Denver Team Lead

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

Mott MacDonald is seeking a dynamic leader to spearhead our Denver office operations. This is an all-encompassing leadership role that blends strategic business acumen, project excellence, and people-centric leadership. The successful candidate will be instrumental in shaping the future of our Denver office, driving growth, fostering culture, and positioning us to win major pursuits.

Key Responsibilities

• Local Leadership & Strategy
• Serve as the face of Mott MacDonald in Denver, representing the office internally and externally.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to grow the Denver office, with a focus on high-value clients and impactful projects.
• Expand capabilities in water treatment, transit, and highways, supporting other offices as needed.
• Project & Pursuit Excellence
• Act as Project Principal on key projects, ensuring strong positioning and delivery.
• Lead pursuit strategy and process development to secure major contracts with a focus on larger, more strategic clients.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with key clients to drive long-term partnerships and trust.
• Financial & Business Acumen
• Oversee P&L for the Denver office, ensuring financial health and sustainable growth.
• Drive business decisions with a strong understanding of financial metrics and market dynamics.
• Team Leadership & Development
• Lead and develop teams and office structure, fostering career growth and development
• Mentor staff, guiding career paths and building a culture of belonging and excellence.
• Promote an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performance work environment.
• Demonstrate a consistent and reliable in-office presence to foster collaboration and team cohesion

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading and growing multidisciplinary teams and developing career pathways for staff.
• Experience managing complex infrastructure projects and overseeing office operations.
• Strong background in either water and wastewater treatment or transportation and infrastructure.
• Demonstrated success in business development and pursuit strategy.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and interpret P&L statements to drive strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.
• Able to translate financial data into actionable insights, ensuring the office operates profitably while maintaining high standards of project delivery and client satisfaction. 
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Have local market connections or ability to quickly learn and adapt to the local Denver market.
• Has a passion for mentoring and developing others

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you!

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

At Mott MacDonald, we provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave and company paid life insurance. 

The expected salary for this position is $157,000  - $192,000

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

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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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.