Commercial Director

Mott MacDonald is a dynamic and innovative engineering, management and development consultancy working with high profile clients across Australia and globally.  We're the driving force behind some of Australia's most iconic infrastructure ventures that are transforming the way we live, work, and play. 
 
Our national and globally connected business allows opportunities for our people to be involved and work on key globally recognised projects such as the Queensland local Borumba Pumped Hydro Project, Brisbane Olympics 2032, Cross River Rail, Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail, and other nationally significant opportunities across Australia, South-East Asia, North America and Europe - projects that shape the communities in which we live. You will have opportunities to build connections across our networks of international experts and bring your knowledge to our clients and to their projects.

Following growth in the Queensland market and with a strong pipeline of current projects and upcoming opportunities, we are looking to continue the growth of our commercial team.

The Opportunity 

Our Project Strategy & Delivery team is looking for a Commercial Director with credentials across a range of experience to support the delivery of our committed work, and growing pipeline of prospects for government and institutional clients. The role can include everything from leading pre-contract commercial negotiations with clients and partners to providing independent commercial advice as a consultant to clients actively delivering their infrastructure programs.

With us, you’ll engage across several key markets – transportation, energy, defence, water and the built environment in Queensland and across Australia.

You will be joining a diverse team of consultants who are passionate about what they do, with a proven track record guiding our clients, and leading delivery of our most critical projects. At the nexus of technical and commercial issues, our team take ownership of tough problems and consciously move projects forward.

Depending on your specific expertise, your responsibilities will include various aspects of:

• Leading commercial negotiations with various parties, including clients and industry partners, in complex arrangements across joint ventures, design and construct engagements, and collaborative delivery models such as within Alliances and as Integrated Delivery Partners.
• Handling of contractual frameworks, standard contract forms, and their effective administration including as our trusted representative and at times on behalf of clients.
• At times providing clients with consulting advice on commercial elements of infrastructure delivery including in collaboration with multidisciplinary professionals.
• Identifying and acting upon opportunities to improve commercial management procedures, templates, and products that improve our client services.
• Advising our senior leadership on matters of commercial risk and governance.
• Collaborating with in-house counsel, insurance managers, and technical leads to produce fit for purpose internal solutions to commercial risks.
• Mentoring and developing commercial acumen within and beyond your team.

About You
As a senior member of the team, you will be well regarded by your peers and effective in collaborative environments. While you may not demonstrate all of the following indicators, we encourage you to consider the role if you have particular experience in many of the following areas and an interest in developing in the others:

• Establishing an inclusive leadership style with a track record of developing others
• Holding tertiary qualifications relevant to commercial management, law, engineering or business
• Having practical experience administering various standard forms of infrastructure contracts, for example, DTMRs TIPDS suite, NEC, AS 2124, AS 4000, etc.
• Successfully forming strategic teaming agreements and Joint Ventures for infrastructure opportunities
• Undertaking due diligence on partners and clients and making recommendations to executives
• Celebrating success representing technical consultancies within major projects
• Consulting on energy, transport, or signature social infrastructure projects
• Honing your strong commercial skills and detailed understanding of relevant procurement and delivery strategies in Queensland
• Knowing when and how to exert your influence effectively

What you will gain

• Growth and development – Access to leadership pathways, mentoring programs, and continuous learning opportunities
• Recognition and impact – Be celebrated for your contributions and see the tangible outcomes of your work in communities across Australia
• Wellbeing and belonging – Thrive in a culture that prioritises mental health, work-life balance, and inclusivity
• Purpose and pride – Join a team that values diversity, upholds integrity, and is driven by a shared commitment to societal progress

Ready to lead with purpose and make a difference?
Apply now and be part of a team where your voice is heard, your work is valued, and your impact is real.

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!