Design Manager - Water andamp; Wastewater
Location: Hybrid (minimum 3 days per week in office/site)
Type: Permanent
The Role
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Design Manager to lead the delivery of complex, high-impact water and wastewater treatment projects.
In this role, you will take ownership of the full design lifecycle, managing multidisciplinary teams from concept through to detailed design and delivery. You will ensure projects are delivered to the highest standards of technical quality, regulatory compliance, and efficiency.
You will play a key role in driving design performance, implementing best-practice processes, and ensuring alignment between design, engineering, and construction teams. This is a pivotal position where your leadership will directly influence project success and the delivery of sustainable infrastructure solutions.
Key Responsibilities
andmiddot;Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary design teams across multiple projects
andmiddot;Oversee the full design lifecycle from concept through to delivery
andmiddot;Monitor design performance using KPIs and tools such as Earned Value Analysis (EVA)
andmiddot;Manage design change processes and ensure effective control measures are in place
andmiddot;Ensure compliance with CDM regulations, industry standards, and best practice
andmiddot;Maintain robust quality assurance processes across all design outputs
andmiddot;Collaborate closely with engineering, project, and construction teams
andmiddot;Manage design budgets, schedules, and resource allocation
andmiddot;Provide leadership, guidance, and support to design teams
Experience Required
andmiddot;8-10 years' experience in design management or design delivery
andmiddot;Ideally within water and wastewater projects
andmiddot;Strong understanding of water treatment processes
andmiddot;Experience in monitoring design performance, including use of EVA
andmiddot;Proven experience managing design change and regulatory compliance, including CDM
Skills andamp; Competencies
andmiddot;Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
andmiddot;Excellent communication with the ability to influence at all levels
andmiddot;Highly organised with strong attention to detail
andmiddot;Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines under pressure
andmiddot;Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
andmiddot;Confident decision-maker with a collaborative approach
Qualifications
andmiddot;Degree in Engineering, Design, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field
andmiddot;Chartered status or working towards
andmiddot;Strong understanding of CDM responsibilities and design governance
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead impactful engineering projects that support critical infrastructure and deliver sustainable solutions for communities and the environment.
If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, lead teams, and drive real project outcomes - apply today.