Blueprint Recruitment have a new and exciting opportunity on offer for a seasoned Regional Design Manager to join a leading engineering firm, in a permanent position. Within this role, you will be expected to work on a hybrid basis from our client's office in Derby, but our client will consider candidates located in Kent and East Sussex. You will be responsible for managing all design processes within a variety of Water Treatment projects. -Competitive salary of £70,000-£85,000 (depending on experience). -Company pension scheme, generous annual leave, and ongoing career development opportunities. Responsibilities: -Manage and oversee the internal design teams to ensure high-quality performance, development, and resource allocation. -Establish rapport with internal and external stakeholders to allow for the project to follow the requirements fully. -Support project planning processes, tendering, and forecasting through sharing design expertise and identifying risks and challenges. -Promote team development and progression through ongoing innovation, sustainable practices, and digital tools. -Ensure all designs comply with client standards and align with regulations through observation and quality assurances. -Nurture health and safety within designs, allowing for full alignment with CDM regulations and best practices. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Engineering and/or Design Management, or an equivalent discipline, with, or working towards, a chartered status. -5 years of experience as a Regional Design Manager, or a similar role, ideally within the water and/or wastewater management sector. -Proven ability to manage and oversee design teams, whilst working with external stakeholders. -Strong understanding of programme planning systems, pipeline forecasting, and tendering and estimation processes. -Solid understanding of CDM regulations and health and safety protocols