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
Due to strong growth and an exciting pipeline of projects, Mott MacDonald's Transport team has an exciting opening for a Public Utility Plant (PUPs) engineering in the Brisbane, Gold Coast or Sunshine Coast office. You will be joining a diverse and passionate team with a proven track record delivering major projects across Australia.
As a PUPs Engineer, you will be responsible for the identification, assessment, coordination and management of utilities impacted by major transport infrastructure projects. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will engage closely with clients, utility authorities, contractors and designers to develop practical utility solutions that support successful project delivery. You will have the opportunity to contribute to some of Queensland's most complex road, rail and public transport projects while building strong relationships with key utility stakeholders across the region.
Provide specialist Public Utility Plant (PUPs) engineering expertise across major road, rail and transport infrastructure projects.
Lead and support utility investigations, identification, protection, relocation and stakeholder approval processes.
Coordinate utility relocation and adjustment works, ensuring compliance with client, regulatory and utility authority requirements while minimising disruption to essential services.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key utility providers and authorities including Urban Utilities, Unitywater, Seqwater, Logan Water, Redland City Council, and City of Gold Coast Water and Waste.
Identify, assess and manage utility-related risks and opportunities, implementing innovative and value-driven solutions.
Collaborate with clients, utility authorities, contractors, subconsultants and multidisciplinary project teams to deliver successful project outcomes.
Prepare, review and undertake quality assurance of utility strategies, technical reports, designs and project deliverables.
Support business development activities through proposals, tenders, fee submissions and client engagement.
Help grow Mott MacDonald's presence within the Queensland transport market by developing trusted client relationships and identifying opportunities for future work.
Contribute to technical leadership, knowledge sharing and the ongoing development of our Queensland Transport team.
Foster a collaborative, inclusive and high-performing culture while mentoring and supporting colleagues.
About You
We're interested in hearing from professionals who bring:
A degree qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
Demonstrated experience working with Public Utility Plant (PUPs) on transport, civil or infrastructure projects.
Strong knowledge of utilities coordination, relocation and authority engagement within Queensland.
Experience working with utility owners, water authorities, councils and service providers.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Experience on major road, rail or public transport projects will be highly regarded.
A proactive, collaborative approach and a passion for delivering quality outcomes.
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.
Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:
Employee Ownership
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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
Mott MacDonald is an employee-owned engineering, development and management consultancy, with more than 20,000 people in over 50 countries. We plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings and wider infrastructure that is integral to people’s daily lives. Our core strength is using our expertise to overcome complex challenges, for the benefit of our clients and the communities they serve.
This infrastructure connects new and existing communities, it improves access to a wider range of amenities and vital public services, powers sustainable economic growth, and builds greater environmental resilience. These projects address some of society’s biggest challenges, and from their scope to their scale, they are as diverse as they are complex.
Through our global network of specialists, we apply excellence and innovation to overcome these challenges. The culture we have created at Mott MacDonald is integral to this. It enables our brilliant people to thrive in a nurturing environment, collaborating with and learning from our industry leaders to develop pioneering solutions and build technical expertise in their fields.
With this approach, we achieve transformative social outcomes for our clients and the communities they serve – from accessibility, to inclusion, empowerment, resilience and wellbeing. These are at the heart of our purpose, and the forefront of our minds in everything that we do.
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