Technical Director Network Planning

JobSpace; Auckland; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Performance bonuses

Life insurance

Salary continuance

Extra annual leave

Job summary

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Technical Director - Network Planning to lead our stormwater and wastewater network strategies in New Zealand. You will shape long-term investment programmes, guide complex analyses, and influence critical infrastructure decisions for communities across Aotearoa.

You'll work with planners, modellers and design teams to develop master plans, invest in resilience, and deliver major projects while expanding client relationships and thought leadership in the water sector.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil, Environmental or Water Engineering.
• Extensive experience in stormwater and/or wastewater network planning.
• Strong understanding of network performance and investment planning.
• Experience applying hydraulic modelling to inform planning decisions.
• Experience developing business cases and long-term capital programmes.
• Chartered Professional Engineer or equivalent accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of stormwater and wastewater network strategies, master plans and investment programmes.
• Provide technical leadership for network planning and hydraulic assessments.
• Advise on growth servicing, network performance and resilience.
• Guide capacity assessments and future servicing requirements.
• Support asset management plans and capital works programmes.
• Oversee hydraulic modelling to support strategy and investment decisions.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams and manage client relationships across NZ.

Skills

Network planning

Hydraulic modelling

Stakeholder engagement

Project leadership

Water engineering

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Chartered Engineer

Water/Wastewater specialization

Tools

Job description

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Technical Director - Network Planning (Stormwater & Wastewater)

Together, we can shape the future of water infrastructure

At Mott MacDonald, we're delivering some of New Zealand's most significant water infrastructure projects. As communities grow and climate challenges evolve, the need for resilient, sustainable and future-ready water networks has never been greater.

We're seeking a Technical Director - Network Planning to provide technical leadership across our water business, helping clients plan, prioritise and invest in the stormwater and wastewater networks that will support New Zealand's future.

This is an opportunity to play a leading role in shaping major infrastructure programmes, influencing investment decisions, and delivering better outcomes for communities across Aotearoa.

The Opportunity

As a Technical Director, you'll be recognised as a trusted advisor to clients and a technical leader within our Water business. You'll lead the planning and strategy for complex stormwater and wastewater networks, helping clients respond to growth, ageing infrastructure, environmental challenges and increasing service expectations.

Working closely with planners, modellers, asset managers and design teams, you'll develop network strategies, master plans and infrastructure investment programmes that support long-term community outcomes.

You'll also contribute to business development, project direction and thought leadership across the water sector.

What You'll Do

• Lead the development of stormwater and wastewater network strategies, master plans and long-term investment programmes.
• Provide technical leadership for network planning, hydraulic assessments and infrastructure planning projects.
• Advise clients on growth servicing, network performance, resilience and climate adaptation.
• Guide the assessment of network capacity, system constraints and future servicing requirements.
• Support the development of asset management plans, capital works programmes and business cases.
• Oversee the application of hydraulic modelling to support strategic planning and investment decisions.
• Provide technical direction on servicing strategies for growth areas, urban development and infrastructure upgrades.
• Act as a trusted advisor to local authorities, water utilities and infrastructure owners.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams and contribute to winning and delivering major projects across New Zealand.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships across the water sector.

About You

You'll be a recognised water industry professional with significant experience in network planning, infrastructure strategy or hydraulic modelling.

You'll bring:

• A degree in Civil, Environmental or Water Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in stormwater and/or wastewater network planning.
• Strong understanding of network performance, capacity assessment and infrastructure investment planning.
• Experience applying hydraulic modelling to inform network planning and decision-making.
• Knowledge of growth servicing, resilience planning and asset management principles.
• Experience developing business cases, investment strategies and long-term capital programmes.
• Strong client engagement and stakeholder management skills.
• A track record of leading complex projects and influencing strategic outcomes.
• Chartered Professional Engineer (or equivalent professional accreditation).

Why Join Mott MacDonald?

You'll join a highly regarded Water team delivering major programmes across New Zealand and the wider Asia-Pacific region. With access to local and global expertise, you'll have the opportunity to work on some of the most complex water challenges facing our communities today.

We value technical excellence, collaboration and innovation, and we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and make a lasting impact.

You've Got This

Even if you don't meet every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. We recognise that talented professionals bring diverse experiences and perspectives, and we're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can succeed.

If you're passionate about helping shape the future of New Zealand's water infrastructure and want to make a meaningful impact at a strategic level, we'd love to hear from you.

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.

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

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.