CDM Principal Designer
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | London |
| Area | London, England |
| Sector | CDM and Principal Designer |
| Salary | £60k-£80k plus comprehensive benefits package |
| Currency | GBP |
| Start Date | asap |
| Job Ref | 2430 |
- Description
An established, multidisciplinary construction consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced CDM Principal Designer to join its London team. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident, capable professional who can hit the ground running and become a key member of a growing team.
The successful candidate will work across a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects, including residential, commercial, healthcare and infrastructure schemes throughout London, with values ranging from £500k to £500m+.
Initially this is an office-based role to encourage collaboration with the architectural and design teams, moving to one day per week working from home.
The Role
- Deliver both Principal Designer and Client CDM Advisor services.
- Provide practical CDM and health & safety advice from project inception through to completion.
- Collaborate closely with architects, design teams and clients to ensure effective design risk management.
- Attend design team meetings and contribute to the successful delivery of complex projects.
- Build strong client relationships while maintaining high technical standards and helping to secure new work.
- Mentor and develop CDM professionals.
- Experience
- Several years’ experience delivering the Principal Designer and Client CDM Advisor services.
- Previous construction or design background (e.g. Architect, Engineer or Construction Management- preferred)
- Strong client-facing, communication and business development skills.
- Excellent Knowledge of the CDM Regulations 2015.
- Qualifications
- A relevant degree is preferred.
- Working towards or already holding CMaPS, CMIOSH, or an equivalent professional qualification.
What's on Offer
- Salary of £60,000–£80,000, depending on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Structured support towards CMaPS, CMIOSH or other relevant professional qualifications.
- Clear progression to Director level within a successful consultancy with a flat management structure, supported by excellent training and professional development.
- Exposure to landmark London projects across multiple sectors.
