Senior Project Manager Coastal

Mott MacDonald Group; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Bonus program

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Mott MacDonald seeks a Ports & Coastal market Senior Project Manager in the Washington, DC metropolitan area to lead complex marine, waterfront, and resilience infrastructure programs for federal, state, and commercial clients. You will manage multidisciplinary teams, build trusted client relationships, and deliver projects that improve coastal resilience and waterfront communities.

Join a collaborative consultancy that values integrity, technical excellence, and growth while operating in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Coastal Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 10+ years of experience leading coastal, waterfront, marine, resilience, or related infrastructure projects.
• Experience with federal/state/government and commercial clients.
• Knowledge of coastal processes, shoreline stabilization, flood risk management, and climate adaptation.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery for marine, waterfront, and resilience infrastructure projects from planning through design and construction.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, quality and risk to ensure outcomes.
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and partners.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists, planners, and environmental specialists.
• Support business development, including client relationships, proposals, and capture planning.
• Provide technical leadership for coastal resilience and related projects.
• Oversee permitting coordination and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor junior staff and grow the coastal engineering team.
• Collaborate with regional and national practice leaders to expand presence.

Skills

Project leadership

Coastal engineering

Client relationship management

Multidisciplinary teams

Proposal development

Communication

Education

Bachelor in Civil Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Coastal modelling tools

Job description

At Mott MacDonald, we are driven by purpose and powered by brilliant people. As a trusted engineering, management, and development consultancy, we work with clients to solve complex challenges and deliver sustainable outcomes that make a meaningful difference for the communities we serve.

When you join us as an experienced professional, you will bring your expertise to work that matters while continuing to grow your career. You will collaborate with talented colleagues across disciplines and geographies, contribute your perspective, and help shape better outcomes through technical excellence, innovation, and integrity.

Build on your experience while helping shape what comes next. At Mott MacDonald, you'll work alongside talented people on complex and rewarding projects that make a real difference. We value fresh perspectives, encourage collaboration, and provide opportunities to expand your skills, take on new challenges, and grow your career. Whether you're deepening your technical expertise, broadening your leadership experience, or exploring new opportunities across our business, you'll be supported by a team that is committed to helping you succeed.

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Ports & Coastal market Senior Project Manager to join our team in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. In this role, you will lead the delivery of complex marine, waterfront, and resilience infrastructure projects for federal, state, and commercial clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic and across North America.

You will be responsible for managing multidisciplinary teams, developing trusted client relationships, and delivering projects that enhance coastal resilience, protect critical infrastructure, and improve waterfront communities. This role offers a unique opportunity to help grow Mott MacDonald's coastal practice while delivering high-profile projects for agencies such as USACE, NAVFAC, FEMA, and other public-sector clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery for marine, waterfront, and resilience infrastructure projects from planning through design and construction.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and project partners.
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists, planners, and environmental specialists.
• Support business development efforts, including client relationship management, proposal preparation, interviews, and capture planning.
• Provide technical leadership for coastal resilience, shoreline stabilization, waterfront infrastructure, flood protection, and adaptation projects.
• Support Design-Build and Progressive Design-Build pursuits and project delivery.
• Oversee permitting coordination and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to the growth and development of the coastal engineering team.
• Collaborate with regional and national practice leaders to expand Mott MacDonald's coastal and waterfront presence in the Mid-Atlantic market.

Candidate Specification

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Coastal Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or a related discipline; Master's degree preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 10+ years of experience leading coastal, waterfront, marine, resilience, or related infrastructure projects.
• Proven success delivering projects for federal, state, local government, and commercial clients.
• Strong understanding of coastal processes, shoreline stabilization, flood risk management, waterfront infrastructure, coastal resilience, and climate adaptation strategies.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and managing complex project delivery.
• Demonstrated client management, account development, and business growth experience.
• Experience working with federal agencies such as USACE, NAVFAC, FEMA, NOAA, National Park Service, or similar organizations.
• Experience supporting or leading Design-Build and Progressive Design-Build pursuits.
• Familiarity with nature-based solutions, flood protection systems, living shorelines, shoreline protection, and coastal resilience planning.
• Experience with coastal modelling and analysis tools is desirable.
• Knowledge of federal contracting processes, including proposal development and SF330 submissions.
• Excellent communication, leadership, stakeholder engagement, and relationship management skills.

Bring your expertise, curiosity, and drive to make a difference. If you are ready to join a collaborative consultancy where your perspective is valued, your growth is supported, and you are empowered to lead with integrity, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits & Rewards

The expected salary for this position is $145,000 - $170,000

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

In addition to base salary, Mott MacDonald offers performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, giving employees a direct connection to our success.

Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support the health, wellbeing, financial security, and professional growth of our employees. Eligible employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, FSA and HSA accounts, company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and a competitive 401(k) plan with company matching. We also provide paid time off, paid holidays, caregiver leave, employee referral bonuses, professional registration and membership reimbursements, and tuition assistance to support continued learning and career development.

Collaboration at Our Core

At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we're together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet clients, team, and personal commitments.

Equal opportunity is the law.

We seek 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 have the opportunity to contribute.

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