Design Manager

Job Description Design Manager - Water InfrastructureLocation: Bristol (South West)Contract: Full-time, PermanentSalary: Up to 85,000 + car scheme + bonus + excellent benefitsWe are looking for an experienced Design Manager to join a well-established Water team in Bristol, working on a long-term framework delivering critical water infrastructure schemes across the region. This is a strong opportunity for a Design Manager who wants responsibility, stability and long-term career development within a collaborative and supportive environment.Design Manager RoleYou will manage and coordinate design activities from bid stage through to delivery, ensuring designs are safe, compliant, sustainable and fully aligned with programme, cost and construction requirements.Key responsibilitiesManage design resources, team structures and design strategy across bid and delivery phasesLead the delivery of a coordinated, compliant and sustainable design serviceOversee the design process through all RIBA stages, driving safety, quality and continuous improvementDevelop and manage integrated design programmes, tracking progress against project milestonesChair and coordinate design reviews and technical meetings with internal teams and supply chain partnersEnsure designs meet agreed briefs, specifications and contractual requirementsPromote innovation and embed sustainable design solutions across projectsWhat we're looking forProven experience as a Design Manager or Senior Design Manager within construction or infrastructureStrong understanding of construction practices, standards and design management processesExperience managing multiple projects and multidisciplinary design teamsExcellent planning, coordination and stakeholder management skillsAbility to drive performance, compliance and collaborationSpecialist knowledge of the UK Water IndustryWhat's in it for you?Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy up to 5 additional daysFlexible and hybrid working arrangementsFamily-friendly policies and strong work/life balanceMentoring programmes and ongoing professional developmentContributory pension schemeAnnual bonus and recognition schemesCar scheme and Private Medical Insurance (role dependent)Share-save scheme, cycle to work, gym discounts and employee wellbeing supportJBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-01-18