Senior Bid Manager Water
Job Summary
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
Benefits
- Be part of a sustainabilitydriven global organisation with a strong Australian pipeline
- National leadership role with visibility across major water infrastructure bids
- Opportunity to influence projects from bid stage through to delivery
- Collaborative environment with local and international exposure
About the Project
ACCIONA is a global leader in sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy solutions. We design and deliver complex highimpact projects that shape the future of communities worldwide.
ACCIONA Agua specialises in advanced water treatment solutions including water treatment plants desalination facilities and largescale water infrastructure projects. As part of ACCIONAs continued growth in Australia Agua is progressing major water sector opportunities that will play a critical role in longterm national water security.
About the Opportunity
ACCIONA Agua is seeking an experienced Senior Bid Manager to lead strategic bids and support longterm growth across the Australian water market.
This position can be based in Brisbane Sydney or Melbourne and will require regular national travel to support tender activities and build strong client relationships. Reporting to senior leadership you will lead the endtoend bid process for major highvalue opportunities guiding multidisciplinary teams and shaping competitive proposals aligned to ACCIONAs commitment to excellence and innovation.
You will collaborate closely with teams across Australia and Spain influencing outcomes at a senior level.
What are the key accountabilities for the position
Client Engagement & Strategy
- Develop and refine client engagement and messaging strategies
- Build longterm strategic relationships with key clients
- Anticipate future client needs through proactive market engagement
- Represent ACCIONA as a trusted advisor in industry forums
Business Strategy & Project Selection
- Identify emerging markets and new sectors through analysis and assessment
- Support vertical integration strategies and wholeofbusiness approaches
- Contribute to longterm business strategy based on market insights
Bid Leadership
- Lead the full bid lifecycle from initiation through to submission
- Establish bestpractice bid management frameworks and tools
- Mentor and guide bid teams through complex tender processes
- Drive innovation in bid efficiency quality and delivery
Governance & Approvals
- Prepare governance documentation for complex bids
- Manage approval workflows and ensure governance compliance
- Liaise with executive stakeholders in Australia and Spain
Commercial & Contractual Management
- Integrate commercial modelling and risk analysis into bid strategy
- Negotiate consultant and partner agreements
- Review tender documentation and contracts
- Develop financial deliverables costings and cashflows
CrossFunctional Coordination
- Coordinate technical engineering operations commissioning and risk teams
- Manage partner and thirdparty deliverables
- Attend site visits and lead bid kickoff meetings
- Oversee preparation of technical and commercial documentation
PostBid Activities
- Lead project defences and clarifications
- Capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement
Required Skills and Competencies
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Construction Management or a related field
- 12 years experience in bid management tendering and/or project delivery
- Strong experience on major infrastructure and water sector projects ideally desalination and water treatment plants
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex bids and multidisciplinary teams
Skills & Capabilities
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Strong commercial acumen and negotiation capability
- Ability to manage risk quality and compliance on highvalue bids
- Strategic thinker with excellent planning and prioritisation skills
- Comfortable operating in complex fastpaced and evolving environments
What we offer
Engineers and professionals at ACCIONA work on complex meaningful infrastructure. You will join teams that solve technical problems and deliver projects with lasting community value. You will have access to development programs supportive leaders and a culture built on safety collaboration and innovation.
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.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
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.