Design Manager - Water Infrastructure Colchester (Hybrid)A leading infrastructure contractor delivering essential water and wastewater projects across the UK is strengthening its in-house capability with the appointment of a Design Manager. This is a strategic opportunity to establish and lead a new internal design function supporting long-term framework delivery for Anglian Water.Role Overview The Design Manager will lead all design activity within a major capital works framework, managing internal and external design resources to ensure technical excellence, compliance, and delivery performance. Reporting to the Framework Manager, you will be responsible for building a multi-disciplinary team, implementing robust design processes, and driving innovation across multiple concurrent projects.The Design Managers key responsibilities will include:Establish and manage a new in-house design team, growing headcount to approximately six within 12 months.Oversee all design deliverables across the water and wastewater capital programme from concept through to completion.Manage sub-consultant designers, ensuring integration, quality, and alignment with project objectives.Ensure designs comply with CDM regulations, water industry standards, and client-specific technical requirements.Control design budgets, resources, and programmes to meet agreed SLAs.Facilitate design reviews, technical approvals, and sign-off processes.Lead mentoring and development of design team members, ensuring co