Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Design Manager on behalf of a long-standing civil engineering contractor to help deliver schemes across the North East The role will cover the Northumbrian Water AMP8/9 schemes with work over the next 15 years Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate design activities across clean water and wastewater networks, treatment facilities, pipelines and associated civil structures. Ensure design solutions align with construction methodologies, programme requirements and TOTEX objectives. Manage design deliverables, technical queries, approvals and key milestones in accordance with NEC4 contracts. Ensure compliance with Northumbrian Water Engineering Standards, WIS, CESWI, DWI and EA requirements, as well as relevant planning consents. Maintain a live design risk register and support Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) to identify and mitigate delivery risks. Oversee BIM processes and digital design workflows, including Civil 3D, Revit and ProjectWise, to improve coordination and minimise rework. Lead Value Engineering and Collaborative Planning workshops, ensuring opportunities to improve efficiency and value are identified and implemented. Manage design change transparently, maintaining strong communication with clients and stakeholders. Implement robust QA/QC processes, including design verification, HAZOP/HAZCON reviews and document control. Coordinate effectively across civil, MEICA, geotechnical and temporary works disciplines to ensure fully ..... full job details .....