Senior Design Manager in Glasgow
UK working eligibility only.
Senior Design Manager – Water Infrastructure
Location: London & South East (Hybrid Working)
Sector: Water and Wastewater Infrastructure
Salary: £75,000 – £90,000 plus benefits (dependent on experience)
We are working with a leading engineering consultancy delivering major water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Senior Design Manager to lead multi‑disciplinary design teams on complex, high‑value schemes.
The Role
As Senior Design Manager, you will be responsible for the coordination and delivery of design outputs across a portfolio of water sector projects. You will act as the technical focal point, ensuring designs are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with programme and budget requirements. This role involves leading and managing multi‑disciplinary design teams, coordinating technical design across water and wastewater projects, and ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulations, and client requirements. You will manage design risk, quality assurance, and change control, support project planning, resourcing, and programme delivery, and act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders and external partners.
About You
You will have proven experience in a Senior Design Manager or Design Manager role within the water sector, with a strong technical understanding of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. You will be experienced in coordinating multi‑disciplinary engineering teams and possess excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. The ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities is essential.
What’s on Offer
The role offers long‑term opportunities on established UK water frameworks, hybrid and flexible working arrangements, and a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package. There is also clear progression available within a growing and supportive consultancy.
Vacancy Reference: PR/029143
Vacancy Owner: Debbie De La Cruz | debbie.delacruz@shirleyparsons.com | (+44) 1296 611330 | (+44) 7470 179145
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