Senior Buildings Structures and MEP Manager

Senior Building Structures and MEP Manager We are seeking a Senior Building Structures and MEP Manager to join our team in Austin, Texas, supporting a major, high‑profile transit program that will transform mobility and connectivity across the city. Based within the client’s office, you will work in a fully integrated delivery environment on a complex rail corridor project. In this role, you will lead the design and delivery of station packages across a program of predominantly at‑grade stations, alongside a landmark elevated station. You will ensure the effective integration of MEP systems design – providing technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams in a complex, safety‑critical rail environment, including oversight of traction power, station infrastructure, and passenger‑focused design elements. Key Responsibilities Coordinate and manage the delivery of MEP, building systems and structural design across multiple station and ancillary facilities packages Oversee key design elements including: Right‑of‑Way (ROW) lighting study and design and power distribution Fire & Life Safety systems and code compliance Pedestrian modelling and station capacity planning Structural design Provide technical leadership and integration across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring alignment between architecture, structures, rail systems, and utilities Act as a key interface within the client‑embedded delivery team, supporting real‑time decision‑making and collaboration – conveying messages to the MEP and structural designers Support utility coordination, third‑party interfaces, and permitting activities within complex urban right‑of‑way environments Ensure the delivery of safe, reliable, and compliant station environments, aligned with industry standards and transit design best practice Support safety assurance, certification, and commissioning activities for station systems and infrastructure Contribute to the delivery of high‑quality, passenger‑focused station environments, supporting accessibility, usability, and urban integration Support design management functions including scope, schedule, risk, quality, and value engineering Mentor and develop engineers, fostering a high‑performing and collaborative team environment Candidate Specification 10+ years of experience in Building MEP Systems engineering within transportation or infrastructure sectors BSc / MSc in Civil Engineering or a related discipline Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas, or ability to obtain reciprocity within 6 months Proven experience delivering transit stations or complex vertical infrastructure (e.g., depots, rail stations, public‑use facilities) Strong understanding of integrated station systems, including electrical systems, safety systems, and passenger environments Demonstrated experience in design management and multidisciplinary coordination, particularly across MEP and Buildings Systems interfaces Experience working in client‑facing or embedded delivery environments on large programs Strong knowledge of codes, standards, and safety considerations associated with rail and public infrastructure systems Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills Additional Information Full‑time Austin‑based position Relocation support may be available for candidates looking to move to Austin Opportunity to contribute to a once‑in‑a‑generation infrastructure program with long‑term impact on how the city moves and grows Benefits & Reward At Mott MacDonald, our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. We provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, and company paid life insurance. Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mott MacDonald