Design Manager – Water & Civil Infrastructure Linear Recruitment is currently supporting a leading UK civil engineering and infrastructure contractor in their search for an experienced Design Manager to join their engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and delivering technical design solutions across major infrastructure projects, primarily within the water and wastewater sector. This role will involve leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams, coordinating design consultants, and ensuring all technical solutions are delivered in line with project programmes, budgets, and industry standards. The position will support the delivery of projects including clean water and wastewater treatment assets, pipelines, trunk mains, sewer networks, pumping stations, and associated infrastructure. Key Responsibilities * Take ownership of the technical quality and compliance of design solutions throughout the full project lifecycle. * Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams including internal engineers, external consultants, and specialist partners. * Manage external design consultants and ensure design deliverables meet contractual and programme requirements. * Deliver concept, preliminary, and detailed design solutions based on client and site-specific requirements. * Manage engineering budgets, design schedules, and resource plan...