Design Manager - Water Framework - Contract Outside of IR35

Shirley Parsons; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Stockport is seeking an experienced Design Manager to oversee and develop a dynamic design team within the regulated water industry. This pivotal role involves managing multidisciplinary projects under the AMP8 framework, ensuring quality and innovation. The position offers a flexible hybrid working model and competitive day rates, providing a chance to work on high-impact projects shaping water infrastructure. Ideal candidates will have significant leadership experience and expertise in BIM and 3D modelling.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working model

Competitive day rate

Long-term engagement with a 4-year project

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in water framework delivery.
• Proven track record in the regulated water industry.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and develop engineers, CAD technicians, and graduates.
• Lead the design process for complex, multidisciplinary water projects.
• Drive adoption of BIM and 3D modelling.

Skills

Leadership in design teams

BIM expertise

3D modelling proficiency

Team development

Tools

Design software tools

Job description

Design Manager - Water Framework - Contract Outside of IR35

We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead and grow a dynamic design team within the regulated water industry. This is a pivotal role in delivering multidisciplinary projects under the AMP8 framework, ensuring innovation, quality, and efficiency at every stage.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and develop engineers, CAD technicians, and graduates.
• Grow the design team and foster a positive, collaborative culture.
• Lead the design process for complex, multidisciplinary water projects.
• Challenge and improve formal processes and procedures for design delivery.
• Drive adoption of BIM and 3D modelling; identify and implement appropriate software tools.
• Ensure design deliverables meet safety, quality, and integration standards.
• Deliver outputs within agreed timescales and budgets.
• Maintain compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Record and manage project changes for design packages.
• Assist with estimating design hours and resource planning.

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in water framework delivery.
• Proven track record in the regulated water industry.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Expertise in BIM, 3D modelling, and design software tools.

Why Join Us?

• Work on high-impact projects shaping the future of water infrastructure.
• Long-term engagement with a 4-year project scope.
• Flexible hybrid working model.
• Competitive day rate (Outside IR35).

Interested? Apply now and be part of a team driving innovation in water design.

Vacancy Reference: CR/028836