Client Director Defence

Client Director – Department of Defence, Australia

Shape the Future. Lead with Purpose.

At Mott MacDonald, we believe in creating lasting societal impact through innovation, collaboration, and integrity. As a Client Director for Department of Defence, Australia in our Defence leadership team, you’ll be at the forefront of building trusted partnerships, driving transformational infrastructure and capability projects, and mentoring the next generation of industry leaders. This is more than a role—it’s a platform to make a difference.

Your Mission

As the primary Australian contact for our Platinum Client, you will:

• Build Deep Relationships
  Foster meaningful, long-term connections across all levels of our client organisation and industry partners, becoming a trusted advisor who understands their business and strategic goals.
• Win Work with Integrity
  Champion our collaborative culture while pursuing and securing major projects and programs aligned with our values and sales targets.
• Lead Authentically
  Engage directly in project delivery to earn respect and credibility, demonstrating hands-on leadership and technical excellence.
• Drive Market Strategy
  Collaborate with our Defence & Security Market Lead to shape client engagement strategies that align with Defence priorities and emerging opportunities.
• Promote Excellence
  Leverage our global capabilities to introduce innovative, high-quality services that meet client needs and uphold our reputation for excellence.
• Grow Talent
  Recruit and nurture professionals with strong client engagement skills, providing coaching and mentorship to build a resilient, future-ready team.

What You Bring

You bring deep experience working with the Department of Defence, particularly within the Security and Estate Group in infrastructure services, and ideally within the Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group under defence support services. Your strong network and market reputation are backed by a proven ability to position, win, and deliver major infrastructure projects, navigate complex government processes, and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams. Whether your background is in Defence APS roles, consulting, construction, or Defence Primes, you demonstrate a commitment to excellence and strategic client engagement.

Why Mott MacDonald?

• Global Expertise, Local Impact
  We’re a Tier 1 consultancy with demonstrated experience on major programs > $60B CAPEX, delivering engineering, management, and development services across Australia.
• Defence Excellence
  Our Defence consultancy spans UK, US, and Australian programs, including industry-leading nuclear submarine infrastructure and sustainment.
• Panel Presence
  We’re proud members of the Australian Defence Infrastructure Panel for Project Management, Contract Administration, and Infrastructure Engineering Assessments.
• Established Partnerships
  We’re a trusted provider to the Estate Works Program, with a strong foundation to build upon.

Ready to make a meaningful impact?
Join us in building a better, more connected Australia where your leadership drives progress and your values shape the future.

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:

• Annual health checks
• Ongoing professional development
• A flexible and agile work atmosphere that caters to your professional journey and life's special moments
• A competitive salary complemented by group bonus incentives, recognising the dedication you invest
• Comprehensive coverage including life, personal accident, and salary continuance insurance, providing peace of mind during uncertain times
• Opportunities to enhance your work-life balance through the option to purchase extra annual leave
• Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more

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! 

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking 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.

Agile working

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 embrace agility, flexibility and trust.