Workforce Development Manager

Acciona•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

ACCIONA is a global company focused on regenerative infrastructure. With over 65,000 professionals in more than 40 countries, we are dedicated to designing a better planet and addressing global challenges like climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity. We are seeking passionate individuals to join us in building the infrastructure needed for a sustainable future. The Workforce Development Manager will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing ACCIONA's workforce development programs for infrastructure projects. This role involves building sustainable talent pipelines through strategic partnerships with workforce organizations, training institutions, community stakeholders, and universities, while also supporting early career recruitment in collaboration with the Talent Acquisition team. The position is crucial for meeting project workforce needs by developing local hiring, training, apprenticeship, On-the-Job Training (OJT), and workforce inclusion initiatives that align with contractual commitments and project staffing requirements. The manager will collaborate with project leadership, Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, and external partners to enhance workforce capacity, promote career pathways, and ensure a continuous pipeline of qualified talent. Additionally, the role will support workforce participation and DBE-related initiatives to help projects meet owner requirements, improve community engagement, and maximize opportunities for local and underrepresented populations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field preferred.
5+ years of experience in workforce development, talent programs, university recruiting, or related areas preferred.
Experience working with external partners such as educational institutions, workforce organizations, or industry associations.
Strong understanding of early career recruiting and workforce pipeline development.
Experience in construction, infrastructure, or engineering environments preferred.
Strategic thinking and program development
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management
Project management and organizational skills
Data analysis and reporting
Communication and presentation skills

Responsibilities

Design and implement workforce development programs that support project staffing needs and long-term workforce sustainability.
Develop structured pathways from entry-level training to skilled employment, including On-the-Job Training (OJT) and apprenticeship initiatives.
Collaborate with project leadership and HR to forecast workforce needs and align development programs with project timelines.
Track and report workforce metrics, including participation, training outcomes, and program effectiveness.
Support project pursuits and proposals by developing workforce development plans, local hiring strategies, training commitments, community engagement initiatives, and DBE workforce participation approaches.
Establish and maintain partnerships with workforce development organizations, technical schools, and community-based institutions to support recruitment and training initiatives.
Coordinate with agencies and industry associations to enhance workforce capabilities and expand access to training programs.
Represent ACCIONA in community and workforce development forums to strengthen brand presence and talent outreach.
Lead relationships with universities and academic institutions to develop a strong early-career talent pipeline (internships, co-ops, graduate hiring).
Partner with the Talent Acquisition team to plan and execute university recruiting strategies, including campus engagement, career fairs, and structured internship programs.
Support and expand programs such as ACCIONA Academy and early career development initiatives to attract engineering and construction talent.
Develop training frameworks that support progression from entry-level roles into skilled technical and professional positions.
Align workforce programs with technical training providers to deliver job-ready candidates in key disciplines (e.g., construction trades, engineering support roles).
Promote continuous learning and career progression opportunities for project workforce.
Partner with Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partners, and project teams to ensure alignment between workforce programs and hiring needs.
Support compliance with workforce-related contractual commitments and reporting requirements (e.g., participation goals, training hours).
Contribute to proposal development by providing workforce development strategies and narratives for bids.
Support project teams in achieving DBE, local hiring, workforce participation, and workforce inclusion goals required by project contracts.
Develop partnerships with DBE firms, workforce agencies, educational institutions, and community organizations to expand employment and training opportunities.
Coordinate outreach, recruitment, and workforce development initiatives that support project workforce and compliance objectives.
Monitor and report workforce participation, OJT, apprenticeship, and DBE-related metrics and commitments.