Moffatt & Nichol is a global leader in complex waterfront infrastructure. We are seeking a Senior Maritime Infrastructure & Terminal Planning Engineer to spearhead planning and design for ports, container terminals, marinas, and cruise facilities across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.
This is a strategic leadership role that blends deep technical expertise in terminal planning with business development and market strategy. You will shape the future of maritime infrastructure by driving innovation and collaborating with our international leadership team.
About Moffatt & Nichol:
Since 1945, Moffatt & Nichol has been shaping coastlines and delivering award-winning solutions for marine and port facilities. Ranked #1 in the U.S. and #7 globally by Engineering News-Record (ENR), we are trusted advisors in:
* Ports & Harbours – container terminals, bulk cargo, cruise facilities
* Coastal, Environmental & Water Resources
* Transportation, Bridges & Rail
Our global team of engineers, planners, scientists, and architects operates from offices across Europe, the Americas, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific—providing customized solutions and unmatched expertise.
Duties and responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
* Terminal Planning Leadership: Drive master planning and operational design for container terminals, cruise facilities, and marinas.
* Infrastructure Development: Oversee feasibility studies, capacity analysis, and design for complex maritime infrastructure projects.
* Strategic Growth: Collaborate with Business Unit Leaders and International Practice Leaders to expand client networks and market share in Australia and APAC.
* Business Development: Lead proposals, assemble technical teams, and craft winning strategies for major port and terminal projects.
* Market Intelligence: Develop valuation systems for marinas and create marine market analysis tools.
* Due Diligence: Conduct assessments for container terminals, marinas, and cruise facilities in partnership with global Waterfront Destination and Cruise teams.
* Program Management: Provide design oversight, cost estimating, contracting, and quality assurance.
* Global Collaboration: Work closely with teams in Europe, North America, and Oceania on integrated solutions.
* Travel: Occasional international travel required.
Other duties:
Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications:
* 15+ years in container terminal planning, port and maritime infrastructure development
* Proven expertise in master planning, operational design, and capital project delivery
* Strong track record in business development and client relationship management
* Experience across container terminals, bulk/general cargo, naval/defense infrastructure, and/or offshore wind
* Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST
Working conditions:
Work is primarily performed in an office or client-site environment, with occasional travel required across Australia and internationally. Standard office equipment and software will be used. Moffatt & Nichol supports flexible working arrangements where possible and complies with all relevant Work Health and Safety (WHS) regulations.
Moffatt & Nichol's EEO Statement:
As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities We draw from the world's best and brightest, regardless of geographic, cultural, or institutional background. This approach enables us to better understand and serve our clients, foster innovation, and create a rich, collaborative work environment.