Bid Director

Bid Director – Aecon Group Inc.

Join our civil east group as a Bid Director to support dynamic infrastructure projects across Canada. This role can be performed in any of our offices.

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon safely and sustainably builds what matters for future generations to thrive, leading impactful projects in transportation and energy, and partnering daily to build, connect, power, and strengthen communities.

• Safety Always – Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity – We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability – We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion – We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the single point of contact for bid‑related activities and liaise with clients and project segment representatives.
• Ensure the bid meets all requirements, manage schedules and budgets, and resolve issues to achieve successful submissions.
• Work with clients, contractors, and design professionals to develop comprehensive bid proposals.
• Identify and manage risks associated with bid proposals.
• Develop and execute bid strategies to deliver successful outcomes, including requirements management, interface management, and compliance with bid specifications.
• Ensure all bid documents are accurate, complete, and compliant with client requirements and industry standards.
• Lead teams responsible for preparing bid documents, including design, procurement, cost estimation, and technical proposals.
• Oversee the integration of various components into a cohesive bid proposal, ensuring alignment with project goals and client expectations.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant standards and regulations, including ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288.
• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.

What You Bring To The Team

• Minimum 12 years in the rail transit sector or a related field, with at least 5 years of supervisory or management experience in bid management.
• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related field; P.Eng designation is an asset.
• Familiarity with AREMA, ISO, CENELEC, MIL‑STD, and IEEE Standards.
• Knowledge of Progressive Design and Build (PDB) models and other contractual structures for rail and transit projects.
• Knowledge of legislative and regulatory requirements for passenger rail transit projects.
• Proficiency in project management principles, including budget and schedule control.
• Expertise in preparing bid proposals for trackwork systems, signaling, automatic train controls, communication systems, and propulsion power supply systems.
• Strong judgement, interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Passion for inclusion and diversity.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion, and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to adhering to the Accessible Canada Act (ACA) and providing accommodations during the hiring process.