Water Design Lead - Multidisciplinary & Low-Carbon

Morson Edge; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design-and-build engineering consultancy in Manchester seeks a Design Lead for the Water Sector. This role involves delivering multi-disciplinary design on major water and wastewater projects, managing a diverse team of designers, and fostering strong client relationships. Candidates should have a degree in engineering, relevant chartered status, and experience in water/wastewater design. The company offers competitive benefits including salary, pension, and wellness programs, all within a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension matched up to 7%

Buy/sell annual leave options

Life Assurance

Private medical insurance

Gym discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering is essential.
• Chartered status or equivalent experience is required.
• Experience in water/wastewater design and CDM 2015 responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary design delivery across projects.
• Manage and mentor a team of designers.
• Develop affordable, low-carbon technical solutions.
• Ensure design quality, cost, and programme compliance.
• Maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Water/wastewater design experience

Technical expertise

Cross-discipline awareness

Proactive and pragmatic approach

Education

Degree in Engineering

Chartered/Inc. status

Job description

A leading design-and-build engineering consultancy in Manchester seeks a Design Lead for the Water Sector. This role involves delivering multi-disciplinary design on major water and wastewater projects, managing a diverse team of designers, and fostering strong client relationships. Candidates should have a degree in engineering, relevant chartered status, and experience in water/wastewater design. The company offers competitive benefits including salary, pension, and wellness programs, all within a flexible work environment.