Design Manager

Matchtech; Leeds; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech seeks a Design Manager (civil engineering) for a contract role in Newcastle, with secondments into Stantec. Lead design management for water projects, overseeing timelines, budgets, and technical leadership. Role operates inside IR35 and involves coordinating diverse project teams to deliver compliant, high-quality design solutions.

Experience in civil engineering within the water sector and strong project management skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil engineering within the water sector.
• Proven ability to manage design projects from inception to completion.
• Strong knowledge of design principles, industry standards, and regulations.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills.
• Ability to provide technical leadership and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Leading design management for water-related projects, ensuring high-quality outputs
• Coordinating with project teams to deliver design solutions that meet client requirements
• Managing project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively
• Providing technical oversight and guidance to design engineers
• Ensuring compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations
• Conducting design reviews and making necessary adjustments to meet project objectives
• Maintaining strong communication with stakeholders, including clients and contractors
• Preparing detailed design documentation and reports

Skills

Design leadership

Project management

Civil engineering

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Our client, a renowned consultancy in the water sector, is currently seeking a Design Manager with a focus on civil engineering to join their team in Newcastle on a contract basis. This role involves secondments into Stantec, working on both infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects, and operates inside IR35.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading design management for water-related projects, ensuring high-quality outputs
• Coordinating with project teams to deliver design solutions that meet client requirements
• Managing project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively
• Providing technical oversight and guidance to design engineers
• Ensuring compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations
• Conducting design reviews and making necessary adjustments to meet project objectives
• Maintaining strong communication with stakeholders, including clients and contractors
• Preparing detailed design documentation and reports

Job Requirements

• Experience in civil engineering within the water sector
• Proven ability to manage design projects from inception to completion
• Strong knowledge of design principles, industry standards, and regulations
• Excellent project management and organisational skills
• Ability to provide technical leadership and guidance