Design Manager I Reading

I'm currently working on a Design Manager opportunity within the water sector and thought it could be of interest given your background.This role sits within a multi-disciplinary engineering environment, where you would be responsible for leading design teams across projects from concept through to detailed design and into construction. It is a client-facing position, involving close collaboration with stakeholders, consultants, and internal engineering disciplines to deliver technically robust and sustainable solutions.Key aspects of the role include:Leading multi-disciplinary design teams and external consultants across project deliveryManaging design programmes, budgets, and overall project performanceActing as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholdersEnsuring health, safety, environmental, and sustainability considerations are embedded into designSupporting design reviews, risk assessments, HAZOPs, and coordination of PSDP responsibilitiesContributing to continuous improvement, mentoring team members, and supporting resource planning and recruitmentWorking across a variety of civil, process, and M&E engineering elements within wastewater infrastructure projectsThe ideal background would include:At least 5 years' experience in a similar role within engineering design delivery (ideally water/wastewater)A degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Environmental EngineeringStrong understanding of CDM regulations and design risk managementExperience coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and managing stakeholdersFamiliarity with programme management tools (e.g. MS Project) and general project delivery processesOffer: Contract length: 6 months rolling contractLocation: ReadingRate: £525 - £550 per day (outside IR35)Working arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days per week in the officeThis is a great opportunity for someone looking to step into a leadership role with exposure to a wide range of project types and the ability to influence design outcomes while developing and mentoring a team.