Project Design Manager

Sweco; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 4,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweco is seeking an experienced Engineering Design Lead to oversee high-quality engineering designs across a portfolio of water-sector projects in Bengaluru. You will coordinate with Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Process teams to deliver integrated models, while aligning with safety, sustainability, and digital best practices.

You will plan projects, manage design risks, lead a team, and drive continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with CDM regulations and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Extensive experience delivering engineering designs within the water sector.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-management skills.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 19650, PAS 1192, and BIM practices.
• Proactive approach to personal development and learning new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design delivery for multiple water projects.
• Collaborate with Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Process teams to deliver integrated models.
• Develop detailed Engineering Project Plans with scope, schedule, cost, risk, and resources.
• Ensure designs comply with CDM regulations, health and safety standards, and statutory requirements.
• Promote digitalization and BIM adoption to optimize project delivery and performance.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing engineering team.

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit/BIM

Navisworks

ISO 19650

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Engineering Design Lead to oversee the delivery of high-quality engineering designs across a portfolio of water-sector projects. In this role, you will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to develop right-first-time solutions that prioritise safety, sustainability, and innovation. You will be responsible for leading project planning, driving performance, and ensuring all designs align with industry standards, digital best practices, and organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage design risks and maintain compliance with regulatory frameworks.
• Engineering Leadership
• Lead and oversee engineering design delivery for multiple WNI projects.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Process) to deliver integrated, high-quality models.
• Strategic Planning.
• Develop detailed Engineering Project Plans, outlining scope, schedule, cost, risk, and resource requirements.
• Ensure proactive planning to meet project milestones and client expectations.
• Implement best-practice methodologies and quality-control processes.
• Drive right-first-time design delivery and promote continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, and external stakeholders to ensure seamless integration into project workflows.
• Build strong client relationships and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Project Optimization.
• Identify opportunities to improve cost-efficiency, enhance value, and incorporate sustainable design strategies.
• Promote innovation and digital solutions to optimize project delivery.
• Champion sustainable, low-carbon, and nature-based design approaches.
• Support environmental responsibility throughout all stages of design.
• Ensure all engineering designs comply with CDM regulations, health and safety standards, and statutory requirements.
• Manage design risks and maintain compliance with regulatory frameworks.
• Mentor, inspire, and develop a high-performing engineering team.
• Foster a collaborative, solution-focused, and digitally progressive culture.
• Digital Transformation
• Lead digitalization initiatives and encourage the adoption of BIM and innovative tools.
• Contribute to the evolution of digital engineering standards and processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Extensive experience delivering engineering designs within the water sector.
• Proven track record of managing complex engineering design projects.
• Strong understanding of water and/or foul network systems and pipeline design.
• Excellent leadership, mentoring, and team-management skills.
• Strong stakeholder engagement capabilities and customer-focused mindset.
• Commitment to safety and compliance with CDM regulations.
• Diploma, degree, or equivalent qualifications in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Knowledge of industry standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 19650, PAS 1192, and BIM practices.
• Proactive approach to personal development and learning new technologies.
• Experience driving digital transformation initiatives across engineering projects.
• Collaborative and solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate complex challenges.
• Passion for innovation, digitalization, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to influence, motivate, and drive positive change across teams.