Design Manager - Water Sector

Ceto Talent; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is hiring a Design Manager for water sector projects in Greater Manchester. This long-term, stable contract role offers a competitive hourly rate of £50 - £62.50 outside IR35 with hybrid working arrangements. The successful candidate will manage multidisciplinary design teams, oversee project delivery, and implement best practices to ensure quality outcomes. Strong experience in engineering within regulated sectors and team management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in engineering design within regulated sectors (water, rail, oil & gas, nuclear, etc.).
• Proven track record in managing design teams and projects.
• Results-focused with strong technical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop engineers, CAD technicians and graduates.
• Lead the design process on multidisciplinary water industry projects.
• Drive the use of BIM and 3D modelling where necessary.
• Ensure design deliverables meet safety and quality requirements.

Skills

Engineering design experience

Managing multidisciplinary teams

Team building and development

Strong technical knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Education

Graduate or HND qualification in engineering

Job description

Design Manager - Water Sector (Contract)

£50 - £62.50 per hour (Outside IR35) | Long-term Contract | Greater Manchester (Hybrid)

OUTSIDE IR35 | STABLE LONG-TERM POSITION | HYBRID WORKING

Ceto Talent is recruiting a Design Manager - Water Sector for an engineering design consultancy offering a stable, long-term contract position outside IR35. Join a well-motivated team with a growing work bank in utilities and rail.

What We're Looking For

The ideal Design Manager - Water Sector will bring :

• Extensive experience in engineering design within regulated sectors (water, rail, oil and gas, nuclear, highways or bridges)
• Proven track record managing multidisciplinary design teams and projects
• Strong background building teams and developing junior staff capability
• Graduate or HND qualification in engineering
• Results-focused with strong technical knowledge and communication skills

About the Role

This Design Manager - Water Sector contract offers longevity and stability outside IR35 within a positive, well-motivated team. Lead multidisciplinary design delivery on water industry projects, manage engineers, CAD technicians and graduates, and shape formal processes.

Key Responsibilities

As Design Manager - Water Sector , you will :

• Manage, direct and develop engineers, CAD technicians and graduates
• Lead the design process on multidisciplinary water industry projects
• Challenge, improve and shape formal processes and procedures for the design team
• Drive the use of BIM and 3D modelling where necessary
• Ensure design deliverables satisfy safety and quality requirements within agreed timescales
• Ensure the team uses appropriate standards, best practice and software tools
• Assist with estimating hours required for design packages

What's On Offer

• Hourly rate : £50 - £62.50 per hour (Outside IR35)
• Contract : Long-term, stable position
• Location : Greater Manchester with hybrid working

How to Apply

If you're an experienced Design Manager - Water Sector ready for a stable, long-term contract outside IR35, contact Ceto Talent now.

Ceto Talent is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background.