MidFull TimeENNorth America
ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Acciona offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more.
The Bid Design Manager will be a key member of the Bids and Tenders team, responsible for leading the design management team on large and complex construction projects. This will include reviewing and coordinating design disciplines, managing the Value Engineering design process, acting as an interface between Estimating, Design Consultants and Construction Teams to ensure appropriate design solutions are developed and meet project specifications and manage design deliverables and design program throughout the tender phase. The Bid Design Manager may have the opportunity to transition to the project team upon project award.
Job Description
Coordination of external Designers.
Manage the interface with other internal disciplines as well as Estimating and Construction teams to produce optimal design.
Lead the Value Engineering process throughout tender developing optimizations and Alternative Technical Concepts.
Review the design against technical provisions or current design standards.
Review and agreed design schedule through to delivery of technical submittal
Review contract documents providing input to tender design and detailed design agreements with external Designers.
Assess design risk and manage its mitigation through RFP process.
Develop design management procedures and ensure these are implemented accordingly.
Liaise with the Bid Director reporting on status of design throughout tender.
Involvement with ‘design strategy’ and approach.
Ensure appropriate design resources are allocated throughout tender.
Develop a comprehensive scope of service for key stages of project.
Monitor progress against programme, and report to the project team.
Co-ordinate the activities of the design team, contractors and statutory bodies (e.g. Local Authorities) in line with all applicable environmental requirements.
Ensure the design process recognizes compliancy issues, current legislation, standards and codes of practice.
Coordinate change control system and ensure changes are accounted for, authorized and implemented, as necessary, with the project manager and client.
Other duties as related to the role.
Required Skills and Competencies
Degre in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field
Demonstrated experience on civil work construction projects
Experience in Design & Build / Alternative Finance Projects, major infrastructure projects
P.Eng. and or P.E designation is is an asset
Technical knowledge in civil disciplines including roadway, structures, drainage, pavement and geotechnical.
Ability to work to tight deadlines and incorporate design changes throughout tender phase.
Ability to ensure design complies with project standards and specifications.
Ability to interact with other team members as technical lead.
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in US, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 seal, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.
