I'm currently working on a Design Manager opportunity within the water sector and thought it could be of interest given your background.This role sits within a multi-disciplinary engineering environment, where you would be responsible for leading design teams across projects from concept through to detailed design and into construction. It is a client-facing position, involving close collaboration with stakeholders, consultants, and internal engineering disciplines to deliver technically robust and sustainable solutions.Key aspects of the role include:
* Leading multi-disciplinary design teams and external consultants across project delivery
* Managing design programmes, budgets, and overall project performance
* Acting as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders
* Ensuring health, safety, environmental, and sustainability considerations are embedded into design
* Supporting design reviews, risk assessments, HAZOPs, and coordination of PSDP responsibilities
* Contributing to continuous improvement, mentoring team members, and supporting resource planning and recruitment
* Working across a variety of civil, process, and M&E engineering elements within wastewater infrastructure projects
The ideal background would include:
* At least 5 years' experience in a similar role within engineering design delivery (ideally water/wastewater)
* A degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Environmental Engineering
* Strong understanding of CDM regulations and design risk management
* Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and managing stakeholders
* Familiarity with programme management tools (e.g. MS Project) and general project delivery processes
Offer:
* Contract length: 6 months rolling contract
* Location: Reading
* Rate: £525 - £550 per day (outside IR35)
* Working arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days per week in the office
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to step into a leadership role with exposure to a wide range of project types and the ability to influence design outcomes while developing and mentoring a team.