Senior Design Manager – Water
Location: Falmer (near Brighton) | Hybrid Working
Salary: Competitive + Car/Allowance + Excellent Benefits
We’re looking for a Senior Design Manager to lead the design delivery of major water infrastructure projects. Based near Brighton, this hybrid role offers the chance to work on high-profile schemes in a collaborative, forward-thinking team.
The Role
You’ll oversee the design phase of multiple water projects — ensuring innovative, technically sound, and cost-effective solutions are delivered to time and budget. This is a hands-on leadership role, focused on driving quality, efficiency, and health & safety throughout the design process.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead multidisciplinary design teams across multiple water projects
* Deliver solutions that are technically robust, buildable, and commercially smart
* Ensure designs meet stakeholder needs, programme expectations, and CDM/H&S standards
* Support construction and commissioning phases with expert guidance
* Manage budgets, timelines, and resources effectively
* Promote sustainability, innovation, and continuous improvement
* Collaborate with internal teams, client representatives, and external partners
What You’ll Need
* Degree-qualified in an engineering discipline
* Chartered Engineer (or equivalent experience)
* Extensive design management experience in a design & build environment
* Strong leadership and team coordination skills
* Solid understanding of water/wastewater treatment processes (civil, process, MEICA)
* Working knowledge of CDM regulations and construction safety
Desirable
* APM qualification (or working towards)
* Experience working with remote or multi-location teams
* BIM knowledge and digital design tools familiarity
* Previous experience in large-scale water projects or global organisations
What’s On Offer
* Competitive salary + car/allowance
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (option to buy more)
* Hybrid/flexible working
* Contributory pension scheme
* Private medical, life assurance & income protection
* Wellbeing perks, retail discounts, and more
This is a great opportunity for a design leader who’s ready to shape the future of water infrastructure.
Apply now to take your next career step.
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