About the Role
We are currently seeking an Principal Designer to join our team based in Birmingham
Key Responsibilities
* Planning, managing and monitoring pre‑construction phase of relevant projects
* Provide Pre‑Contract advice; site visits; appraisals and assistance in the development of Employers Requirements, specification or procurement
* Assist in identifying, obtaining, collating and disseminating Pre‑Construction Information as defined in the CDM Regulations
* Liaise and cooperate with any other persons involved in projects
* Assist in the development of adequate and suitable management arrangements for the project/s including advising on mobilisation periods
* Establish and implement procedures for collation and storage of Health and Safety Information; a programme and procedure for reporting, management of changes and design co‑ordination in relation to health and safety matters
* Attend all relevant meetings as necessary
* Take steps to ensure that designers comply with their duties under the CDM Regulations
* Liaise with the Principal Contractor to prepare the Construction Phase Plan; agree scope, structure and format of the Health and Safety File at the outset of the Project with Client and contractor
* Prepare, amend and add to the Health and Safety File throughout the Project
* Manage aspects of design including any changes, in accordance with the CDM Regulations
* Review access and maintenance strategies to ensure that these comply with the CDM Regulations
* Advise on duties and obligations under the CDM Regulations during the Construction Phase and throughout the Project
* Quality manage a broad range of projects to achieve the best standards and value for the client
* Be responsible for the highest possible quality standards for every project
* Visit sites as directed by Project Manager / Employer’s Agent and Quantity Surveyor to ensure works are carried out in accordance with the drawings and specification
* Ensure building standards for health and safety and workmanship are being met and report these to relevant persons
* Help to manage / mentor junior staff
* Create a team environment in which everyone is committed to producing a quality outcome
* Gain the confidence of the client
* Liaise with other members of the team to ensure consistency of service delivery and identify opportunities for developing both the quality and profitability of the service
Skills
* Flexible
* Proactive
* Confident
* Smart appearance
* Team working
* Good communication skillsAble to work unsupervised
Experience
* A minimum of 2 years experience as a Principal Designer and be fully proficient with CDM 2015 regulations
* A sound understanding of the principles of risk reduction, design process and construction stages
* Health & Safety implementation and monitoring
* A strong track record in Construction Industry, demonstrating a progressive career path
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