Design Manager

Design Manager Our partner is a well-regarded and highly skilled engineering service provider in the water industry. Covering the South East region, they provide optimisation services and robust engineering solutions, with a varied portfolio across both waste and clean water. This is a great opportunity for a Design Manager to join a growing innovative business. As Design Manager, you’ll lead innovative design projects from concept to completion, managing budgets, coordinating with experts and delivering cost-effective, cutting-edge solutions across all project stages from construction to decommissioning. Your responsibilities as a Design Manager will include: * Lead and manage a multidisciplinary design team to deliver high-quality designs for water-related projects, ensuring alignment with company goals and sufficient resources. * Oversee the development of process, mechanical, electrical, civil, and temporary works designs, ensuring compliance with regulations like CDM and BS 5975. * Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure technical designs meet statutory, client standards, and identify value engineering opportunities. * Manage design documentation, conduct technical reviews, coordinate with the construction team, and ensure timely and clear production of design deliverables. * Stay up-to-date on industry innovations, changing legislation, and ensure Health and Safety compliance across all design-related activities. The Requirements: * Minimum 5 years of experience delivering design solutions from first principles. * Ideally MEng/MSc in a relevant engineering discipline and Chartered Engineer status however experience will be considered. * Proven experience in leading technical teams, ideally as a Design/Engineering Manager. * Familiarity with WIMES and water company specifications is preferred. * Strong management skills in handling staff, clients, commercial aspects, and project timelines, with excellent computer literacy, communication skills, and a solid understanding of CDM and health and safety practices. What they are offering: * A salary of £60,000-£80,000 depending on experience * Company life insurance and health care scheme * Employee benefits package * Training and development support If you are interested in this position, please click apply and attach your most up-to-date CV