Infrastructure Leader for Transportation Solutions

Job Description:
Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across incredible global industries delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance – we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual.

We help conceive, drive, and implement transport solutions for cities, regions, and asset owners/operators around the globe. From preparing the business case and advising on related issues such as revenue, procurement, and environmental legislation, to delivering the completed infrastructure and helping maintain it. Our planning, engineering, environmental, and management skills cover the whole project cycle. We play a major role in developing and delivering the Global Transport Sector Strategy.

We seek an experienced Chartered civil/infrastructure Lead Engineer to be part of our Transport and Mobility Solutions Division in Ireland. You will combine managerial responsibilities with technical responsibilities to promote a collaborative approach and inspire teams to win work and deliver innovative projects to quality, budgets, and timescales.

You will have a key leadership role and responsibility for growing our Local Streets and Infrastructure team's profile by utilizing existing client relationships and business development skills to develop and grow a portfolio of work for the division. Although the role is located in Dublin, you will collaborate with our wider business in Ireland and the UK.

The role offers the successful applicant the opportunity to balance leadership in the design and delivery of a variety of complex projects ensuring technical excellence and innovation, with the requirement to engage with a range of clients including private clients, contractors, local authorities, and transport authorities to expand our client base, grow our project portfolio, and help shape the future of our division in Ireland.

Responsibilities:
- Leading multi-disciplinary teams in the design and delivery of infrastructure projects
- Demonstrating leadership and promoting a Safety First culture
- Managing the planning, design, and implementation of infrastructure projects
- Leading a portfolio of projects, ensuring delivery to client requirements, program, and budget
- Controlling project resources and monitoring against budget
- Overseeing project delivery from concept through to construction, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients, local authorities, and industry partners
- Monitoring market trends and contributing to strategic planning and growth initiatives
- Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline, or extensive equivalent experience
- Chartered (or Incorporated) Engineer
- Experience in detailed design for construction delivery
- Demonstrable record of successfully managing project teams and of planning and controlling project programs, budgets, and resources
- Demonstrate a strong track record in business development with the ability to identify and exploit growth opportunities
- Experience and/or familiarity of working with Irish clients
- Understanding of design standards including Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) Standards, Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets (DMURS), National Cycle Manual, Traffic Management Guidelines, and Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) Standards
- Represent Mott MacDonald at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities
- Be prepared to work away from home when required

Benefits:
- Pension matched up to 7% of base salary
- Competitive annual leave
- Annual professional institution subscription
- Life insurance
- Enhanced Paternity Leave
- Annual company performance bonus scheme – Subject to company performance
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Commitment to Continuing Professional Development – Accredited by Engineers Ireland
- Mentoring and support for career development and progression

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:
We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking 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 can contribute.

Accessibility:
We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

About Hybrid Working:
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.

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