<b>Transport, Delivery, Driving</b> Brighton

New contract opportunities are available for Project Design Managers to join a progressive Water Treatment consultancy firm. This is an exciting time to join the business; they have tripled their workforce in the past 12 months and are working with some of the leading water companies and Tier 1 Contractors in the sector. The opportunities offer remote work so can be flexible in location so long as applicants are situated in the UK and must have proof of right to work in the UK. With outside IR35 long-term contracts available offering daily rates between £450 to £500 dependent of level of experience. Initially 12 month contract with a view to extension.

Key Responsibilities of the Project Manager:

· Lead the design and delivery of wastewater treatment projects from concept to detailed design and construction support.

· Act as the technical authority for mechanical engineering while providing coordination oversight for civil, electrical, and ICA disciplines.

· Ensure the design aligns with client specifications, statutory requirements, and industry best practices.

· Manage and integrate the work of mechanical, civil, electrical, and ICA designers to ensure fully coordinated designs.

· Chair design coordination meetings and design reviews, resolving technical interfaces across disciplines.

· Provide guidance and leadership to discipline leads to maintain consistency, quality, and efficiency across the project.

· Oversee the production of design deliverables, including P&IDs, general arrangements, calculations, specifications, and data sheets.

· Support the Engineering Manager in programme, budget, and risk management.

· Liaise with contractors and suppliers during design and construction phases to ensure technical integrity.

Review and approve design outputs, ensuring compliance with WIMES, BS EN, WRAS, and Water Company specifications.

Essential Requirements of the Project Manager:

· Degree (BEng/MEng) in Mechanical, Civil Engineering or equivalent.

· Design consultancy background essential

· Experienced Mechanical or Civil Project Managers, Design Manager required with extensive experience in the design and delivery of wastewater treatment or related water infrastructure projects.

· Essential that you have recent experience in the Wastewater Industry

· Strong working knowledge of UK water industry standards, including WIMES and WRAS preferred.

· Excellent stakeholder communication and leadership skills.

Desirable:

· Experience in Design & Build (D&B) project environments.

· Knowledge of NEC contract principles and design risk management.

· Familiarity with sustainability and carbon management frameworks