Water Design Manager: Lead Transformative Infrastructure

Jacobs; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Manchester seeks a Design Manager - Water to lead large-scale water and wastewater projects. In this high-impact position, you will drive design management, engage with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with technical standards. Ideal candidates should possess strong skills in technical leadership and multidisciplinary engineering, and have a passion for problem-solving and innovation. Flexible work arrangements and comprehensive benefits are offered, including competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible Work Arrangements

Robust Pension Contributions

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Family Planning Support

Enhanced Parental Leave

Life assurance

Wellbeing Hub

Professional Development

Community Engagement

Qualifications

• Experience managing large-scale infrastructure programmes.
• Ability to engage with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience leading complex water projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with technical standards and regulations.
• Lead stakeholder engagement and manage client expectations.
• Oversee design management and financial forecasting.
• Mentor and develop project team members.

Skills

Technical leadership

Multidisciplinary engineering expertise

NEC3 / 4 contract knowledge

CDM regulations knowledge

Problem-solving ability

Communication skills

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Manchester seeks a Design Manager - Water to lead large-scale water and wastewater projects. In this high-impact position, you will drive design management, engage with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with technical standards. Ideal candidates should possess strong skills in technical leadership and multidisciplinary engineering, and have a passion for problem-solving and innovation. Flexible work arrangements and comprehensive benefits are offered, including competitive salary and professional development opportunities.