We are now moving into AMP8 and as part of continued growth across the entire UK & Ireland, we are looking to recruit a Design Lead / Design Manager. In this role working closely with our Project Managers, you will lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver projects. In this role you will be responsible for the technical delivery, efficiency, and quality of all technical outputs. Our projects range from feasibility studies and optioneering through to outline and detail design for construction. You will have the opportunity to work with some of the UK water industry’s largest clients delivering designs that will shape the way we manage water and wastewater for our local communities, using innovative and sustainable methods. Our projects and clients include: + Severn Trent – Stantec have delivered projects in the Severn Trent region for several AMPs and are currently supporting Severn Trent with several Major AMP8 schemes. Some of these projects are delivered in collaboration with Design and Build contractors. + Wessex Water & Welsh Water– Stantec has been appointed on several AMP8 frameworks and have an increasing portfolio of high-profile projects to deliver. + South West Water – Stantec have successfully qualified for the AMP8 framework and are involved with several major schemes and projects in this region. We put our people first and we offer a hybrid way of working where you can select from one of our many offices around the UK & Ireland. In addition, we will cater for your professional development needs and we will fully support you in gaining extra qualifications or accreditations that will help you better your career. **About you** To be considered for this opportunity you must be degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant subject with, ideally, experience within the water industry. It will be beneficial if you are chartered or looking to gain professional qualification with a relevant engineering institution e.g. ICE, IMechE, IChemE, IET and this is something we can support you on. In addition, you’ll have a passion for the water and environment sector and supporting our developing engineers. You will also be experienced in successful project delivery and working collaboratively with project teams to develop innovative solutions. \#ukwater \#AMP8Civils **About Stantec** The Stantec community unites more than 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team **ReqID:** 6759