Engineering Manager

Job description

New Job opportunity - Engineering Manager - Contract - Can be based around the UK, Birmingham, Chester, Leeds, Glasgow but ideally Peterborough

Location: Peterborough (can be flexible on locations across the UK)

Rate: Negotiable

Projects: Water Industry Projects

Our client is seeking experienced Engineering Managers to lead multi-disciplinary teams delivering innovative solutions across water, wastewater, and sludge treatment projects throughout the UK. This role offers the opportunity to shape sustainable infrastructure while driving excellence in project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire multi-disciplinary engineering teams within a collaborative, digital-first environment
• Manage project delivery from concept through to commissioning, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and quality objectives
• Coordinate closely with procurement, construction, commissioning teams, and clients
• Embed health & safety considerations throughout all design and delivery stages
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to business growth

Candidate Requirements

• Degree-qualified Engineer with proven leadership experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
• Strong background in design and build project delivery, ideally within the water sector
• Working knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 Professional Services Contracts (PSC) and contract administration
• Familiarity with digital engineering tools and practices
• Demonstrated track record in delivering complex engineering projects

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

30-04-2026

Profession type

Management

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English