Senior Design Manager - Water Recycling West

TN United Kingdom; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Design Manager to lead engineering teams in delivering innovative water recycling projects. This role emphasizes sustainability and collaboration, ensuring compliance with safety standards while driving continuous improvement. You will have the opportunity to work on complex capital projects that shape the future of water management in the region. Join a diverse and inclusive environment that values your contributions and fosters career progression. If you are passionate about making a significant impact in the engineering field, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading multi-disciplinary design teams.
• Expertise in CDM Principal Designer responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering team for capital investment projects.
• Drive innovation and sustainability in project delivery.
• Ensure safety and compliance as CDM Principal Designer.

Skills

Engineering Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Sustainability Practices

Health and Safety Compliance

Project Management

Education

Degree in Engineering

Chartered Engineer Status

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Senior Design Manager - Water Recycling West, Peterborough

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Peterborough, United Kingdom

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Who are we?

Here within the @one Alliance we are a totally collaborative organisation made up of our eight partner companies (Anglian Water, Balfour Beatty, Barhale, Binnies, MMB, MWH Treatment, Skanska and SWECO) and our extended supply chain, delivering over half of Anglian Water’s capital investment programme.

We are gearing up for our most exciting and challenging Asset Management Period yet, known as AMP8, this will see us deliver a programme of work larger than we’ve ever delivered before. We’ll be embarking on a new kind of project delivery focusing on nature-based solutions like wetlands and urban drainage schemes.

We are driving change, empowering us to set global benchmarks and build a better environment, with the opportunity to offer enhanced growth and development to our workforce. We’re looking to build on our existing teams with an environment built for careerprogression.

With such an exciting portfolio of projects planned for AMP8 to keep the water flowing across the region, our ability to manage our work and outperform against our customer’s expectations will come under greater scrutiny.

To ensure suitable designs, resources and engineering outputs are achieved for designated projects, we are looking for a Senior Design Manager to join our team.

What will you be doing as our new Senior Design Manager (Water Recycling West)?

As our new Senior Design Manager, you will lead the engineering team responsible for delivering a diverse programme of capital investment projects, including critical infrastructure like Combined Sewer Overflows (CSOs) and Sustainable Urban Drainage (SUDs), as well as enhancements to Sewerage Treatment Works.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and Develop the Engineering Team: Plan and allocate resources effectively, recruit and develop talent, and ensure the team delivers high-quality engineering outputs.

Drive Innovation and Sustainability: Embrace new digital technologies and develop sustainable solutions to reduce carbon and protect natural capital, aligning with PAS 2080 principles.

Ensure Safety and Compliance: Fulfil the role of CDM Principal Designer, championing a strong health, safety, and welfare culture within the team.

Collaborate and Influence: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, driving collaboration to achieve project goals.

Deliver Excellence: Instil a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

A little bit about your skills, experience and behaviours….

To join our team, you’ll need a degree in Engineering, preferably with Chartered Engineer status, and substantial experience in leading multi-disciplinary design teams on complex capital projects. Your expertise in fulfilling the responsibilities of a CDM Principal Designer will be crucial, ensuring safety and compliance across all design activities.

As a leader, you’ll inspire and develop your team, fostering a collaborative environment where innovation thrives. Your strong focus on sustainability and efficiency will drive the adoption of new technologies and solutions. With excellent stakeholder management skills, you’ll build trust and rapport, ensuring successful project delivery that aligns with our commitment to environmental and social prosperity.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply today!

Our Approach to Diversity & Inclusion

At the Anglian Water’s @one Alliance, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We believe that diversity enriches our team, fuels innovation, and drives success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, and actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. We are dedicated to creating an environment free from discrimination and bias, where everyone has equal opportunities for growth and advancement. Join us in creating a culture where diversity is celebrated, and inclusion is the norm.

Alongside this we want to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to showcase their abilities during the interview process. If you require any specific accommodations or adjustments due to a disability or any other individual circumstances, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Our vision

A collaborative alliance, driving change. Empowering us to set global benchmarks and building a better environment for our customers. We strive to:

Our Values

To bring environmental and social prosperity to the region we serve through our commitment to Love Every Drop we:

Build trust; Do the right thing; Are always exploring.

The Anglian Water @one Alliance. Eight partners, endless opportunities

Location: Hybrid, Peterborough – dependent on home location.