Location/s:Dublin, IERecruiter contact:Madeleine KnightMott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices.We work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance – we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual.Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you're surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to bebrilliant.About The Business UnitWe help conceive, drive, and implement transport solutions for cities, regions, and asset owners/operators around the globe. From preparing the business case and advising on related issues - such as revenue, procurement, and environmental legislation - to delivering the completed infrastructure and helping maintain it. Our planning, engineering, environmental and management skills cover the whole project cycle. We play a major role in developing and delivering the Global Transport Sector Strategy.Overview Of The RoleWe are seeking an experienced Chartered Highways Lead to be part of our Transport and Mobility Solutions Division in Ireland. Located in Dublin you will be required to combine managerial responsibilities with technical responsibilities to promote a collaborative approach and inspire teams to win work and deliver projects to quality, budgets and timescales.You will be offered, and be expected to take on, a key role and have responsibility for growing the Highways team's profile by utilising existing client relationships and business development skills to develop and grow a portfolio of work for the division.Although the role is located in Dublin, you will be expected to collaborate with our wider business in Ireland and the UK.The role offers the successful applicant the opportunity to balance leadership in the design and delivery of complex projects ensuring technical excellence and innovation, with the requirement to engage with Local Authorities and transport authorities to expand our client base, grow our project portfolio and help shape the future of our division in Ireland.Key Responsibilities And Duties IncludeLeading multi-disciplinary teams in the pursuit, bidding, design and delivery of highway projectsDemonstrating leadership and promoting a Safety First cultureManaging the planning, design and implementation of highways projectsLeading a portfolio of projects, ensuring delivery to client requirements, programme and budgetControlling project resources and monitoring against budgetOverseeing project delivery from concept through to construction, ensuring quality, safety, and complianceBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with key clients, local authorities, and industry partnersMonitoring market trends and contribute to strategic planning and growth initiativesCandidate specificationEssentialDegree qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline, or extensive equivalent experienceChartered (or Incorporated) EngineerExperience in detailed design for construction deliveryDemonstrable record of successfully managing project teams and of planning and controlling project programmes, budgets and resourcesExperience and/or familiarity of working with Irish clientsDemonstrate a strong track record in business development with the ability to identify and exploit growth opportunitiesExperience within the role of Expert Witness at an Oral Hearing (ABP) or similarDesirableUnderstanding of design standards including: Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) Standards, Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets (DMURS), National Cycle Manual, Traffic Management Guidelines and Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) StandardsKnowledge of highway design principlesExperience of engineering design calculationsKnowledge of the use of BIM to coordinate design inputsRepresent Mott MacDonald at industry events, conferences and networking opportunitiesBe prepared to work away from home when requiredEquality, diversity, and inclusionWe 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 whereeveryonefeels they can contribute.AccessibilityWe want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at and we will talk to you about how we can support you.Agile workingAt 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 offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.We Offer Some Fantastic Benefits IncludingFlexible workingPension matched up to 7% of base salaryCompetitive annual leaveAn annual professional institution subscriptionLife insuranceIncome continuanceEnhanced Paternity leaveAnnual company performance bonus scheme – Subject to company performanceCycle to work schemeTravel TaxSaver ticketsCommitment to Continuing Professional Development – we are accredited by Engineers IrelandMentoring and support for career development and progressionApply now, or for more information about our application process, click here.Location(s):Dublin, IEContract Type:PermanentWork Pattern:Full TimeMarket: TransportDiscipline:HighwaysJob Ref:9434Recruiter Contact:Madeleine Knight