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Principal Designer
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Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21, England, UK
Listed on 2026-06-22
Listing for:
Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-22
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Environmental/ Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location:
West Midlands Salary: £47-55,000 A well-established multidisciplinary consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Principal Designer to join its West Midlands team. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering projects across a variety of sectors, ensuring health and safety compliance is effectively managed throughout the pre-construction phase in line with CDM 2015 requirements. Benefits Work on a broad range of projects spanning multiple industry sectors.
Gain exposure to complex and prestigious construction schemes. Join a supportive, collaborative, and professional team environment. Access ongoing training, development, and career advancement opportunities. Influence project safety strategies from the earliest stages of design and planning. Engage with clients, design teams, and contractors across diverse projects. Become part of a growing consultancy with a strong industry reputation. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Key Responsibilities Undertake the role of Principal Designer in accordance with CDM 2015 regulations. Lead and coordinate health and safety activities during the pre-construction phase. Identify potential risks and promote effective design solutions to eliminate or reduce hazards. Collaborate with clients, designers, contractors, and project stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance. Produce Pre-Construction Information (PCI) and facilitate design risk workshops and review meetings.
Provide guidance to clients on their CDM responsibilities and ensure designers meet their statutory duties. Work closely with Principal Contractors to support robust risk management throughout project delivery. Compile, review, and coordinate Health and Safety Files for completion and client handover. Requirements Proven experience within a CDM, Health & Safety, or construction design-related position. In-depth knowledge of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
NEBOSH Construction Certificate or an equivalent health and safety qualification. Experience working across sectors such as commercial, residential, education, or infrastructure. Strong understanding of design processes, construction methodologies, and risk reduction techniques. Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and report-writing abilities. Previous experience acting as Principal Designer on medium to large-scale projects within a consultancy setting would be beneficial. Membership of IOSH, APS, or a similar professional body, along with a full UK driving licence, would be advantageous.
To apply , please call Sophie on or alternatively, send your CV across to . I look forward to hearing from you soon!
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