Lead Mechanical Design Manager

About the role

Skanska UK is seeking a Lead Mechanical Design Manager to join the Infrastructure team on the Anglian Water project in East Anglia. You will be responsible for delivering mechanical design solutions that meet safety, quality, and sustainability standards while supporting the broader £2.6 billion water infrastructure programme.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical design projects on time, within budget, and to agreed quality standards.
• Champion innovative and digital tools to improve project outcomes.
• Lead, mentor and develop junior engineers within the mechanical team.
• Review design outputs for safety, compliance and quality, and support commissioning and CDM strategies.
• Build strong networks across the @one Alliance and promote modular, sustainable design solutions.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in mechanical engineering design and project delivery.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities.
• In‑depth knowledge of industry standards, regulations and best practice.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams.

Required skills

• Proficiency with CAD software.

What we offer

• 24/7 digital GP service for you and your family.
• Financial wellbeing and employee assistance programmes.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity and parental bereavement leave.
• Flexible working arrangements where possible.
• Support for reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.