CDM Principal Designer

Manchester Hybrid Working Available

A leading architectural practice in Manchester is looking to appoint a CDM Principal Designer to support its expanding portfolio across the residential and care sectors.

You will work closely with an established in-house design team, leading on design-stage health and safety and ensuring full compliance with CDM regulations across a diverse range of schemes. Projects include high-rise residential towers, mixed-use developments and higher-risk buildings, offering exposure beyond standard housing developments.

This role offers genuine scope for progression, with clear support for professional development and long-term career growth within a stable and well-respected practice.

As CDM Principal Designer, you will take responsibility for managing and reducing design risk throughout the pre-construction phase.

Your duties will include:

• Identifying and mitigating design-related risks

• Advising internal design teams and clients on CDM compliance

• Coordinating with external consultants and contractors

• Supporting clear and compliant handover to the Principal Contractor

• Ensuring all projects meet current CDM and health and safety requirements

To be considered, you will have:

• A minimum of 3 years' experience within a CDM, Principal Designer or design-stage H&S role

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate or an equivalent Level 3 health and safety qualification

• Confidence working collaboratively with design professionals

• A proactive and solutions-focused approach to risk management

Salary is negotiable depending on experience, with guidance up to:

• Up to 60,000 per annum

• Car allowance

• Annual bonus

• Pension scheme

• Season ticket loan

• Private healthcare

• Gym membership

• Hybrid working