Join Our Team as a Drainage and Water Design Team Leader!
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? We're on the lookout for a Drainage and Water Design Team Leader to join our dynamic Design team in Salford / Exeter. At Kier Design, a top-25 engineering consultancy, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions across all sectors of the built environment. With access to Kier's impressive £11bn+ project pipeline, including landmark projects like High Speed 2 and Hinkley Point C, you'll be part of something truly impactful.
We believe in building teams around our people. Our goal is to help you carve out a role where you can grow and thrive for years to come. We offer market-leading development opportunities, support for graduates, management training, and ongoing technical development. Plus, enjoy competitive annual holiday entitlement, a fantastic matched pension scheme, and the chance to invest in Kier through our Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans.
Key Details
Location: Salford / Exeter
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (some flexibility available)
Note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.
Your Responsibilities
As our Drainage and Water Design Team Leader, you will:
* Lead a Transportation Drainage & Water team to deliver work packages on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.
* Support and implement process improvements and efficiency initiatives, encouraging technical innovation in highway drainage and flood risk management.
* Act as the technical lead for assigned work packages, ensuring compliance with DMRB, LLFA, and local authority standards.
* Plan, price, and deliver work packages under Option C/E design contracts, proactively managing risks.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with Local Authorities, LLFAs, National Highways, and utilities.
What We’re Looking For
This role is perfect for you if you have:
* Proven experience leading and developing design teams (7–14 members) with strong management of programmes, budgets, and risks.
* Experience managing clients and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and positive outcomes.
* Practical knowledge of DMRB, LLFA requirements, local authority standards, and quality assurance processes.
* Knowledge of SUDS, Planning Policy, Building Regulations, and flood risk strategy approvals, along with a full driving license and willingness to travel.
Rewards and Benefits
We’re proud to offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and enjoy:
* Competitive salary and annual leave.
* Matched pension scheme.
* Opportunities for professional development and growth.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Kier, making our workplace diverse and inclusive is a top priority. We value the contributions of our employees in shaping our diversity initiatives and are committed to continuous improvement.
We can’t wait to see your application and welcome you to the #constructionrevolution. Join us at Kier!
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