This is an excellent opportunity to lead multidisciplinary design teams within Global Delivery Services (GDS), delivering a range of UK water sector projects, including non-infrastructure (e.g., water and wastewater treatment works) and infrastructure (e.g., pipeline design). The role involves close collaboration with UK-based management and design teams to ensure seamless project delivery within quality, budget, and time constraints.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead integrated multidisciplinary design teams for UK water utility projects
- Provide technical direction and people leadership , promoting innovation and high standards
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture within delivery teams
- Drive technical excellence and digital innovation across all stages of project delivery
- Embed health, safety, environment, and quality (SHEQ) principles in design, ensuring compliance with CDM Principal Designer responsibilities
- Champion low-carbon, sustainable design practices
- Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and promote best practices
- Ensure adherence to internal procedures including Engineering, CAD, and QA protocols
- Manage commercial aspects of project delivery including fee proposals and bids
- Provide strategic direction and support to internal teams and UK-based stakeholders
Candidate Specification
Bachelor's / Master's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering12+ years (preferably 15+) of experience in engineering design for UK projectsProven experience in UK water treatment and / or pipeline design projectsChartered or working towards Chartered Professional Status (recognized by UK Engineering Council)Demonstrated project team leadership and technical acumen in the UK water industryExperience leading large, multidisciplinary teams in the utilities or infrastructure sectorsProficient in project delivery from feasibility through detailed design in both design & build and client-side environmentsKnowledgeable in Safety by Design , CDM compliance , and continuous improvementSkilled in preparing fee proposals and bid submissionsStrong strategic thinking , communication , and commercial management capabilitiesProactive mindset , adaptable to dynamic project and client needsWhat We Offer (Subject to Company Policy)
Agile and safe working environmentCompetitive annual leave and sick leave policiesGroup incentive schemeCoverage under group term life insurance , medical , and workmen's compensationGlobal career opportunities for short and long-term assignmentsAccess to a global network of technical experts and project knowledgeCommitment to digital transformation and innovationA strong focus on equality, diversity, and inclusion , where every individual is valued and empoweredAgile working culture , emphasizing trust, flexibility, and collaborationSkills Required
Commercial Management, Assurance, Cad, Diversity and inclusion, Agile, engineering design, Infrastructure