
  • Assess entry/exit points for construction vehicles and personnel
  • Identify possible constraints due to landowner permissions, environmental restrictions, or terrain
• Regulatory & Permitting
  • Support in reviewing permitting requirements related to site preparation
  • Coordinate with project team to ensure compliance with local authorities
• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
  • Initiate basic HSE risk assessments for early site activity (e.g., surveying, geotechnical investigations)
  • Advise on HSE requirements for site access, traffic control, and temporary facilities
• Utilities & Services
  • Identify existing utilities that may affect workspace layout or access
  • Plan for temporary utilities (water, power, communications)
• Stakeholder Coordination
  • Liaise with landowners, local agencies, and project team members regarding access and early activity
  • Attend meetings to coordinate workspace requirements across disciplines
• Site Investigations Support
  • Assist arranging logistics for geotechnical, environmental, or archaeological investigations
• Documentation & Reporting
  • Prepare preliminary plans and layouts for site establishment
  • Document site constraints and proposed solutions for review with project team

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or equivalent
• At least 10-15 years of experience in construction management
• Depth of managerial and engineering experience working on large infrastructure projects
• Demonstrated experience working with clients and contractors
• Experience with claims management and resolution
• Knowledge of control systems design, construction and start up/commissioning and testing
• Experience of project management processes, from feasibility and design through to construction and close-out
• Skills in structural engineering, geotechnics, and ports
• Have the necessary drive to achieve their goals and deliver commercial success
• Capability to work closely with a range of stakeholders is essential providing a pragmatic, effective and successful solution to engineering challenges any project may present

Benefits & Reward

At Mott MacDonald, our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. We provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, and company paid life insurance.

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

Collaboration at Our Core
At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we’re together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments.

Equal opportunity is the law.

We seek 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.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.