Job Description
Design Manager - Water InfrastructureLocation: Bristol (South West)Contract: Full-time, PermanentSalary: Up to £85,000 + car scheme + bonus + excellent benefits
We are looking for an experienced Design Manager to join a well-established Water team in Bristol, working on a long-term framework delivering critical water infrastructure schemes across the region. This is a strong opportunity for a Design Manager who wants responsibility, stability and long-term career development within a collaborative and supportive environment.
Design Manager Role
You will manage and coordinate design activities from bid stage through to delivery, ensuring designs are safe, compliant, sustainable and fully aligned with programme, cost and construction requirements.
Key responsibilities
Manage design resources, team structures and design strategy across bid and delivery phases
Lead the delivery of a coordinated, compliant and sustainable design service
Oversee the design process through all RIBA stages, driving safety, quality and continuous improvement
Develop and manage integrated design programmes, tracking progress against project milestones
Chair and coordinate design reviews and technical meetings with internal teams and supply chain partners
Ensure designs meet agreed briefs, specifications and contractual requirements
Promote innovation and embed sustainable design solutions across projects
What we're looking for
Proven experience as a Design Manager or Senior Design Manager within construction or infrastructure
Strong understanding of construction practices, standards and design management processes
Experience managing multiple projects and multidisciplinary design teams
Excellent planning, coordination and stakeholder management skills
Ability to drive performance, compliance and collaboration
Specialist knowledge of the UK Water Industry
What's in it for you?
Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy up to 5 additional days
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Family-friendly policies and strong work/life balance
Mentoring programmes and ongoing professional development
Contributory pension scheme
Annual bonus and recognition schemes
Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (role dependent)
Share-save scheme, cycle to work, gym discounts and employee wellbeing support
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