Working here isn’t just a job. You can advance your career at Avove, and we’ll reward you with a range of benefits that recognise great work. We provide full training and continuous development to help you reach your potential. We strive to create an inclusive working environment where everyone can be themselves. Join us and take the next step towards a fulfilling career. About the role… We have been awarded a major multi-million-pound design and build framework agreement with Northumbrian Water Group (NWG) as part of NWG’s Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8) £3.6 billion investment programme. As we embark on this exciting 12-year design and build framework, we are looking for a Design Project Manager to join our Design Team. This is a full-time permanent role, based from either our Durham or Glasgow office (other locations will be considered and can involve a mix of office and home working) As a Design Project Manager, you will lead the delivery of complex multidisciplinary design programmes across our water and wastewater portfolio, ensuring engineering solutions are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme, budget and quality objectives. You will play a key leadership role in managing design performance, governance, resources and stakeholder relationships across a diverse range of infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects. Please note: a full valid driving licence is a pre-requisite for this role. What will your day look like… Leading multidisciplinary design teams to deliver water and wastewater projects safely, on time and within budget. Managing multiple design workstreams and ensuring programme, quality and commercial objectives are achieved. Building strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, operational teams and framework partners to support successful project delivery. Leading design assurance activities, managing risk and driving continuous improvement initiatives across programmes. Planning and coordinating engineering resources, including external design partners and consultants. About you… Please note: we encourage those who do not meet all of the criteria below to apply. Degree-qualified in Engineering or Project Management (or equivalent) Experience delivering water and wastewater projects. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams. Strong leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills. Demonstrable experience managing multiple projects or programmes simultaneously. Experienced in working collaboratively with clients, external design partners and geographically dispersed teams. Expertise in project governance, technical assurance, risk management and programme delivery. Strong commercial awareness with experience operating within NEC contracts and AMP programmes. Experience mentoring colleagues and supporting business growth initiatives. Committed to fostering collaborative, high-performing teams and driving continuous improvement. What’s in it for you… We offer a rewarding salary that is tailored to your skills and experience. But that’s not all! We celebrate hard work and give recognition to our colleagues. In addition to this, we understand that one size doesn’t fit all so everyone has access to a variety of flexible benefits that work for you. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Company car/ car allowance Company pension scheme Life assurance Private GP Helpline
Project Manager (Design) employer: Avove
At Avove, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive. With a strong emphasis on professional development, our hybrid working model in Derby allows for flexibility while providing access to a range of benefits including a generous holiday allowance, health and wellbeing support, and opportunities for community engagement. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the infrastructure sector while advancing your career in a company that values safety, collaboration, and personal growth.
