Design Manager
JOB_53536684739904Job type
TemporaryLocation
BrightonWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Site Engineering - CivilsIndustry
ConstructionPay
£450 - £500 Per day
Design Manager, responsible for leading and managing the engineering design delivery across water projects
Your new company
This leading infrastructure and utilities main contractor is delivering a major programme of works across water and wastewater treatment sites in the South East. With a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and wellbeing, they offer a collaborative and inclusive environment where professionals can thrive and make a real impact.
Your new role
As a Design Manager, you will be responsible for leading and managing the engineering design delivery across a portfolio of water and wastewater projects. Acting as the key point of contact for design-related matters, you’ll ensure technical excellence, drive innovation, and support the successful delivery of capital schemes from concept through to construction and handover.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading multi-disciplinary design teams and managing external consultants and subcontractors
- Overseeing engineering assurance and ensuring compliance with CDM regulations
- Driving value engineering, sustainability, and carbon reduction initiatives
- Supporting project delivery teams to meet programme milestones and quality standards
- Promoting a culture of safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement
What you'll need to succeed
- Chartered Engineer status with a degree (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline
- Proven experience in design and delivery of water/wastewater infrastructure projects
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
- Full UK driving licence
What you'll get in return
- Competitive hourly rate with weekly pay
- Opportunity to work on high-impact infrastructure projects
- Long-term, ongoing contract with potential for extension
What you need to do now
Please click apply and provide a CV to express your interest in this role.
Design ManagerJOB_535366847399042025-10-302026-01-29
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