CDM Principal Designer
Job in
Birmingham, West Midlands, B1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-02-25
Listing for:
Brandon James
Full Time, Contract
position Listed on 2026-02-25
Job specializations:
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Design & Architecture
Architect / Sr. Architect, Engineering Design & Technologists
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Birmingham | Hybrid & Flexible Working | Healthcare, Commercial & Industrial Projects
An established architectural practice in Birmingham is seeking a senior CDM Principal Designer, a confident CDM Principal Designer, and an experienced CDM Principal Designer to lead health and safety across a diverse Midlands project portfolio. This is a key appointment for a commercially aware CDM Principal Designer who can design out risk at concept stage and influence design teams from day one.
The successful CDM Principal Designer will take ownership of the CDM function internally, making this CDM Principal Designer role both visible and business-critical.
With circa 40 staff, the practice is well recognised for its healthcare projects, while also delivering industrial and commercial schemes. The appointed CDM Principal Designer will oversee projects ranging from £10k refurbishments through to £120m developments. As the sole CDM Principal Designer in the business, you will have autonomy to shape and grow this relatively new department, working alongside another senior professional to develop the service offering.
The Role
Lead CDM Principal Designer duties across multiple sectors
Embed health and safety into the design process
Proactively design out risk at early project stages
Advise clients and chair design and risk meetings
Work closely with architects and consultants across the Midlands
The Candidate
Background in architecture, design or a strong H&S-led design environment
Senior-level experience within a CDM Principal Designer role
Confident challenging design teams and influencing stakeholders
Strong knowledge of current CDM regulations
Commercially aware and able to manage schemes from £10k to £120m
The Package
Hybrid working with flexibility tailored to the individual
Weekly touch base in the Birmingham office (typically once a week)
Workplace pension scheme
Workers support scheme including healthcare, financial advice and counselling services
22 days holiday plus long service recognition
Discretionary bonus of £2,000 to £3,000 if turnover targets are achieved
This is an opportunity to step into a leadership position, shape a growing department and make a genuine impact within a respected architectural practice.
If you are a CDM Principal Designer and are considering your career options currently, please contact Bex Ellinger at Brandon James on (phone number removed)
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