Shape the Future of Water—Design with Impact.

Position Summary:
Reporting to the Framework Design Manager, you’ll play a key role in the design delivery of non-infrastructure wastewater projects. This hybrid role offers a mix of on-site collaboration and remote flexibility.

You’ll bring proven experience from the water sector—mechanical, electrical, ICA, or civils—within maintenance, design, or capital delivery. You''re a motivated team player who thrives on solving complex problems through collaborative working and carbon-conscious design thinking.

Your expertise in design control, quality assurance, BIM (ISO 19650), and NEC4 contracts will be vital to delivering low-carbon, production-led solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and manage the design scope and deliverables.
• Review and challenge the design programme for efficiencies.
• Lead and coordinate design meetings (briefings, progress, and coordination).
• Manage design changes and control processes.
• Champion DfMA (Design for Manufacture and Assembly) and low-carbon solutions.
• Run buildability, carbon, and DfMA workshops.
• Oversee design reviews, technical assurance, and CDM compliance.
• Implement and manage project BIM strategy.
• Support the Principal Designer on the framework.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Collaborate with Design, Delivery, Commercial, and Employer Teams.
• Support procurement decisions in coordination with project stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to internal governance processes for design and delivery.

Person Specification:

• HNC/HND or Degree in a relevant engineering discipline
• Progressing toward Chartership with a relevant institution
• Valid driving licence
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Solid technical knowledge of water/wastewater processes and assets
• Understanding of CDM 2015 Regulations
• Good commercial awareness and contract understanding
• Experienced in multidisciplinary project delivery
• Familiar with BIM (ISO 19650) and NEC4 Contracts
• Programme preparation and management experience

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.  We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for any Design Manager looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.