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
Due to strong growth and an exciting pipeline of projects, Mott MacDonald's Buildings structures team has exciting openings for a Senior Structural Engineer in the Sydney office. You will be joining a diverse and passionate team with a proven track record delivering major projects across Australia. We have secured a significant pipeline of work on some of the largest projects in Australia in the Aviation, Transport, Defence & Water markets and we want you to be a part of this exciting growth. In this role you will have an opportunity to contribute to some of the groundbreaking projects.
In this role you will be responsible for:
Deliver landmark building projects across sectors including arts & culture, aviation, education, transport, civic, and life sciences.
Take accountability for structural scope, resourcing, program performance, and commercial outcomes on major commissions.
Collaborate with a diverse team of engineers, architects, and consultants to drive innovative, sustainable design solutions.
Engage directly with clients, shaping project strategies and building long-term partnerships.
Work on proposals and bids, actively engaging in the market with our key clients.
Provide technical governance and peer review oversight across complex and high‑risk projects, ensuring consistency, quality, and compliance with relevant standards and codes.
Contribute to a workplace culture that values collaboration, creativity, and purpose-driven work.
Actively engaged in driving technical excellence and the training and development of the team.
About You
Strong local experience in detailed design and delivery.
Passionate about architecture and engineering, with a strong appreciation for how structural design can enhance architectural intent, functionality, constructability and the overall quality of the built environment.
Technically authoritative and commercially astute, with strong judgement in design decision‑making, risk management, and delivering value‑focused outcomes for clients.
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:
Employee Ownership
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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-BW1
