Here at Blueprint Recruitment, we are looking for an experienced Design Manager to join a global consultancy, in a permanent position. You will be required to work on a hybrid basis (2 days a week) from either our client’s Liverpool, Manchester or Leeds office. You will be working on a range of clean water and wastewater engineering projects. -Competitive salary ranging from £65,000-£75,000 (depending on experience). -Hybrid working arrangement, company pension scheme, and generous annual leave. Key Responsibilities: -Lead technical direction and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams. -Collaborate with clients and D&B contractors to develop and deliver integrated design strategies. -Manage design progression across all phases, from feasibility to construction and commissioning. -Ensure quality, compliance, and risk management across all design outputs. What we are looking for: -Chartered engineer with post-chartership qualification (or equivalent) in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Process/Water Engineering. -Proven experience in clean water, wastewater, sludge treatment, CSOs, stormwater management, and water networks. -Strong leadership in coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and managing client relationships. -Skilled in guiding design development, identifying preferred solutions, and managing stakeholders effectively. -Confident delivering projects from outline to detailed design, supporting construction and commissioning phases.For further information on this opportunity, please contact Oliver Catalano on 02392 603030 or email oliver.catalano@blueprintrecruit.com Alternatively, please apply directly using the “Apply” option below.

Blueprint Recruitment have a new and exciting opportunity on offer for a seasoned Regional Design Manager to join a leading engineering firm, in a permanent position. Within this role, you will be expected to work on a hybrid basis from our client’s office in Derby, but our client will consider candidates located in Kent and East Sussex. You will be responsible for managing all design processes within a variety of Water Treatment projects. -Competitive salary of £70,000-£85,000 (depending on experience). -Company pension scheme, generous annual leave, and ongoing career development opportunities. Responsibilities: -Manage and oversee the internal design teams to ensure high-quality performance, development, and resource allocation. -Establish rapport with internal and external stakeholders to allow for the project to follow the requirements fully. -Support project planning processes, tendering, and forecasting through sharing design expertise and identifying risks and challenges. -Promote team development and progression through ongoing innovation, sustainable practices, and digital tools. -Ensure all designs comply with client standards and align with regulations through observation and quality assurances. -Nurture health and safety within designs, allowing for full alignment with CDM regulations and best practices. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and/or Design Management, or an equivalent discipline, with, or working towards, a chartered status. -5+ years of experience as a Regional Design Manager, or a similar role, ideally within the water and/or wastewater management sector. -Proven ability to manage and oversee design teams, whilst working with external stakeholders. -Strong understanding of programme planning systems, pipeline forecasting, and tendering and estimation processes. -Solid understanding of CDM regulations and health and safety protocols.For further information on this opportunity, please contact Oliver Catalano on 02392 603030 or email oliver.catalano@blueprintrecruit.com Alternatively, please apply directly using the “Apply” option below.

Do you possess the skill and expertise to be the driving force within the development of the Water sector? Our client is actively seeking several experienced Hydraulic Modellers to join their multidisciplinary consultancy, on a permanent basis. The successful candidates will be working on-site, with all works taking place at our client’s main office in Leicester. Expand your ever-growing portfolio of works with this opportunity to support and develop the first initial stages of a variety of Water and Water Treatment projects. -Competitive salary of £50,000-£70,000 (subject to experience). -Company pension scheme, generous annual leave, and ongoing career development opportunities. Responsibilities: -Produce and maintain hydraulic model designs, using tools such as InfoWorks ICM, HEC-RAS, and/or TUFLOW, for wastewater, flood risk, and drainage systems. -Examine survey, rainfall, flow, and spatial datasets, and integrate GIS tools (e.g. ArcGIS/QGIS) to support modelling work. -Interpret model results and create concise technical reports, visualisations, and documentation. -Ensure that all works comply with current UK industry standards, practices, and guidance. -Work alongside other multidisciplinary teams, supporting quality assurance, project planning, and peer reviews. Requirements: -Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and pursuing professional accreditation. -Extensive experience in hydraulic modelling, with a focus on water and environmental projects, and producing technical modelling reports. -Proficient in the use of modelling software such as TUFLOW, FloodModeller, and ESTRY, and the use of GIS software (e.g. ArcGIS or QGIS). -Understanding of UK water industry regulations and policies surrounding flood risk is desirable. -Strong communication and analytical skills, with a problem-solving mindset and a desire to learn, collaborate, and create high-quality work.For further information on this opportunity, please contact Max Williams on 02392 603030 or email max.williams@blueprintrecruit.com Alternatively, please apply directly using the “Apply” option below.

Site Engineer – Water & Wastewater Projects (WTW / WWTW) Location: Peterborough / Anglian Region (Site-Based) Salary: £50,000 – £56,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week Open to Contract: £400/day - £450/day (Inside IR35) An excellent opportunity has arisen for multiple Site Engineers to join a growing team delivering water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the Anglian region, with a focus around Peterborough. These roles offer the chance to work on WTW (Water Treatment Works) and WWTW (Wastewater Treatment Works) projects, supporting the delivery of essential infrastructure within the UK water sector. The successful Site Engineers will take ownership of site engineering activities, including setting out, surveying, quality assurance and technical coordination, working closely with site management teams to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to a high standard. Key Responsibilities As a Site Engineer, your responsibilities will include: Carrying out setting out, surveying and site engineering duties Managing day-to-day site quality assurance activities Conducting inspections, approvals and quality checks Supporting project delivery in line with programme, budget and quality standards Producing and reviewing red-line drawings and as-built information Preparing temporary works design briefs Coordinating with design and engineering teams to resolve technical issues Maintaining accurate site records and documentation Supporting the implementation of health, safety and environmental standards Producing 3-month lookahead programmes and planning site activities Requirements To be considered for this Site Engineer role, candidates should have: Proven experience working as a Site Engineer or Setting Out Engineer within civil engineering projects Experience within the water or wastewater sector (WTW / WWTW) Strong knowledge of surveying and setting out techniques Experience using robotic total stations and GPS equipment Understanding of construction drawings, BIM models and digital design systems Strong knowledge of health & safety and site regulations Qualifications and certifications: HNC / HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent CSCS card SSSTS (Site Safety Supervisor Training Scheme) First Aid certification What’s On Offer £50,000 – £56,000 salary Opportunity to work on major water infrastructure projects Career development and progression opportunities Exposure to large-scale civil engineering and water treatment projects Opportunity to mentor graduate and apprentice engineers If you are a Site Engineer with water sector or civil engineering experience looking to work on WTW and WWTW infrastructure projects, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking team delivering essential UK infrastructure. Apply now to learn more about this opportunity.For further information on this opportunity, please contact Max Williams on 02392 603030 or email max.williams@blueprintrecruit.com Alternatively, please apply directly using the “Apply” option below.

This role is ideal for a Chartered Engineer with strong design-build and water sector experience who enjoys leading complex project delivery across technically demanding infrastructure programmes. You’ll take ownership of design management across a portfolio of projects, driving technical coordination, programme delivery, stakeholder management and multidisciplinary collaboration throughout the full project lifecycle. The Role You’ll be involved in: Leading multidisciplinary design delivery across water and wastewater projects Managing design teams through technical and delivery stages Driving cost-effective, buildable and technically compliant solutions Coordinating project stakeholders, consultants and delivery teams Managing programme, quality and design outputs across multiple projects Supporting technical reviews, risk management and H&S compliance Providing technical support during construction and commissioning stages Contributing towards sustainability and low-carbon delivery objectives The role will involve close collaboration across process, civil and MEICA disciplines within large-scale infrastructure environments. What They’re Looking For Extensive experience within multidisciplinary design management Strong background within water or wastewater infrastructure projects Chartered Engineer status Degree qualified within an engineering-related discipline Experience within design-build project environments Strong understanding of CDM regulations and construction H&S Ability to manage teams, programmes and technical delivery Excellent communication and stakeholder management capability Ideally: APM Project Fundamentals Qualification Experience delivering large-scale infrastructure projects Knowledge of BIM procedures and collaborative delivery environments Why Apply? Opportunity to lead major UK water infrastructure projects Hybrid working with 2–3 days on site in Southampton Senior leadership role within a technically strong engineering environment Long-term project pipeline across water and wastewater sectors Strong progression and development opportunities Immediate interviews available. If you’re a Senior Design Manager with water sector experience looking to lead technically complex infrastructure projects within a collaborative delivery environment, apply now to be considered. For further information on this opportunity, please contact Max Williams on 02392 603030 or email max.williams@blueprintrecruit.com Alternatively, please apply directly using the “Apply” option below.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in MEICA delivery, commissioning and water process engineering, capable of leading multidisciplinary coordination across technically complex treatment and infrastructure schemes. You’ll play a key role in managing MEICA and commissioning activities from design through to handover, supporting project delivery across mechanical, electrical and process-focused environments. The Role You’ll be involved in: Leading MEICA and commissioning delivery across water infrastructure projects Coordinating design, construction and commissioning activities Managing interfaces between designers, subcontractors and delivery teams Supporting project delivery through ECI, design review and commissioning stages Managing RAMS, quality plans, ITPs and technical documentation Leading handover and commissioning documentation processes Supporting risk management, programme coordination and technical compliance Promoting HSE and construction best practice across project activities The role will involve close coordination with site teams, suppliers and client stakeholders throughout the full project lifecycle. What They’re Looking For Extensive experience within MEICA Design, Delivery & Commissioning Strong background within Water or Wastewater Treatment projects Experience working within major contractor or framework environments Good understanding of commissioning, handover and construction processes Strong leadership and multidisciplinary coordination skills Knowledge of CDM, HSE legislation and industry standards Essential: CSCS / ECS Card SMSTS First Aid qualification Blue Water Hygiene Card Thames Water Passport Experience as an Electrical or Mechanical Authorised Person would be highly beneficial. Professional registration such as EngTech, IEng or CEng is desirable. Why Apply? Long-term Outside IR35 contract opportunity Major water infrastructure and treatment project exposure Opportunity to lead MEICA delivery across complex schemes Strong project pipeline within regulated infrastructure environments Technically challenging and leadership-focused role Immediate interviews available. If you’re a MEICA Manager with water sector and commissioning experience looking for your next long-term Outside IR35 contract, apply now to be considered.For further information on this opportunity, please contact Max Williams on 02392 603030 or email max.williams@blueprintrecruit.com Alternatively, please apply directly using the “Apply” option below.