Design Manager

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.
Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure, and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

Job Description

Benefits

• Access mentoring and structured career development pathways
• Competitive salary in line with experience + Acciona Bonus Incentive Scheme
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance

Project Info
Join ACCIONA and be part of a team delivering one of New Zealand's most significant transport infrastructure projects. The Northland Corridor Warkworth to Te Hana - Ara Tūhono project will enhance connectivity, improve safety and support regional growth, leaving a lasting legacy for future generations.

About Opportunity
As Design Manager, you will oversee the development and delivery of concept designs, keeping them aligned with project and tender goals for time, cost, safety, constructability and quality. Reporting to the Senior Engineering Manager, you will control the design scope and budget, support value engineering and risk management, and act as the key point of contact between ACCIONA personnel and design consultants. You will manage the commercial and technical interface with consultants and help secure design approvals from clients and authorities.

Key Accountabilities

• Direct development and delivery of concept designs
• Control design scope, budget and program
• Manage consultant agreements and commercial performance
• Identify design gaps and risks, and escalate to stakeholders
• Coordinate design changes and resource allocation
• Engage clients and authorities to secure design approvals
• Champion safety in design and constructability outcomes

Required Skills and Competencies

• Degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management
• Experience delivering complex design-and-construct (D&C) projects
• Track record managing multidisciplinary design teams
• Strong understanding of design management and construction methods
• Skilled communicator across stakeholder and consultant groups

Why join us?

At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.

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.

Applicants must be a New Zealand Resident/Citizen or hold appropriate work rights to work in New Zealand.