Design Manager - Water & Wastewater

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Are you ready to help lead a team of talented engineersand shape the future of the water industry?

AECOM is looking for a Design Manager who can bring their technical expertise to a range of significant projects. You will guide and oversee technical delivery, forming close working relationships with a wide range of colleagues and clients – such as Wessex Water, South West Water, Welsh Water, and Thames Water.

We’re at the forefront of innovation, delivering an exceptional portfolio of programmes and projects. From potable water and sewage networks to treatment works of all scales, you will drive the technical heart of our partnerships. This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to work alongside a talented, diverse team committed to innovation and efficiency.

Here’s what you’ll do: 

You will bridge the gap between bold strategy and technical reality.

• Lead: Drive the multi-disciplinary technical delivery of water/wastewater infrastructure and treatment projects through the design lifecycle from feasibility to asset management.
• Collaborate: Work closely with our most valued clients to understand their needs, collaborate with contractors and stakeholders, and guide colleagues to develop exceptional technical solutions.
• Manage: Oversee key packages of work from conception to handover, interfacing with AECOM teams, clients, suppliers and contractors to create a seamless technical solution.
• Guide: Act as the primary technical interface for our valued clients and contractor partners.
• Mentor: Support the development of team members through mentorship and oversight (optional line management opportunities are available if desired.)

Let's not forget the perks! You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, technical practice networks, AECOM University, volunteering days and our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.

Join our team. If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, we want to hear from you. We don't just deliver projects; we uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM Water page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry!