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Mott MacDonald

Water Design Manager

Location:  Brisbane, QLD, AU; Sunshine Coast, QLD, AU
Location flexibility:  3 office days / week
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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

Mott MacDonald's Water team has an exciting opportunity for a Water Design Manager in the Brisbane Office. We have recently been appointed onto the fully integrated ambitious Next Generation for Delivery program with Urban Utilities. Spanning up to 10 years, NG4D will see the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, network, and treatment infrastructure across Urban Utilities’ South East Queensland operational area, This initiative will help address some of the most pressing challenges facing the region, including climate change, population growth, and ageing infrastructure. Read more: Mott MacDonald to help shape South East Queensland’s water future through NG4D partnership | Mott MacDonald

This role will interface with local delivery teams providing digital engineering on project and technical support to other staff, as well as liaise with the Global Delivery Service team for offshore delivery of digital engineering on projects.

  • Lead and oversee the technical design and delivery of water and wastewater projects from concept through to detailed design
  • Provide technical governance, review and sign‑off of design outputs in line with Australian Standards and client requirements
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  • Manage, mentor and develop design engineers and technical specialists
  • Partner with project managers and clients to manage scope, programme, risk and quality
  • Support business development, bids and client relationship management across the QLD water market
  • Contribute to continuous improvement in design processes, safety and innovation
  • About You

    • Degree in Civil / Environmental Engineering or related discipline
    • Proven experience leading water infrastructure design projects in Australia
    • Strong understanding of SEQ Water, local councils and utility standards (highly desirable)
    • Demonstrated capability in technical leadership, design assurance and team management
    • CPEng / RPEQ (or ability to obtain) preferred

    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, personal accident, 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.
    • As a senior role, you will have a direct pathway towards ownership from day 1

    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-MB1

    Working at Mott MacDonald

    3 office days / week

    A little flex time – We’re happy to talk flexible working and how we can support your responsibilities beyond the workplace. We offer a range of options depending on your role, so please discuss this with your recruiter.

    Company employees:

    18,000 worldwide

    Gender diversity (m:f:n-b):

    0:35:65

    Hiring in countries

    Australia

    Bulgaria

    Canada

    Czechia

    Germany

    Hong Kong

    Hungary

    India

    Indonesia

    Ireland

    Italy

    Japan

    Malaysia

    New Zealand

    Qatar

    Saudi Arabia

    Office Locations

    Company benefits

    Accrued annual leave
    Adoption leave – 26 weeks full pay
    Annual bonus
    Annual pay rises
    Bank holiday swaps
    Bike parking
    Book swaps
    Buddy scheme
    Buy or sell annual leave
    Carer’s leave – up to 5 days, two of which are paid
    Collaboration spaces
    Compassionate leave
    Critical Illness Insurance
    Cycle to work scheme
    Dental coverage
    Employee assistance programme
    Employee discounts
    Enhanced maternity leave – 26 weeks full pay
    Enhanced paternity leave – 2 weeks
    Enhanced pension match/contribution – matched up to 7%
    Enhanced sick pay
    Ergonomic workstations
    Eye Care Support – Eyecare vouchers
    Faith rooms
    Fully stocked snack cupboard
    Further education support
    Health assessment
    In house training
    Income protection
    L&D budget
    Learning platform
    Life assurance
    Life insurance – 4 x salary
    Lunch and learns
    Meditation space
    Meditation space
    Menopause support
    Mentoring
    Modern office
    On-site shower
    On-site yoga classes
    Open to part time work for some roles
    Open to part-time employees
    Pregnancy loss leave
    Pregnancy support
    Private booths
    Private GP service – Private Medical care for all UK staff
    Professional subscriptions – We pay for your primary professional annual subscription
    Referral bonus
    Religious celebration leave
    Reservist leave – 10 days leave
    Returnship
    Salary sacrifice
    Share options
    Shared parental leave – We match up to 24 weeks full pay
    Study support
    Tax-free childcare
    Teambuilding days
    Theme park discounts
    Travel loan
    Women’s health leave
    Women’s health support
    Mental health first aiders
    Mental health support
    Emergency leave

    Awards & Accreditations

    Best Employee Wellbeing

    Top 5 - Best Employee Wellbeing

    Flexa awards 2026
    Best Career Progression

    Top 10 - Best Career Progression

    Flexa awards 2026
    2nd - Best Career Progression

    2nd - Best Career Progression

    Flexa awards 2025
    3rd - Most Family Friendly Company

    3rd - Most Family Friendly Company

    Flexa awards 2025
    Best Work-Life Balance

    Top 5 - Best Work-Life Balance

    Flexa awards 2025
    Most Flexible Company

    Top 5 - Most Flexible Company

    Flexa awards 2025
    Best Workplace Culture

    Best Workplace Culture

    Flexa awards 2025

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