Principal Project Manager - Oregon and Southwest Washington

At Mott MacDonald, we are driven by purpose and powered by brilliant people. As a trusted engineering, management, and development consultancy, we work with clients to solve complex challenges and deliver sustainable outcomes that make a meaningful difference for the communities we serve.When you join us as an experienced professional, you will bring your expertise to work that matters while continuing to grow your career. You will collaborate with talented colleagues across disciplines and geographies, contribute your perspective, and help shape better outcomes through technical excellence, innovation, and integrity.Build on your experience while helping shape what comes next. At Mott MacDonald, you'll work alongside talented people on complex and rewarding projects that make a real difference. We value fresh perspectives, encourage collaboration, and provide opportunities to expand your skills, take on new challenges, and grow your career. Whether you're deepening your technical expertise, broadening your leadership experience, or exploring new opportunities across our business, you'll be supported by a team that is committed to helping you succeed. At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things - delivering impactful engineering, management, and development solutions across more than 150 countries. As a global, employee-owned consultancy of over 20,000 experts, we are united by a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and delivering exceptional outcomes across sectors including Transportation, Buildings, Energy, and Water.We are entering a critical phase of growth in the Pacific Northwest and are looking for a senior leader to shape the future of our Portland and SW Washington Business.This is not a traditional project management role. We are seeking a Principal Project Managerwho will take a central role in leading, growing, and evolving our presence in the Oregon and SW Washington region.You will act as a key partner and deputy to the current leadership, with a clear pathway to future office / market leadership, while driving strategic growth, client development, and delivery excellence across a diverse portfolio.What You’ll DoPartner closely with current leadership to run and scale the Oregon and SW Washington BusinessLead and develop a high-performing, multidisciplinary teamBuild a strong internal culture focused on collaboration, accountability, and growthStep in as a visible leader internally and externally, with accelerated progression toward office leadershipBuild and expand senior-level client relationships, particularly across the Pacific NorthwestLead business development and strategic pursuits, including major opportunities with regional transport, water and energy agenciesPosition Mott MacDonald as a trusted partner across multiple sectorsIdentify and convert a strong pipeline of opportunities into winsProvide executive-level oversight and leadership on key projects and priority pursuitsEnsure delivery of complex infrastructure projects on time, on budget, and at high qualityAct as a trusted advisor to clients, bringing strategic insight beyond deliveryWork across a diverse portfolio including transportation, infrastructure, buildings, energy, and waterBring a connected, cross-sector approach to solving client challenges and creating growth opportunitiesWhat We’re Looking ForA proven market-facing leader with a strong presence in the Oregon / Pacific NorthwestExperience operating at a Principal / Director level, balancing leadership, delivery, and growthProfessional Engineer (PE) license in Oregon and WashingtonBachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline required (Master’s preferred)Minimum of 15 years’ experience in infrastructure project delivery, leadership, and business developmentDemonstrated success in: Growing client relationships and winning workLeading major infrastructure projects or programsManaging and developing high-performing teamsUsing various systems and being ISO compliantStrong understanding of regional market dynamics, ideally with exposure to major transit, water, energy and public sector agenciesAbility to operate as both a strategic leader and hands-on contributorA multisector mindset, with experience spanning more than one infrastructure domain strongly preferred.Bring your expertise, curiosity, and drive to make a difference. If you are ready to join a collaborative consultancy where your perspective is valued, your growth is supported, and you are empowered to lead with integrity, we would love to hear from you. Benefits & Rewards Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills. In addition to base salary, Mott MacDonald offers performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, giving employees a direct connection to our success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support the health, wellbeing, financial security, and professional growth of our employees. Eligible employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, FSA and HSA accounts, company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and a competitive 401(k) plan with company matching. We also provide paid time off, paid holidays, caregiver leave, employee referral bonuses, professional registration and membership reimbursements, and tuition assistance to support continued learning and career development.Collaboration at Our CoreAt Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we're together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet clients, team, and personal commitments.Equal opportunity is the law. We seek 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.English version:Spanish Version:Chinese version:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.