Senior Design Manager – Water Projects
Shape the future of our cities and environments with AtkinsRéalis. You're invited to join a diverse and inclusive team, where your voice matters and we tackle client challenges head‑on. We offer flexible and remote working options to support your priorities, including part‑time, additional leave, and assistance for returning from a career break.
As a Senior Design Manager, you will lead design management across transformational programmes for critical UK infrastructure, including iconic engineering projects at home and abroad. You will play a vital role in every aspect of design delivery for the Water sector, providing client‑side support throughout the project lifecycle.
Your Purpose
 * Deliver technical design work following relevant design standards and codes, to a high‑quality level.
 * Prepare briefs, scopes of work, and input into bid proposals.
 * Collaborate closely with teams in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
 * Understand, communicate and manage project risks.
 * Apply quality assurance standards in design.
What You Can Bring
 * Chartered Civil Engineer.
 * Experience leading multidisciplinary design delivery, including Design & Build.
 * Solid knowledge of water and/or wastewater treatment, storage solutions, hydraulics, water supply and wastewater collection systems, and familiarity with UK design standards and practices.
 * Commercial, contractual and programme experience.
Why work for AtkinsRéalis?
At AtkinsRéalis, we are ranked among LinkedIn’s Top 25 Companies and the Times Top 50 employers for women. Our Infrastructure team uses innovation and data to help clients deliver end‑to‑end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. We are committed to engineering better for people and the planet, through our Net‑Zero programme and community projects such as EDAROTH. We proudly support diverse and under‑represented groups via employee networks and inclusive policies, offering family‑friendly arrangements and flexible working.
Security clearance
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require proof of UK residency of five years or longer. Candidates should not reference any current or former security clearance in their application.
Diversity and inclusion
We are a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can thrive. We offer flexible working, employee networks and support for staff from different backgrounds, including families, and for those returning after career breaks.
Location
Manchester office – a vital hub for our UK and international programmes.
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