Technical Director

Job Description

At Mott MacDonald, we’re proud to be part of an ever-changing global industry, delivering transformative work that’s defining our future. It’s our people who power that performance. As a proudly employee-owned business, we’re committed to creating a platform where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered—with the right tools, support, and opportunities to thrive.

We’re looking for a Technical Director – Energy to lead the technical strategy, innovation, and execution of energy-related projects. This is a senior leadership role that offers the chance to shape the future of energy infrastructure while contributing to career-defining projects that create essential social outcomes.

Job Profile

As a key member of our leadership team, you will:

• Lead and nurture 5–6 client accounts for corporate advisory services, achieving or exceeding net revenue targets.
• Influence and advise clients on robust infrastructure solutions that align with their strategic goals.
• Establish long-term client relationships and secure consultancy work across advisory, PPCM, PMC, engineering, and development portfolios.
• Ensure delivery excellence and innovation across all projects, reinforcing our reputation for quality and credibility.
• Provide strategic oversight and assurance across the vertical, ensuring timely interventions and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Technical Leadership

• Define and implement the business plan and roadmap for energy projects.
• Align technical solutions with business objectives and sustainability goals.
• Track the prospects pipeline and prepare winning strategies, including early positioning.
• Drive the bidding process, ensuring technically and commercially sound proposals.

Project Development & Execution

• Oversee technical aspects of project development, including feasibility studies, detailed reports, procurement, and commissioning.

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Build and lead multidisciplinary technical teams.
• Mentor engineers and project managers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence.
• Represent Mott MacDonald in professional circles through thought leadership and networking.
• Stay ahead of industry trends to shape our market strategy and client offerings.

Operational Excellence

• Optimize energy asset performance using data-driven insights.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and industry standards.
• Lead resolution of complex technical challenges.

Desired Qualifications and Experience

• 15+ years in the Energy Sector, including project development, engineering, consultancy, or operations.
• Proven leadership in large-scale energy projects (solar, wind, hydrogen, grid modernization).
• Understanding of finance and core engineering projects.
• Familiarity with carbon markets, ESG reporting, and climate risk frameworks.
• Strong business development and project management skills.
• Graduate degree in engineering and a postgraduate degree in business or finance.
• Willingness to travel within and outside India.
• Fluency in English with excellent communication and report writing skills.

Candidate Specification

We’re looking for someone who:

• Communicates with impact and gravitas.
• Balances assertiveness with empathy.
• Is persuasive, adaptable, and diplomatic.
• Demonstrates strong influencing and leadership skills.

At Mott MacDonald, we employ brilliant people and trust them to do brilliant things. You’ll be part of a global community of experts who combine their diverse skills to stay ahead of the curve and move the industry forward. Whether you want to deepen your expertise or broaden your experience across flexible roles, the possibilities are as varied as every individual.

Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where everyone has the opportunity to be brilliant. Join us and be part of a team that’s shaping a better future—for our clients, our communities, and each other.

Flexible working
At Mott MacDonald, we support our staff to create work-life balance which works for them and welcome candidates looking for career flexibility. We are open to discussing flexible working at interview stage.

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:

• Agile working
• Critical illness and compassionate leave
• Paternity Leave
• Group term life insurance, and Group medical insurance coverage
• Career mobility options
• Short and Long-term global employment opportunities
• Global collaboration and knowledge sharing