Design Manager - (Water Civil Engineering)

Role Overview

Design Manager in the Water team supporting key projects within the Asset Design discipline. Works alongside the Project Director and Project Manager to oversee engineering design work and ensure compliance with UK regulations and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on technically challenging projects and influence design delivery across disciplines.
• Serve as the central connector between clients, technical specialists, and project teams.
• Champion Safety by Design, CDM compliance, and efficient ways of working.
• Represent WSP in client meetings and guide multiple work packages with confidence.
• Collaborate in a supportive, quality‑focused environment.

Day‑to‑Day Tasks

• Manage design process, resources, timelines, budgets and risks for mid‑scale and complex projects.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards, includin...