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 65000 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.
Job Description
ACCIONA is a global leader in sustainable regenerative infrastructure. We are seeking an experienced Delivery Lead Design to play a pivotal role in shaping highimpact water treatment solutions across major water infrastructure programs in Australia.
About the Role
As the Delivery Lead Design you will oversee the full lifecycle of design delivery for significant water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This senior role ensures the integration of innovative energyefficient treatment solutionstargeting substantial performance improvementswhile maintaining design quality safety and compliance throughout all project phases.
You will act as the primary design interface across ACCIONA Agua engineering teams procurement construction and regulatory stakeholders. This position is critical to ensuring technical excellence value engineering and the successful delivery of complex multidisciplinary projects.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design delivery of complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
Ensure compliance with Australian Standards environmental requirements and project objectives.
Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams and manage all design interfaces.
Drive innovation value engineering and sustainable design outcomes.
Resolve complex technical issues and maintain design integrity across all phases.
Support procurement readiness construction integration and stakeholder engagement.
Required Skills and Competencies
Key Capabilities
Demonstrated design leadership in major water/wastewater treatment projects.
Strong technical expertise in advanced treatment processes and energyefficient systems.
Excellent stakeholder engagement communication and relationshipbuilding skills.
Ability to resolve design issues and optimise project outcomes.
Skilled in value engineering and delivering efficient innovative solutions.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelors degree in Engineering (Civil Chemical Mechanical Electrical or related discipline).
5 years experience in senior technical roles within water or wastewater infrastructure.
Proven experience delivering WRRFs treatment plants or large network upgrades.
Strong understanding of Australian Standards and design governance.
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer& 2025 certification in Australia which certifies the companys commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002 ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3000 people in its renewable energy infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.
ACCIONA has successfully delivered major infrastructure projects in Canada since 2000. Its leadership and experience span the entire value chain, from research and development to construction, operation and maintenance of projects.