State Manager NSW

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

We’re seeking a dynamic State Manager for New South Wales, based in our Sydney office, to lead and inspire a diverse team of consultants and leaders. You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering high-profile projects, driving commercial success, and shaping our strategic direction in NSW. As an experienced professional in the consulting field, you’ll bring a strong client focus, proven commercial acumen and extensive experience in the oversight of large multidisciplinary engineering and advisory project delivery. 

Success in this exciting role will be achieved by: 

• Demonstrating positive and visible leadership that aligns with our PRIDE values, the face of our NSW business both internally and in the local market.
• Effectively delivering the business P&L in line with target budgets.
• Contributing to the development of the broader business strategy, delivering commercially successful projects and engaging with clients. 
• Efficient resource management across our markets and portfolios including recruitment, retention and people engagement.
• Supporting the Business Management Systems and health, safety and wellbeing culture while ensuring the wellbeing of the team, in line with relevant legislation. 
• Taking principal roles in State significant projects and providing support and guidance to comply with legislative and Mott MacDonald policies and procedures.  

About You 

You have deep experience in the consulting market, and you have led teams delivering quality professional services that enhance the business’s reputation in the market. You enjoy and have substantial experience leading successful teams that deliver high standards for your clients and run effective projects.  You will have both a personal and professional passion for the Business development with an excellent track record at in delivering projects in a commercial/consultancy environment.  We welcome applications from those demonstrating: 

• An inclusive leadership style.  
• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or related field
• Demonstrable record of writing proposals and winning work, ideally within the energy, infrastructure, transport or defence markets. 
• Ability to develop tactical strategies that are aligned with our business goals and that are adaptive to change. 
• Knowledge of current professional standards and innovations guaranteeing high levels of safety in project design and delivery, supported by quality checking and verification activities.
• Passionate to continuously build capability and innovation

Culture & Benefits 

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. 

Employee ownership

• 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: 

• Agile working environment, supporting our people to work flexibly 
• Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees
• Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more 
• Annual Health Checks and ongoing professional development 

You’ve got this! 

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. If you are interested in this role and looking for a part time permanent opportunity, please apply! #LI-RZ1