At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team to deliver innovative water engineering design solutions.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company committed to sustainability and innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, competitive pension, private medical insurance, and bonuses.
- Other info: Embrace a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the water sector while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in engineering, preferably Chartered or working towards it, with water sector experience.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
What will you be doing as our new Design Manager?
In your new position as Design Manager, you will lead a multi‑disciplinary engineering team (circa 15‑20 staff) to deliver engineering design solutions for a portfolio of water (potable) non‑infrastructure projects ranging from asset/storage point maintenance; groundwater abstraction; water treatment works upgrades and emergency projects.
Key
Accountabilities: Design Management Lead and manage the engineering design delivery for the storage points, maintenance and emergencies portfolio on water (potable) non‑infrastructure projects Develop and manage Engineering Project Plans that include scope, programme, cost, risk, and resources.
Provide direction on suitable treatment methods and process design in collaboration with Senior Discipline Engineers.
Assess project complexity and assign suitably competent engineering resources.
Implement design quality procedures and ensure adherence to achieve a right‑first‑time philosophy.
Manage supplier and subcontractor design input, including engagement, selection, management, and integration of designs.
Project Delivery Work in partnership with other functions to deliver outcomes for your portfolio.
Seek and deliver opportunities to achieve affordability and value within your portfolio.
Support the development and management of project programmes to achieve milestones and drive efficiencies.
Produce designs that contribute to enhancing sustainability.
Health & Safety Undertake delegated duties of the Principal Designer as per CDM Regulations.
Manage CDM competency assessments for your team and projects.
Ensure the production of design risk assessments and manage health & safety documentation for your portfolio.
People/Team Development Provide clear, consistent, and visible leadership to your portfolio design team.
Undertake people management responsibilities, including performance management and personal development.
Allocate resources based on project priorities and complexity.
Support team development and recruitment efforts.
Transformation Support the engineering team transformation and transition into AMP8.
Drive a culture of experimentation, innovation, risk management, and continuous improvement within your team.
Reduce carbon and natural capital within designs and embrace new digital technologies.
A little bit about your skills, experience and behaviours… To be successful in this position you will ideally hold a degree in an engineering discipline and preferably be Chartered or working towards Chartered status, with proven experience in the Water sector ideally on potable water non‑infrastructure treatment projects.
You’ll have a familiarity with UK Water Industry regulations, and a thirst for knowledge.
You’ll have solid people management skills and adaptable collaborative communication skills.
You’re aware of the importance of Quality Assurance and Risk and Opportunities Management, and focused on Right First‑Time approach, whilst considering delivery on time implications.
Employee Benefits Flexible and hybrid working (Flexworks Policy) Competitive pension contribution Life Assurance Private Medical Insurance Company car or car allowance Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
Design Manager in Peterborough employer: Sweco UK Ltd
At Sweco, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the design and engineering sector, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our flexible working arrangements, competitive benefits, and commitment to employee development ensure that our Principal Hydrogeologists thrive both professionally and personally. With exciting projects in groundwater resources and a strong focus on sustainability, joining our Leeds team means contributing to meaningful work while enjoying a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.
