Principal Designer

The successful candidate will take responsibility for coordinating the health & safety and CDM requirements throughout the design and pre-construction stages, ensuring projects are properly planned, coordinated and compliant.

Key Responsibilities

* Act as Principal Designer under CDM Regulations 2015.

* Coordinate and manage H&S requirements throughout the design process.

* Review design information, drawings and specifications to identify and mitigate risks.

* Coordinate with designers, consultants, contractors and the client.

* Undertake site surveys and inspections where required.

* Coordinate survey information and ensure it is incorporated into the design.

* Review and maintain the Pre-Construction Information (PCI).

* Prepare, review and maintain the Health & Safety File.

* Ensure design risk assessments and risk registers are maintained.

* Coordinate design meetings and H&S discussions.

* Liaise with the client and wider project team to ensure CDM compliance.

* Identify potential design and construction risks and provide practical mitigation measures.

* Ensure appropriate records and documentation are maintained throughout the project.

About You

We are looking for someone with:

* Proven experience working as a Principal Designer / CDM Advisor.

* Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 and UK H&S legislation.

* Experience coordinating surveys, design information and project documentation.

* Excellent communication and coordination skills.

* Ability to work independently and take ownership of CDM/H&S responsibilities.

* Experience working with multidisciplinary design and construction teams.

* Relevant qualifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, APS or equivalent would be advantageous