Engineering Manager (Permanent)
Working Location
Manchester
Contract Type
Permanent
Salary
£80,000 - £85,000 + Bonus + Medical
Key Responsibilities
Lead design and engineering delivery across water and wastewater treatment projects
Oversee the full project lifecycle - surveys, design development, construction, commissioning, and handover
Work closely with civil, process, electrical, and health & safety teams to ensure integrated delivery
Guide procurement and equipment selection, factoring lead times into the project programme
Coordinate external designers and subcontractors to ensure work aligns with project objectives and quality standards
Carry out site visits to monitor progress and resolve technical issues
Build and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle
Ensure consistent health, safety, and environmental compliance across delivery
Prepare project reports and status updates, flagging key risks and milestones
Feed lessons learned into continuous improvement across the business
Requirements
Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
Chartered Engineer status, or working towards, preferred
Strong commercial acumen - comfortable managing design budgets, timelines, and resources
Confident collaborating across multiple disciplines in a multidisciplinary environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of resolving technical issues
In-depth knowledge of health, safety, and environmental standards, particularly in water and wastewater
Proficiency with information management systems and design software such as AutoCAD or Revit
Work Schedule
Full-time
About the Role
If you are an Engineering Manager who wants genuine ownership of design and delivery across a live water and wastewater portfolio, this is a role focused on real technical leadership within a growing design-and-build workload. Bring your expertise to lead projects from concept through to handover, enhance stakeholder relationships, and drive innovation across the business