Head of CDM / Principal Designer Services
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | London |
| Area | London, England |
| Sector | Health and SafetyCDM and Principal Designer |
| Salary | £75k-£85k plus pension, private health, life insurance and more. |
| Currency | GBP |
| Start Date | asap |
| Job Ref | 2665 |
- Description
Head of CDM / Principal Designer Services required to join a development and construction consultancy. You will lead the delivery of Principal Designer services across a wide portfolio of construction and development projects. You will ensure that health and safety is effectively embedded in the design process, in full compliance with CDM 2015 regulations. This is a senior leadership role that also includes managing and developing a team of CDM professionals, enhancing service delivery and acting as the key advisor to internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Principal Designer function across all projects, ensuring compliance with CDM 2015 and relevant legislation.
- Act as the key contact for CDM advice and guidance to project teams, clients, designers and contractors.
- Oversee the development and implementation of CDM strategies and risk management processes throughout project lifecycles.
- Manage the preparation and review of pre-construction information and Health and Safety Files.
- Chair design risk reviews and workshops, ensuring safety is considered at every stage of the design.
- Lead and mentor a growing team of CDM professionals, supporting their development and ensuring consistent high standards.
- Prepare and deliver sales presentations to support bids and fee proposals.
- Raise the company profile by preparing and delivering training for third-party stakeholders.
- Organise and participate in face-to-face networking with clients and suppliers.
- Drive continuous improvement in the delivery of CDM and Principal Designer services.
- Experience
- Significant experience acting as Principal Designer under CDM 2015 within consultancy or client-side roles.
- Deep understanding of health and safety legislation in the construction and development sectors.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Strong client-facing and stakeholder engagement experience.
- Qualifications
- Degree/Diploma qualification in a relevant subject i.e. Health and Safety, Construction Design preferred.
- Chartered or Incorporated status with a relevant professional body (e.g., IOSH, APS, RICS, CIOB) preferred via associated qualifications routes.
The company are offering £75k-£85k plus pension, private health, life insurance and more.
