Posted 21 July, 2026
CDM Principal Designer Construction Safety Consultant
The Health and Safety Partnership Limited
Pinhoe, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
CDM Principal Designer Construction Safety Consultant required by a professional services and engineering consultancy. They provide technical, advisory, design, engineering, environmental, and project management services across the built and natural environment. This is a project delivery-focused role providing expert CDM and H&S advice and guidance to internal and external stakeholders across a diverse portfolio of construction, infrastructure, utilities, energy, healthcare, education, manufacturing and engineering projects. Key Responsibilities * Act as Principal Designer in accordance with CDM 2015. * Advise clients and project teams on health and safety compliance. * Coordinate and manage design risk throughout the pre-construction phase. * Review designs to identify and mitigate health and safety risks. * Lead design risk workshops and stakeholder meetings. * Prepare and review Pre-Construction Information and Health & Safety Files. * Undertake site inspections and provide practical safety advice. * Produce clear reports and risk management recommendations. * Liaise with clients, designers, contractors and other stakeholders. * Promote best practice in construction health and safety. Requirements * NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (or equivalent). * Proven experience delivering Health & Safety and CDM advice within construction or infrastructure environments. * Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel mainly regionally with some wider travel. * Strong IT, reporting and administrative skills. Desirable * IMaPS, TechIOSH, GradIOSH or working towards professional membership. * ISO 45001 auditing experience. * Evidence of continued professional development and aspirations towards Chartered status. * Rail sector experience would be welcomed. What's on Offer * Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. * Structured training, mentoring and career development. * Support towards professional qualifications and chartership. * Opportunity to work on high-profile, multi-sector projects across the UK. * Comprehensive wellbeing and employee benefits package
