Design Manager (Water/Wastewater Engineering)

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Design Manager for their Leeds office. This role involves leading project teams, working on innovative water projects, and ensuring sustainable solutions for clients across the UK. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in engineering and have experience in a similar field, with opportunities for career development and leadership growth.

Qualifications

• Passion for solving engineering problems and experience in a leadership role.
• Technical background in Civils, MEICA, or Process disciplines.
• Degree qualified with experience in a similar position.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop project teams through the technical delivery process.
• Work collaboratively with clients to identify innovative solutions.
• Manage all aspects of project lifecycle within the water sector.

Skills

Engineering problem solving

Leadership

Collaboration

Innovative thinking

Education

Qualified engineer (or equivalent)

Chartered or member of a relevant engineering institution

Job description

Do you have a passion for engineering and a desire to make a real difference?

With AMP8 underway, we have exciting growth plans across the business and are now looking to grow our Major Projects team through the appointment of experienced Design Managers into our Leeds office.

This is your chance to:

• Lead and develop project teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.

• Work on exciting water projects that push boundaries and make a significant impact.

• Partner with top water clients across the UK, shaping the future of the industry.

We're a leading engineering consultancy with continued growth ambitions, building on a successful track record. Our 2025 water strategy is brimming with opportunities, and you'll be at the forefront, tackling iconic projects.

Here's what sets us apart:

• We prioritise community – designing solutions that minimise environmental impact and maximise social benefits.

• We champion sustainable development, delivering infrastructure projects that adapt to climate change.

Our Design Managers work across the project lifecycle in asset planning / strategy, concept design, outline design and detailed design. We work in a variety of project areas within the water sector, including clean water treatment and networks, wastewater treatment, wastewater networks, flooding, and urban drainage. Our local design teams are involved in large partnership initiatives such as Hull and East Riding’s Living with Water partnership, award-winning projects such as the Clifton Integrated Constructed Wetland project and more recently have been successful in bidding for exciting new work with multiple frameworks ahead of AMP 8.

This includes Yorkshire Water's Storm Overflow Alliance, United Utilities' Design Development Partnership, Northumbrian Water's Strategic Technical Partnership and more across the UK.

As Design Manager, youwillplaya fundamental rolewithin projectstoidentify innovative and sustainable solutions, work collaboratively with the client, plantechnical delivery,andlead the multidisciplinary teamthroughout the project.You willwork alongside the Project Manager to deliver best value and client service excellence.You willhave access toStantec’sworld-class expertisetohelp youdeliverleading edgedesign.

About Y ou

Weare looking for someonewho has a passion forsolving engineering problems, the ability to leadandinspireandtheconfidence todrive throughchallengingsolutions.

To be considered for this role, youwillbe adegreequalified(or equivalent)engineerand you will ideally bechartered,or a member of a relevant engineering institutione.g.ICE.Support can be givento achievethis if required. You will have experience of working in a similar position, with a technical background in the likes of Civils, MEICA, Process or other relevant discipline.

We have opportunitiesfor differing levels of seniority, so ifyouare looking to develop your leadership career, we'll support you on your journey.

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About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact careers.UK&[e-mail] we will talk to you about how we can support you.

ReqID: 7343