Here at Blueprint Recruitment, we are looking for an experienced Design Manager to join a global consultancy, in a permanent position. You will be required to work on a hybrid basis (2 days a week) from either our client’s Liverpool, Manchester or Leeds office. You will be working on a range of clean water and wastewater engineering projects.

-Competitive salary ranging from £65,000-£75,000 (depending on experience).

-Hybrid working arrangement, company pension scheme, and generous annual leave.

Key Responsibilities:

-Lead technical direction and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams.

-Collaborate with clients and D&B contractors to develop and deliver integrated design strategies.

-Manage design progression across all phases, from feasibility to construction and commissioning.

-Ensure quality, compliance, and risk management across all design outputs.

What we are looking for:

-Chartered engineer with post-chartership qualification (or equivalent) in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Process/Water Engineering.

-Proven experience in clean water, wastewater, sludge treatment, CSOs, stormwater management, and water networks.

-Strong leadership in coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and managing client relationships.

-Skilled in guiding design development, identifying preferred solutions, and managing stakeholders effectively.

-Confident delivering projects from outline to detailed design, supporting construction and commissioning phases.