Bid Director

Aecon Group Inc.

The Role

Overview

Lead bid management for rail transit projects, overseeing proposals and teams

Key Responsibilities

  • bid management
  • schedule control
  • cost estimation
  • technical proposals
  • client liaison
  • risk management

Tasks

-Ensure the bid meets all requirements, manage schedules and budgets and resolve issues to achieve successful bid submissions. -Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. -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 comply with client requirements and industry standards. -Lead teams responsible for preparing bid documents, including design, procurement, cost estimation and technical proposals. -Work with clients, contractors, and design professionals to develop comprehensive bid proposals. -Serve as the single point of contact for bid-related activities and liaise with clients and project segment representatives. -Ensure compliance with all relevant standards and regulations, including ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288. -Identify and manage risks associated with bid proposals. -Oversee the integration of various components into a cohesive bid proposal, ensuring alignment with project goals and client expectations.

Requirements

  • bid management
  • engineering degree
  • project management
  • microsoft office
  • problem solving
  • regulatory

What You Bring

-Expertise in preparing bid proposals for trackwork systems, signaling, automatic train controls, communication systems and propulsion power supply systems. -Knowledge of legislative and regulatory requirements for passenger rail transit projects. -Knowledge of Progressive Design and Build (PDB) models and other contractual structures for rail and transit projects. -Minimum 15 years in the rail transit sector or a related field, with at least 5 years of supervisory or management experience in bid management. -Excellent verbal and written communication skills. -Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related field; P.eng designation is considered an asset. -Proficient in project management principles, including budget and schedule control. -Strong judgement, interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. -Proficient in Microsoft Office (including Excel, Word, and Outlook packages). -Familiar with AREMA, ISO, CENELEC, MIL-STD and IEEE Standards.

The Company

About Aecon Group Inc.

-From humble beginnings in plumbing and gas fitting, the company has evolved into a leading infrastructure developer, with operations rooted in Hamilton since its founding in 1877. -Offers comprehensive construction services across civil infrastructure, urban transit, nuclear power, utilities, and industrial works. -Through its Concessions arm, the company specializes in private-public partnerships (P3) for global infrastructure development, emphasizing integrated delivery from planning to long-term operations. -Delivers iconic projects including the CN Tower, Vancouver SkyTrain, Montreal-Trudeau Airport, Gordie Howe Bridge, and major nuclear refurbishments. -Expanding into next-generation energy solutions with Canada’s largest battery storage initiative and leadership in small modular reactor development. -While maintaining a strong presence in Canada, the company also caters to North American markets and selectively engages in international concessions. -Demonstrates expertise in complex mega-projects through seamless integration of engineering, construction, financing, and operations.

Sector Specialisms

Nuclear

Civil

Industrial

Urban Transportation

Utility

Electrical Transmission and Distribution

Renewables

Pipeline Distribution

Hydroelectric Facilities

Infrastructure

Energy

Sustainability Solutions

Transportation

Public Infrastructure

Private Infrastructure

Construction

Water Resources

Telecommunications