Major Projects Director -TRANSIT / TRANSPORTATION

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.

Mott MacDonald North America is focused on growth, with major projects as a key strategic driver. We are seeking an accomplished Major Projects Director to play a central role in the winning and delivery of major transportation and transit projects across North America.

This role will primarily focus on Design-Build and other alternative delivery models for large-scale, complex transportation programs. The successful candidate will act as Project Manager or Project Director, depending on project size and complexity, leading opportunities from early development through procurement and into delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and grow strong relationships with contractor and public-sector clients across key North American markets.
• Strengthen Mott MacDonald’s market presence within the major projects and alternative delivery space.
• Partner closely with Development and Market teams to identify and pursue major project opportunities.
• Lead and contribute to RFQ and RFP responses, interviews, and negotiations.
• Through a total team effort, secure major project wins for Mott MacDonald.
• Provide executive oversight of major projects during initial delivery phases.
• Establish projects in line with best-in-class project management practices and Mott MacDonald quality standards.
• Ensure delivery against agreed scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
• Manage smooth transitions to successor project leaders once projects are established.
• Re-engage in the capture, win, and delivery lifecycle to support continued portfolio growth.
• Demonstrate visible and inspiring leadership across North America.
• Collaborate across markets, sectors, and practices to deliver integrated solutions.
• Actively mentor and develop talent, enhancing employee engagement, skills, and retention.
• Uphold the highest ethical standards, with zero tolerance for unacceptable behavior.
• Promote a collaborative, inclusive “one Mott MacDonald” culture across the region.

About You

• Proven ability to lead complex teams with a collaborative leadership style that drives high morale and performance.
  Strong track record delivering projects to quality, schedule, and budget expectations.
• Demonstrated success delivering major transit and transportation projects using Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build, or other alternative delivery models.
• Experience across the full project lifecycle: capture, win, develop, deliver, and close.
• Previous role as Project Manager or Project Director for a prime designer or contractor on major projects.
• Deep understanding of the A/E/C industry and alternative delivery procurement approaches.
• Ability to balance client expectations with commercial objectives and risk management.
• Strong awareness of Design-Build contractual risks and strategies to mitigate them during delivery.
• Technical background with professional credentials (PE or PEng preferred).
• Major projects accreditation or equivalent experience highly regarded.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Confident and credible presenter to clients, partners, and executive leadership.
• Ability to articulate complex issues clearly and influence outcomes at senior levels.
• Demonstrated track record of winning major alternative delivery projects.
• Established network with contractors, private organizations, and state agencies, with the ability to leverage relationships into successful pursuits.

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you!

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

At Mott MacDonald, 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.

The expected salary for this position is $250 000 - $300 000. Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

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.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.