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Project Design Manager (Non-Infra)

I'm currently recruiting for a Project Design Manager on behalf of a client in the UK water sector. The role focuses on leading and coordinating a multi-disciplinary design team delivering either clean or wastewater…

Inside IR35 Hybrid Engineering
Pay rate £525 – £550/day
Contract type Contract
Posted 16 July 2026

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I'm currently recruiting for a Project Design Manager on behalf of a client in the UK water sector.

The role focuses on leading and coordinating a multi-disciplinary design team delivering either clean or wastewater capital projects.

You'll need to be comfortable managing complex designs end-to-end, working within regulated environments, and prioritising safety, quality, value, and sustainability. Familiarity with CDM, BIM, and digital design tools is beneficial.

What we're looking for:

Degree-qualified in an engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)
Proven experience delivering capital projects within the UK water sector
Strong background in clean water treatment and non-infrastructure assets
Experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams
Confident managing suppliers and third-party designers

Desirable:

Chartered Engineer (or working towards)
Experience in a Design & Build environment

Offer:

Contract - 12 months rolling
Rate - £550 per day (Inside IR35)
Location - Peterborough
Working arrangement: Hybrid - 2 days per fortnight
Mile and lodge costs are reimbursable

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