Major Projects Director -TRANSIT / TRANSPORTATION

Mott MacDonald•Westwood, MA

38d•$250,000 - $300,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Mott MacDonald is an employee-owned company providing engineering, management, and development services across 150+ countries, with over 20,000 consultants. The company emphasizes sustainability and innovation in its North American sectors including Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water. They foster a collaborative environment for employee growth and career development. Mott MacDonald North America is strategically focused on growth through major projects and is seeking an accomplished Major Projects Director. This role is central to winning and delivering major transportation and transit projects across North America, primarily focusing on Design-Build and other alternative delivery models for large-scale, complex transportation programs. The successful candidate will serve as Project Manager or Project Director, leading opportunities from early development through procurement and into delivery.

Requirements

Proven ability to lead complex teams with a collaborative leadership style that drives high morale and performance.
Strong track record delivering projects to quality, schedule, and budget expectations.
Demonstrated success delivering major transit and transportation projects using Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build, or other alternative delivery models.
Experience across the full project lifecycle: capture, win, develop, deliver, and close.
Previous role as Project Manager or Project Director for a prime designer or contractor on major projects.
Deep understanding of the A/E/C industry and alternative delivery procurement approaches.
Ability to balance client expectations with commercial objectives and risk management.
Strong awareness of Design-Build contractual risks and strategies to mitigate them during delivery.
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Confident and credible presenter to clients, partners, and executive leadership.
Ability to articulate complex issues clearly and influence outcomes at senior levels.
Demonstrated track record of winning major alternative delivery projects.
Established network with contractors, private organizations, and state agencies, with the ability to leverage relationships into successful pursuits.

Nice To Haves

Technical background with professional credentials (PE or PEng preferred).
Major projects accreditation or equivalent experience highly regarded.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and grow strong relationships with contractor and public-sector clients across key North American markets.
Strengthen Mott MacDonald’s market presence within the major projects and alternative delivery space.
Partner closely with Development and Market teams to identify and pursue major project opportunities.
Lead and contribute to RFQ and RFP responses, interviews, and negotiations.
Through a total team effort, secure major project wins for Mott MacDonald.
Provide executive oversight of major projects during initial delivery phases.
Establish projects in line with best-in-class project management practices and Mott MacDonald quality standards.
Ensure delivery against agreed scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
Manage smooth transitions to successor project leaders once projects are established.
Re-engage in the capture, win, and delivery lifecycle to support continued portfolio growth.
Demonstrate visible and inspiring leadership across North America.
Collaborate across markets, sectors, and practices to deliver integrated solutions.
Actively mentor and develop talent, enhancing employee engagement, skills, and retention.
Uphold the highest ethical standards, with zero tolerance for unacceptable behavior.
Promote a collaborative, inclusive “one Mott MacDonald” culture across the region.