Divisional GM, Heavy Civil Infrastructure — Growth & Strategy

Mott MacDonald; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Pension matching 4.5–7%

Life assurance 4x basic salary

Income protection

Annual bonus schemes

Employee ownership

Job summary

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Divisional General Manager for Heavy Civil Infrastructure to lead a ~600‑strong multidisciplinary team across UK and international markets. The role focuses on strategic growth, performance, and culture, with responsibilities spanning governance, client relationships, and operational excellence.

As a senior leader, you will champion innovation, digital delivery, and safe, sustainable practices while shaping the future of HCI within the Transport Unit and the wider

Qualifications

• Leadership of engineering or major infrastructure programmes.
• Proven track record in sustainable growth and profitability.
• Strong governance, risk management and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver a long-term vision for HCI aligned with strategy.
• Develop growth plans to create sustainable profitability and resilience.
• Build trusted executive relationships with clients, contractors and partners.
• Lead by example in health, safety, ethics and Mott MacDonald's values.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic leadership

Financial leadership

Stakeholder relationships

Change management

Job description

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Divisional General Manager for Heavy Civil Infrastructure to lead a ~600‑strong multidisciplinary team across UK and international markets. The role focuses on strategic growth, performance, and culture, with responsibilities spanning governance, client relationships, and operational excellence.

As a senior leader, you will champion innovation, digital delivery, and safe, sustainable practices while shaping the future of HCI within the Transport Unit and the wider