Water Design Manager (Melbourne)

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 seek opportunities 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 Mott MacDonald's Water team has an exciting opportunity for a Water Design Manager in the Brisbane Office. We have recently been appointed onto the fully integrated ambitious Next Generation for Delivery program with Urban Utilities, spanning up to 10 years. NG4D will see the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, network, and treatment infrastructure across Urban Utilities' South East Queensland operational area, helping address climate change, population growth, and aging infrastructure.
- Lead and oversee the technical design and delivery of water and wastewater projects from concept through to detailed design.
- Provide technical governance, review, and sign‑off of design outputs in line with Australian Standards and client requirements.
- Manage, mentor and develop design engineers and technical specialists.
- Partner with project managers and clients to manage scope, programme, risk, and quality.
- Support business development, bids and client relationship management across the QLD water market.
- Contribute to continuous improvement in design processes, safety and innovation. About You
- Degree in Civil / Environmental Engineering or related discipline.
- Proven experience leading water infrastructure design projects in Australia.
- Strong understanding of SEQ Water, local councils and utility standards (highly desirable).
- Demonstrated capability in technical leadership, design assurance and team management.
- CPEng / RPEQ (or ability to obtain) preferred. Culture & Perks
- 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.
- A flexible and agile work atmosphere that caters to your professional journey and life's special moments.
- A market-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.
- Employee ownership model meaning no external investors; you have a stake and a voice in our business, with a direct pathway towards ownership from day 1.
- Our employees enjoy a direct connection to our success through personal and group performance bonuses, and we facilitate direct communication with senior leadership to shape our future. Location(s): Brisbane, QLD, AU; Sunshine Coast, QLD, AU Contract Type: Permanent Work Pattern: Full Time Market: Water Discipline: Digital Design Job Ref: ***** Recruiter Contact: Rodger Zhao (#J-*****-Ljbffr) #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rvhee