Job Description

Finlay Jude Associates are supporting a long term client in seeking a Regional Design Lead to join their Engineering team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of water and wastewater infrastructure.
 
As part of our clients commitment to delivering a sustainable and industry-leading Water and Water Recycling Service, they are undertaking major projects that will redefine the sector. A key initiative is the Cambridge Waste Water Treatment Plant Relocation Project (CWWTPRP)—a flagship development relocating the existing facility to a cutting-edge site near the A14 in Cambridgeshire.
 
Reporting directly to the Engineering Director, you will provide strategic leadership throughout the design phases of a diverse project portfolio. You will ensure the delivery of cost-effective, technically robust, and buildable solutions that align with stakeholder requirements, programme milestones, and industry best practices.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Design Leadership: Drive excellence in design management, ensuring adherence to engineering best practices, safety regulations, and sustainability goals.
• Health & Safety: Champion H&S in design, proactively identifying and mitigating risks while ensuring full regulatory compliance.
• Project Oversight: Oversee design execution, managing budgets, resource allocation, and programme delivery to achieve efficiency and quality objectives.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Foster collaboration with internal teams, external partners, and clients, delivering exceptional service and solutions.
• Technical Excellence: Provide technical guidance across disciplines, ensuring solutions optimise cost, quality, and sustainability.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for innovation, digital integration, and efficiency enhancements, contributing to the evolution of best practices.

What would make a successful candidate?

• Extensive experience in multi-disciplinary design management within a design-build environment.
• Degree in an engineering-related discipline (Chartered Engineer status essential).
• Proven track record in leading large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of CDM regulations, construction H&S, and project governance.
• Ability to drive performance, set targets, and manage diverse teams to meet time, cost, and quality objectives.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of water infrastructure while leading transformational projects that make a lasting impact.