Lead Design Engineer - Outside IR35

Lead Design Engineer - Water Infrastructure Projects

South East | 18-Month Contract | £450-£550/day (Outside IR35)

iO Associates are working with a leading consultancy to support the delivery of a major water infrastructure programme in the South East. We're seeking a Lead Design Engineer to oversee a portfolio of clean water, wastewater treatment, or infrastructure projects as part of a long-term framework agreement.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing team at a pivotal time, with projects extending well into the next regulatory period (AMP8).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design delivery across a programme of water or wastewater projects.
• Manage a multidisciplinary team of engineers and project leaders.
• Ensure compliance with quality, cost, and programme requirements.
• Collaborate with commercial and operational teams to ensure constructability.
• Apply and challenge asset standards to drive innovation and efficiency.
• Support client relationships and act as a trusted technical advisor.
• Monitor project performance and proactively manage risks.

What We're Looking For:

Proven experience in water or wastewater infrastructure design.

Knowledge of CDM 2015 and experience fulfilling Designer/Principal Designer duties.

We are looking to arrange interviews as early as this week, with an idea to start within June, although can wait for the right person.

If this role is of interest, apply today to discuss further!