Design Lead

MOTT MACDONALD; Reading; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Design Engineer to spearhead water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role offers the chance to lead a dynamic team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality designs while collaborating with various stakeholders. You'll be at the forefront of exciting projects that contribute to societal improvement, all while enjoying flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional growth. Join a company that values diversity and innovation, making a real difference in the communities we serve.

Benefits

Pension Contributions

Professional Subscriptions

Insurance Options

Generous Parental Leave

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status required.
• Experience in leading and developing design teams in water/wastewater.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams to deliver construction-ready designs.
• Ensure quality, schedule, and budget compliance across projects.

Skills

Water Design

Wastewater Design

Team Leadership

Project Management

CDM 2015 Knowledge

Education

Chartered Engineer Status

Incorporated Engineer Status

Job description

Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) is seeking a Lead Design Engineer to oversee water and wastewater infrastructure projects within the Thames Water Framework in the Thames Valley Region.

MMB continues to successfully deliver AMP 7 projects and is preparing for AMP 8 delivery with Thames Water. We seek individuals with the knowledge, experience, and drive to advance this work.

Role Overview:

The Lead Design Engineer will be responsible for all design aspects of a project portfolio, including Wastewater Treatment, Clean Water Production, or Infrastructure. You will develop and lead a team of Project Leaders and discipline engineers.

We offer:

• A project portfolio through to the end of AMP8
• Flexible, agile working arrangements
• Opportunities to develop and grow your design team
• Collaboration with regional design leads

Your responsibilities include:

• Leading your team in delivering designs suitable for construction, collaborating with commercial and operational teams
• Providing team direction, overseeing project controls, and ensuring quality, schedule, and budget compliance
• Applying client Asset Standards and promoting best practices
• Working with client Engineers to deliver projects and maintain trust
• Analyzing project performance and risks
• Fostering a positive, challenging, and encouraging environment for your team

Candidate requirements:

• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status
• Experience in water or wastewater design
• Experience in leading and developing design teams
• Knowledge of CDM 2015 duties for Designer and Principal Designer

We offer a competitive salary based on experience, along with core benefits such as pension contributions, professional subscriptions, insurance options, generous parental leave, and various employee discounts.

This role is employed by Mott MacDonald and involves working across the joint venture with JN Bentley.

About Mott MacDonald:

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy committed to societal improvement, excellence, and innovation. We value diversity, respect, and integrity, and are dedicated to employee development and inclusive workplace practices.

Our projects aim to benefit communities, such as securing water supplies and flood protection. We promote diversity, equity, and inclusion and support flexible working arrangements.