At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead multidisciplinary teams on exciting water projects and ensure top-notch design delivery.
- Company: Dynamic engineering consultancy making waves in the UK water sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Work in a collaborative environment with great career advancement potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the water industry while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering and experience in the UK water sector required.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 85000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non‑infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. The role offers real influence, client exposure, and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non‑infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. You will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client’s offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. Candidates based across Nottingham, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non‑infrastructure projects
- Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines
- Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects
- Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications
- Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client
- Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management
- Mentor engineers and design leads within the team
About You
- Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline
- Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership
- Strong experience within the UK water sector
- Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects
- Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.
Principal Design Manager: Water Sector in Leicester employer: TipTopJob
Join a dynamic engineering consultancy that prioritises innovation and collaboration in the water sector. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have access to mentorship opportunities and the chance to lead multidisciplinary teams on impactful projects. Located in Tamworth, the company fosters a supportive work culture that values work-life balance, making it an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
