Salary: up to £55,820 per year (depending on experience) + Car Allowance
About the role
Design & Delivery Team Manager (IDD)
Salary: up to £55,840 + car allowance (depending on experience)
Location: Darlington
We have an exciting opportunity for a Team Manager to join our Integrated Design & Delivery (IDD) team. You will lead a team of installation technicians and contractors (MEICA) in surveying, designing, procuring, and delivering low complexity/short duration asset replacements/enhancements across water, wastewater, and commercial sectors.
The IDD team is expanding due to increased capital investment, and you will help support our framework partners. Your role includes leading this transformation, ensuring a safety-focused culture is embedded within the teams.
You will manage people and resources, maintain the team's delivery plan, and oversee the operating budget. Monitoring performance indicators and supporting continuous improvement are key responsibilities.
We seek someone with strong team-building skills, performance management experience, and the ability to foster a positive working environment.
About you
Previous experience leading a multidisciplinary engineering team or relevant leadership behaviors is essential. You should be confident working with contract stakeholders, possess excellent organizational and planning skills, and be able to formulate and implement project plans.
Practical technical experience, a strong health and safety ethic, knowledge of CDM regulations, and excellent communication skills are required. Familiarity with Microsoft Office and MS Project is desirable but can be developed. A full UK driving license is mandatory.
We value diversity, inclusion, and equity, encouraging applications from all underrepresented groups.
Interviews are scheduled for Tuesday 24th June, with a smart casual dress code.
What we offer
Development
* Leadership and technical training opportunities
* Potential support for higher education
* Career growth within the company
Benefits
* Annual leave starting at 26 days + bank holidays, increasing with service
* Additional holiday for Christmas, buy/sell leave options
* Company pension scheme with up to 11% employer contribution
* Wellbeing support including digital GP services
* Discount schemes, community event leave, and more
Additional notes
Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing is required for safety-critical roles. Failing the test may revoke the job offer.
About us
Northumbrian Water Group provides water and sewerage services to millions across England. We are committed to excellent service and community engagement.
Our values
Results Driven, Ethical, Customer Focused, Innovative, One Team. We promote a supportive culture and offer benefits and discounts to our employees.
For more information, see our benefits booklet attached.
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