Senior Principal Designer

Senior Principal Designer required to join a multi-disciplinary construction consultancy in London taking the lead on complex projects across sectors including housing (new build developments), housing associations and housing maintenance programmes, education projects and frameworks.

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality Principal Designer services, with a strong focus on design risk management and CDM compliance. In addition, you will support business growth through bid writing and fee management.

The role also includes mentoring and overseeing the London team, with the long-term progression into a Programme Manager position.

This is a hybrid role, requiring attendance in the London office 2–3 days per week initially.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Principal Designer duties in line with CDM regulations across multiple complex schemes.
• Lead and manage design risk management processes from conception through to completion.
• Liaise closely with clients, consultants and contractors.
• Prepare and contribute to bid submissions and fee proposals.
• Support commercial performance through effective fee management.
• Provide leadership and oversight to the London team.
• Contribute to strategic growth and framework opportunities.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Principal Designer.
• Construction background would be ideal.
• Proven experience in design risk management.
• Experienced in writing bids and managing project fees.

• Degree qualified in a design or construction management related role 
• Other vocational and related qualifications are beneficial.
• Preferred- CMaPS status and Chartered Membership of a relevant body i.e. MCIOB RIBA

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious Senior Principal Designer looking to take the next step in their career. The salary is up to £65,000 (including car/allowance), with a clear progression route to Programme Manager.