Design Manager (Water/Wastewater Engineering)

Stantec; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy seeks a Design Manager for water/wastewater projects in Leeds. The successful candidate will lead teams, manage projects throughout their lifecycle, and ensure sustainable solutions in partnership with top clients. Opportunities for leadership development are supported.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified engineer, ideally chartered.
• Experience in similar positions, technical background in Civils, MEICA, or Process.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop project teams, fostering collaboration.
• Identify innovative and sustainable solutions for projects.
• Work collaboratively with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Leadership

Engineering problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

Design Manager (Water/Wastewater Engineering)

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The Opportunity

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 .

The Opportunity

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.
  
  

O ur Design Managers work across the project lifecycle in asset planning / strategy, concept design, outline design and detailed desig n . We work i n 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 excitin g 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 team throughout 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

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 institution e.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& [email protected] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

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