Assistant CDM Principal Designer

Job Title: Principal Designer (Assistant) – Glasgow

Location: Glasgow, Scotland

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000

Employment Type: Full‑time, Permanent

Principal Designer (Assistant) – a role for construction or design professionals seeking a specialised career in CDM and Health & Safety. The position supports the delivery of Principal Designer duties across a varied portfolio of construction projects and works alongside experienced CDM professionals. Suitably suited to candidates with around 2–3 years of experience in architecture, architectural technology, or construction, it offers a pathway to deepen knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations and safe design principles.

Projects span multiple sectors within the built environment. The role begins office‑based to support training and mentoring before transitioning to hybrid working after probation.

• Support delivery of Principal Designer duties across construction projects.
• Assist with CDM 2015 compliance across project design stages.
• Prepare design risk registers and Health & Safety documentation.
• Coordinate with architects, consultants and project teams.
• Monitor design risk management throughout the project lifecycle.

• 2–3 years experience within architecture, construction or consultancy.
• Knowledge of CDM 2015 and UK Health & Safety legislation.
• Exposure to live construction or design‑stage project environments.
• Strong coordination and communication across multidisciplinary teams.
• Interest in developing a specialist CDM or safety career.

• Salary £35,000 – £45,000 depending on experience.
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure.
• Hybrid working available after successful probation period.
• Structured CPD with support for APS, IOSH or NEBOSH.
• Pension scheme with employer contribution.