Senior Project Leader – Infrastructure Programs & Commercial

Mott MacDonald; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Paid holidays & leave

Company paid life insurance

Job summary

Mott MacDonald in Seattle is seeking a Principal Project Manager to provide senior, client-embedded leadership across large infrastructure programs. You will drive procurement commercial analysis, project controls, and governance, ensuring delivery aligns with client objectives and regulatory requirements.

You will lead multi-discipline teams, shape delivery strategy, and support business development while upholding high ethical standards and inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of career experience in Project, Program and Commercial Management delivery.
• Experience in client-facing or embedded delivery on large programs.
• Background in contracting, with knowledge of scheduling and risk transfer.
• Knowledge of project management processes and governance.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior, client-embedded leadership across complex infrastructure programs.
• Lead procurement commercial analysis and project controls.
• Oversee project setup and governance aligned to client and regulations.
• Deliver detailed project execution plans and reporting frameworks.
• Mentor project managers and drive ethical, inclusive practice.
• Support business development and bid management activities.

Skills

Client-facing

Contracting knowledge

Project controls

Scheduling

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent

Job description

Mott MacDonald in Seattle is seeking a Principal Project Manager to provide senior, client-embedded leadership across large infrastructure programs. You will drive procurement commercial analysis, project controls, and governance, ensuring delivery aligns with client objectives and regulatory requirements.

You will lead multi-discipline teams, shape delivery strategy, and support business development while upholding high ethical standards and inclusive practice.