Technical Director - Nuclear Infrastructure Project Management

Mott MacDonald; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and agile work atmosphere

Discretionary group and personal bonus

Life and salary continuance insurance

Job summary

Mott MacDonald is inviting applications for a Technical Director Project Management in the Perth office, focusing on Defence nuclear infrastructure programmes. You will provide strategic advice, engage with government clients and primes, and contribute to market positioning across a growing Defence portfolio.

You will join a diverse team delivering major projects across Australia, with a strong emphasis on regulatory environments and cross-functional leadership within a global firm.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications relevant to project management or engineering, with chartership desirable.
• Extensive experience in Defence infrastructure, ideally within nuclear or highly regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of large-scale programme delivery, including advisory and planning phases.
• Proven ability to engage with government clients and Defence primes at a senior level.
• Experience contributing to bids, tenders and client engagement strategies.
• Ability to bring global best practice into complex local delivery environments.
• Citizen of Australia and ability to obtain baseline and NV1 security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise in Defence nuclear infrastructure, supporting advisory and delivery services across major programmes.
• Support enterprise-level infrastructure planning for AUKUS, including long-term programme development and readiness.
• Contribute to market positioning, pursuit strategies and tender submissions across the Defence sector.
• Build and maintain relationships with key Defence stakeholders and prime contractors (e.g. BAE, Babcock Marine).
• Facilitate knowledge transfer by connecting Australian Defence teams with global expertise and lessons learnt from comparable programmes.
• Provide strategic input to downstream project and programme opportunities across national Defence initiatives.
• Strengthen linkages between Australian Defence leadership and the wider global defence business to improve access to specialist capability.

Skills

Defence infrastructure experience

Programme delivery

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Tertiary qualifications in project management or engineering

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 seekopportunities 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 Defence and Security team has an exciting opening for a Technical Director Project Management in the Perth office. This position provides specialist technical and strategic advice across Defence nuclear infrastructure programmes, supporting both clients and internal leadership teams.Working closely with the Defence National Programmes Lead, the role will contribute to market positioning, client engagement, and successful delivery across a growing Defence portfolio, with a strong focus on opportunities in Western Australia. You will be joining a diverse and passionate team with a proven track record delivering major projects across Australia.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise in Defence nuclear infrastructure, supporting advisory and delivery services across major programmes
• Support enterprise-level infrastructure planning for AUKUS, including long-term programme development and readiness
• Contribute to market positioning, pursuit strategies and tender submissions across the Defence sector
• Build and maintain relationships with key Defence stakeholders and prime contractors (e.g. BAE, Babcock Marine)
• Facilitate knowledge transfer by connecting Australian Defence teams with global expertise and lessons learnt from comparable programmes
• Provide strategic input to downstream project and programme opportunities across national Defence initiatives
• Strengthen linkages between Australian Defence leadership and the wider global defence business to improve access to specialist capability

About You

• Tertiary qualifications relevant to project management or engineering disciplines with chartership desirable
• Extensive experience in Defence infrastructure, ideally within nuclear or highly regulated environments
• Strong understanding of large-scale programme delivery, including advisory and planning phases
• Proven ability to engage with government clients and Defence primes at a senior level
• Experience contributing to bids, tenders and client engagement strategiesAbility to bring global best practice into complex local delivery environments
• Citizen of Australian and ability to achieve a current baseline and Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) security clearance

As a recognised Veteran Employment Supporter and signatory to the Veteran Employment Commitment, we actively encourage applications from current and former Australian Defence Force personnel.

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 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.

You’ve got this!