DPC Engineering Design Manager - Major Projects

Company description:
Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England.

Job description:

DPC Engineering Design Manager - Major Projects Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water:
We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience, (Band 3a), £80,000 to £90,000 A company car benefit £7,200 per year Up to 20% annual incentive related bonus Attractive pension scheme ( up to 12% company contribution ) Private health care (self and partner if applicable) 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays plus two wellness days! Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary A great benefits package choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.

Retail savings scheme Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!

Location:

hybrid working with a base in Bradford, pending head office moving to Leeds (LS10) from September 2026. Work type:
Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday Friday although we are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. Help define the projects that will secure Yorkshires water future This is a rare opportunity to play a leading role in one of the UK water sectors most significant major projects programmes. Yorkshire Water is delivering a £2.5bn Direct Procurement for Customers (DPC) portfolio , comprising four major infrastructure projects that will define long-term water resilience for the region.

These are nationally significant, highly regulated projects , delivered through new commercial and delivery models requiring a different level of engineering leadership. Why this role matters? These projects will: secure long-term water resilience for millions of customers shape how major infrastructure is delivered through DPC in the UK attract third-party investment and drive innovation They are subject to significant regulatory scrutiny from Ofwat and RAPID and must stand up to rigorous technical, commercial and strategic challenge.

This role sits at the heart of that challenge ensuring engineering solutions are technically sound, investable, and aligned to a new delivery model. The role As DPC Engineering Design Manager , you will lead the client-side engineering approach for major infrastructure projects that will define Yorkshire Waters future. You will operate as part of an intelligent client organisation, working across engineering, commercial, procurement and regulatory teams to shapesolutions from early concept through to market delivery.

This is a role with real strategic influence shaping how projects are defined, procured and delivered. What youll do Lead engineering strategy and assurance across major DPC projects Shape how projects go to market through outcome-based specifications Challenge and influence the market to deliver best value and performance Act as a key interface between engineering, commercial and procurement Provide engineering leadership in regulatory engagement with Ofwat and RAPID Influence delivery strategy, risk allocation and long-term outcomes Drive innovation, optimisation and continuous improvement Whowere looking for You are an experienced engineering leader who thrives in complex, high-impact environments.

You will bring:
Chartered Engineer status (or equivalent) Significant engineering design and delivery experience Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams Strong understanding of water treatment / transfer schemes Track record of innovation and performance improvement Strong communication and stakeholder influence skills Experience working to deadlines across multiple deliverables Understanding of quality and engineering assurance processes Experience in major infrastructure, water, utilities or similar regulated sectors Experience in client-side, consultancy or Tier 1 environments Ability to operate across engineering, commercial and procurement A track record of influencing strategic decisions Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders, partners and regulators A focus on long-term value for customers and the environment Full UK driving licence What makes…