Drive effective contractual and financial management to meet organisational targets
Act as the primary point of contact for the client, ensuring trust and transparency
Maintain and update CRM systems with pipeline and contracted work
Lead multi-disciplinary teams, fostering engagement and a strong team culture
Ensure compliance with business management and quality assurance processes
Maximize opportunities on existing client frameworks and expand service offerings
Manage risk and commercial performance across all projects within the account
Facilitate account meetings with client and senior management to address issues and align on strategic goals
Collaborate across portfolios and units to manage conflicts of interest and promote integrated solutions
Build and sustain robust relationships with client representatives, senior leadership, and internal stakeholders (Sector Leaders, Practice Leaders, Resource Managers, Bid Principals)
Develop and implement Account Client Engagement Plans aligned with portfolio and sector strategies
Identify new opportunities, convert them into prospects, and drive the bidding process to secure projects
Support staff development and progression aspirations through collaboration with other accounts and units
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards
Support recruitment and team growth to meet account demands
Establish clear roles, responsibilities, and succession planning within the account team
Requirements
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Commercial acumen and experience in bidding and contract management
Expertise in stakeholder engagement and influencing senior leadership
Professional qualifications with a relevant body
Demonstrated ability to lead large teams and manage complex frameworks
Successful delivery of projects (time, cost, quality)
Proven experience in Environment & Water sector
Strong track record in Project, Programme, and Commercial Management (PPCM) or advisory services
Falmer: minimum 2 days per week
Benefits
We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%.
Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid.
Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years’ service.
Client satisfaction and stakeholder engagement scores
As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes.
Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high-street retailers.
Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues.
A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self-development options.
A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family.
Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay.
Primary annual professional institution subscription.
Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary.
Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too.
Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing.
Peterborough: minimum 1 day per week
A minimum of 33-35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme.
Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues.
Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave.
Health cash plan to support you with every day health costs and treatments.
Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury.
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
applications reviewed on monday 8th december.
interviews scheduled week commencing 15th december via ms teams.
candidates asked to confirm availability or any planned leave.
Visa Sponsorship
mott macdonald does not offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.
Security clearance
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
1989 Founded
Company Establishment
The company was established in 1989, marking the beginning of its journey in global engineering and consulting.
150+ Countries
Global Presence
The company operates in over 150 countries, showcasing its extensive reach and international influence.
Delivering complex projects that require both technical expertise and strategic vision.
Design of major infrastructure and transport systems.
Specializing in sustainable solutions to address challenges and capitalize on opportunities.
History built on innovation and forward-thinking engineering, consistently delivering impactful results.
Culture + Values
We are one global team.
We strive to make a positive difference.
We value people and their contributions.
We act with integrity and respect.
We are committed to innovation and excellence.
We take responsibility for our actions.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero by 2050
Aiming to achieve net zero carbon emissions globally.
30%
Carbon Emissions Reduction
Targets a 30% reduction in operational carbon emissions globally.
Committed to reducing carbon emissions globally.
Aims to embed sustainability throughout its operations.
Committed to contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Inclusion & Diversity
50:50 by 2025
Gender Balance Target
Strives to achieve equal representation of men and women across all levels of the organization by 2025.
Focuses on increasing the number of women in leadership roles.
Tracks and publishes gender diversity data for its global workforce.