Designer

NWG (Northumbrian Water Group); Washington; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NWG (Northumbrian Water Group) seeks a design-focused professional to deliver completed designs in line with scheme programmes and company procedures. You will support the Project Manager, facilitate the design process and keep projects moving from concept to completion.

You will manage project files, liaise with teams and external stakeholders, and prepare design packages that meet CDM and health & safety requirements, contributing to improved design methods and new technologies.

Qualifications

• Understanding of construction and lifecycle of design projects.
• Awareness of CDM regulations and safe design delivery.
• Able to interpret utility drawings; water mains design knowledge beneficial.
• Proficient with GIS or AutoCAD; proficient with Outlook/Word/Excel.

Responsibilities

• Deliver completed designs in line with approved scheme programmes.
• Support Project Manager by facilitating the design process.
• Manage administration and organisation of project files and documents.
• Liaise with teams, stakeholders and third parties to move projects forward.
• Prepare design packages that comply with CDM and safety requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of design practices and adopt new technologies.
• DBS check and drug/alcohol testing may be required.

Skills

Strong written skills

Strong numerical skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

About the role

In this role, you will be responsible for delivering completed designs in line with agreed scheme programmes, ensuring all outputs meet company procedures and policies. You will support the Project Manager by facilitating the design process, helping to keep projects moving efficiently from concept through to completion.

Job Description

About the role

In this role, you will be responsible for delivering completed designs in line with agreed scheme programmes, ensuring all outputs meet company procedures and policies. You will support the Project Manager by facilitating the design process, helping to keep projects moving efficiently from concept through to completion.

You will manage the administration and organisation of project files, ensuring that all documentation is maintained accurately and archived appropriately. Building effective working relationships will be an important part of the role, as you will regularly liaise with colleagues across different teams, as well as external stakeholders and third parties where required.

A key aspect of the role will involve identifying and defining the critical success factors that contribute to a fully developed design, ensuring it is suitable for installation and commissioning. You will also be responsible for preparing design packages in line with CDM regulations and health and safety requirements.

As part of a forward-thinking team, you will contribute to the continuous improvement of design principles and processes, supporting the adoption of new technologies and engineering practices. You may also be asked to undertake additional reasonable tasks in line with business needs and operational priorities.

About You

You will bring an understanding of construction and an awareness of both design and construction project lifecycles, with the ability to apply this knowledge in a practical and collaborative way. You are confident interpreting utility drawings and have a sound appreciation of water mains design, including pipeline hydraulics, materials and fittings selection would be beneficial. An awareness of CDM regulations and how they apply to design work is important in ensuring safe and compliant project delivery.

You are comfortable using a range of digital tools and systems, with a good level of computer literacy and an appreciation for computer-aided design. Experience with systems such as GIS or AutoCAD is essential, along with confidence using everyday applications such as Outlook, Word and Excel.

You have strong written and numerical skills, allowing you to produce clear and accurate reports, proposals and correspondence. A high level of attention to detail is key, alongside the ability to approach tasks methodically and maintain accuracy across your work.

You are able to work both independently and as part of a wider team, adapting your approach depending on the situation. You communicate effectively with a range of audiences and are able to build positive working relationships with colleagues, customers and stakeholders. You are organised, proactive and motivated, with the flexibility to respond to changing priorities and a practical approach to managing your workload.

On the job training and support would be provided for this role.

Please note this role will require a DBS to be completed prior to employment.

This role has also been defined as a safety or security critical role and as a condition of a formal offer of employment you’ll be required to undergo a drug and alcohol test.

Prospective employees and agency workers in defined safety and security critical roles will be required to undertake a drug and alcohol test after the job offer has been made. This will be prior to or within four weeks of their start date.

Prospective employees and agency workers who fail a pre-employment urine drug screen will have their sample analysed by the Company appointed laboratory as a matter of course. Failing a pre-employment drugs or alcohol test may lead to the job offer being revoked.