Senior Design Leader – Water Infrastructure

Costain Group PLC; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure solutions provider is seeking a Principal Design Manager in Birmingham. This role involves providing technical project management support, managing design integration, and ensuring projects meet client specifications and industry standards. Ideal candidates have a civil engineering background and experience with complex programmes, alongside strong communication and leadership skills. The position emphasizes design governance and continuous improvement in the water sector.

Qualifications

• Practical delivery experience in civil engineering.
• Ability to motivate and lead a team.
• Experience in managing complex/sensitive programmes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Framework Head of Engineering in design objectives.
• Lead management of design integration with delivery teams.
• Ensure designs align with The Costain Way and client specifications.

Skills

Effective communication

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Continuous improvement practices

Proactive attitude

Education

Civil engineering qualification

Chartered Engineer

Tools

NEC 4 contracts

SMSTS

CSCS

Job description

A leading infrastructure solutions provider is seeking a Principal Design Manager in Birmingham. This role involves providing technical project management support, managing design integration, and ensuring projects meet client specifications and industry standards. Ideal candidates have a civil engineering background and experience with complex programmes, alongside strong communication and leadership skills. The position emphasizes design governance and continuous improvement in the water sector.