Overview
At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing. As a senior design leadership role across the UK & Ireland, the Associate Director – Design Manager will sit at the heart of delivery, accountable for end‑to‑end design across major capital programmes.
Responsibilities
Operate in a highly visible, client‑facing role; lead integrated teams in alliance and D&B environments; ensure designs meet technical standards, programme, commercial and construction realities; and drive technical risk, change and complex interfaces.
Qualifications
* Chartered Engineer with 12+ years’ experience in water & wastewater
* Strong track record in detailed design and Design & Build delivery
* Experience leading multidisciplinary teams on major capital programmes
* Deep understanding of NEC3/NEC4, alliancing and integrated delivery models
* Ability to confidently manage technical risk, change and complex interfaces
* A natural communicator who can translate complexity into clarity
* The credibility and judgement to lead autonomously at a senior level
Expertise
* Design management
* Constructability
* Commissioning integration
* Technical governance
* Value engineering
* Risk & change management
* Stakeholder engagement
* Client leadership
Benefits
* Work on career‑defining infrastructure programmes with real societal impact
* Be part of a globally connected technical community with access to world‑class expertise
* Flexible, hybrid working that supports performance and balance
* A clear path to broader leadership and influence within Jacobs
* The ability to shape innovation and future delivery models in water
EEO Statement
Jacobs is an equal opportunity employer. As a disability‑confident employer, we interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all listed requirements.
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