Design Manager

We are looking to strengthen our engineering team with a Design Manager working on significant major projects in the water sector with hybrid working available.

This wil be delivering an investment programme to safeguard water resources, enhance the environment, and support sustainable growth across the East of England-one of the UK's most water-stressed regions.

We're looking for an experienced Design Manager to lead the engineering design delivery of a diverse portfolio of water recycling projects across the East region. You'll head up a multi-disciplinary engineering team, driving innovative and sustainable solutions that improve wastewater treatment performance, reduce carbon, and enhance natural capital.

As part of the role you will:

• Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water recycling and wastewater projects
• Develop and manage Engineering Project Plans covering scope, programme, cost, risk and resources
• Direct multi-disciplinary teams (process, mechanical, electrical, civil) to deliver high-quality design solutions
• Collaborate with suppliers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders to integrate designs effectively
• Drive affordability, value and low-carbon, environmentally sustainable solutions
• Ensure compliance with CDM regulations and lead a strong health & safety culture
• Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing engineering team
• Support innovation, standardisation and the use of digital engineering (including 3D modelling)
• Work closely with wider alliance functions (delivery, procurement, construction) to achieve project outcomes

About The Candidate:

• Degree in Engineering (or equivalent)
• Chartered, or working towards Chartered status
• Proven experience leading engineering teams and delivering design for capital projects
• Strong understanding of CDM regulations and design responsibilities
• Experience within the water sector or infrastructure projects
• Skilled in managing risk, programme delivery and project affordability
• Strong leadership, collaboration and decision-making skills
• Passion for sustainability, innovation and continuous improvement

What MWH offer
Packages include

• A competitive salary
• Hybrid Working?(Jobs needs dependent)
• Car/car allowance (Jobs needs dependent)
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy)
• Contribution Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Health Insurance