Project Design Manager – Water & Energy (Hybrid)

Trant; Southampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm in Southampton is seeking a Project Design Manager to lead a multi-disciplined team in producing design deliverables for the water, wastewater, and energy sectors. The ideal candidate will have an accredited engineering degree and experience in managing design projects. Responsibilities include coordinating design resources, managing stakeholder communications, and ensuring adherence to project timelines. Competitive benefits and opportunities for career development are offered.

Benefits

24 days holiday (increasing to 28 with service) + 8 bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Company Pension Scheme

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

1 x Professional Membership paid annually

Discounted corporate gym membership

Bike to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working in design and construction organizations.
• Previous/current involvement in the water/wastewater sectors.
• Proven ability to manage a large team of Engineers.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage design resources for project deliverables.
• Manage interfaces with third-party designs from various stakeholders.
• Implement formal design reviews throughout the project cycle.
• Prepare reports against the DORM and Contract Programme.
• Monitor design expenditure and mitigate overspend.
• Maintain relationships with Clients and their representatives.
• Act as the Principal Designer according to CDM Regulations.

Skills

Team management

Design delivery

Client communication

Education

MEng/BEng in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil or Process Engineering

Job description

A well-established engineering firm in Southampton is seeking a Project Design Manager to lead a multi-disciplined team in producing design deliverables for the water, wastewater, and energy sectors. The ideal candidate will have an accredited engineering degree and experience in managing design projects. Responsibilities include coordinating design resources, managing stakeholder communications, and ensuring adherence to project timelines. Competitive benefits and opportunities for career development are offered.