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Job Description

Design Manager – Multi-Disciplinary (Water Sector)

Manchester | 2–3 days per week

£500–£550 per day (Outside IR35) or £70,000–£80,000 + benefits

We’re seeking an experienced Design Manager (Mechanical, Electrical or Civil) to drive multi-disciplinary design delivery across complex water industry projects.

This is a leadership role with real influence — shaping teams, improving processes, and ensuring safe, high-quality design outputs delivered on time.

What You’ll Do

Lead, mentor and grow a team of engineers, CAD technicians and graduates

Take ownership of design delivery across multidisciplinary water projects

Embed best practice, improve formal processes, and champion continuous improvement

Drive BIM and 3D modelling adoption and ensure effective use of design software

Ensure all deliverables meet safety, regulatory and quality standards

Manage programme, resources, change control, and design budgets

Support estimating and planning of design packages

What We’re Looking For

10+ years’ experience in engineering design within the UK Water Sector

Strong track record leading multi-disciplinary teams

Experience developing junior engineers and building team capability

Water industry experience highly desirable

Degree or HND qualified (Chartered or working towards is a plus)

Results-focused leader with strong technical and problem-solving skills

Why Apply?

Lead impactful infrastructure projects in a highly regulated environment

Shape and grow a dynamic, collaborative design team

Influence standards, innovation, and digital delivery (BIM/3D)

Flexible working with strong day rate or salary options

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