Client Director - Transport and Infrastructure

About Mott MacDonald Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management and development consultancy delivering transport, infrastructure, energy and built environment projects. Guided by the values of Progress, Respect, Integrity, Drive and Excellence, the firm's Australian business partners with government and industry to shape the infrastructure that connects communities. In Western Australia, Mott MacDonald is on a journey of significant strategic growth to match the magnitude of infrastructure delivery in the state over the next decade. The Opportunity Mott MacDonald is seeking a Client Director to lead and develop the continued growth and development of our Transport & Major Infrastructure portfolio in Western Australia. This is a senior leadership appointment responsible for shaping client strategy, growing key accounts, winning major opportunities and leading high-performing teams in the delivery of complex infrastructure projects. The Client Director role offers the opportunity to influence some of Western Australia's most significant infrastructure investments while leveraging the depth of Mott MacDonald's national and global expertise. You will play a pivotal role in expanding our presence across rail, roads, aviation, ports and broader infrastructure markets. Client Directors are responsible for driving sustainable growth through strategic client leadership, market engagement, project governance and business performance, while fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence and innovation. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute strategic client engagement plans: Grow trusted relationships with government agencies, asset owners, contractors and private sector clients.Shape strategy: Develop tactical strategies aligned to the Transport and broader Western Australian business objectives, adaptive to a transforming market.Win work: Lead pursuits and proposals, securing major projects and programs aligned with Mott MacDonald's values and sales targets.Lead delivery: Act as Project Director on key projects, delivering quality professional services that enhance the firm's reputation.Build deep relationships: Foster long-term connections across all levels of client organisations, becoming a trusted advisor who understands their business and strategic goals.Drive market strategy: Collaborate with Australian Market Leads to shape client engagement strategies aligned to client priorities and emerging opportunities.Collaborate globally: Use the Mott MacDonald global network to build relationships and lead effective teams across projects and locations, supporting professional development and knowledge sharing.Manage quality and risk: Maintain current knowledge of professional standards and innovation, and ensure safety, constructability and compliance across project design and delivery.Grow talent: Recruit, coach and mentor professionals with strong client engagement skills to build a resilient, future-ready team. About You You are a recognised leader within the Western Australian infrastructure market with a strong network across government and industry. You have a proven track record of building trusted client relationships, winning major projects and leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful outcomes. You will be comfortable balancing hands-on delivery with strategic account leadership. Experience: Demonstrated leadership in a project environment, with sound business development and stakeholder management experience.Qualifications: Role-relevant tertiary qualifications, with chartership where relevant to your profession.Leadership: A track record motivating teams through uncertainty, casting a compelling vision, and retaining great people.Commercial acumen: Commercially agile, with the ability to identify and mitigate risk.Communication: Clear, confident communicator, written and verbal. Why join Mott MacDonald? You’ll join a globally connected consultancy recognised for delivering visionary, sustainable outcomes. At Mott MacDonald, their employee benefits are built around five pillars: wellbeing, lifestyle, leave, career and development, to support you at work and at home. You’ll have access to a wellbeing portal, health checks, vaccinations, life and accident insurance, and confidential EAP support. They offer flexible leave options including purchased leave and paid parental leave, alongside everyday perks such as referral bonuses, retail/tech discounts and social events. They also invest strongly in your growth with chartership support, scholarships, professional memberships, mentoring, online learning and clear career progression, plus opportunities to work on impactful projects and explore international mobility. Their employee-owned model means there are no external investors, which builds a culture of genuine shared success. Everyone has a stake and a voice in the business, with a direct link to outcomes through personal and group performance bonuses. As you grow your career, your ownership grows too, reflecting your long-term impact and contribution. For senior hires, there is a clear pathway to ownership from day one. How To Apply Want to know more? Please get in touch with Emily Palmer on 0405 210 432 or send us your recent resume and cover letter by clicking on the apply button below.