Design Manager - Electrical - Wastewater Infrastructure

Electrically Biased Design Manager – 6-Month Contract

Location: Beckton Wastewater Treatment Works, East London (site-based)

Start Date: Immediate

We're looking for an experienced electrically biased Design Manager to help us successfully deliver the final stages of a major upgrade at Beckton Wastewater Treatment Works – one of the largest treatment plants in Europe. This is a hands-on, site-based role where you'll bring technical expertise, coordination skills, and a collaborative approach to ensure a smooth finish.

What you'll be doing

• Managing and reviewing electrical design deliverables to ensure compliance with contractual, statutory, and technical requirements.

• Overseeing coordination between electrical design, other disciplines, and site teams to maintain programme and buildability.

• Managing technical queries, changes, and assurance documentation in the run-up to commissioning and handover.

• Engaging with consultants, subcontractors, and the client to resolve design challenges quickly and effectively.

• Supporting construction activities, quality assurance, and final documentation to close out the project.

What we're looking for

• Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering (Chartered status desirable).

• Proven experience as a Design Manager (electrical bias) in complex infrastructure projects – ideally in water, wastewater, or process-driven environments.

• Strong understanding of multi-disciplinary coordination and working to tight deadlines.

• Ability to interpret and apply design management processes from concept through to handover.

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with a collaborative mindset.

Why join us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a landmark project in its final push to completion, working with an experienced, supportive team. You'll have the autonomy to make decisions, the opportunity to problem-solve in real-time, and the satisfaction of seeing a major piece of London's infrastructure handed over.

Contract details

• Duration: 6 months (potential for future work or permanent employment)

• Location: Beckton WwTW, London

• Working pattern: Site-based

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. If you have the skills and drive to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to play a key role in delivering the final phase of this critical infrastructure upgrade.

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