Job Description
CDM Principal DesignerBirmingham | Hybrid & Flexible Working | Healthcare, Commercial & Industrial Projects
An established architectural practice in Birmingham is seeking a senior CDM Principal Designer, a confident CDM Principal Designer, and an experienced CDM Principal Designer to lead health and safety across a diverse Midlands project portfolio. This is a key appointment for a commercially aware CDM Principal Designer who can design out risk at concept stage and influence design teams from day one. The successful CDM Principal Designer will take ownership of the CDM function internally, making this CDM Principal Designer role both visible and business-critical.
With circa 40 staff, the practice is well recognised for its healthcare projects, while also delivering industrial and commercial schemes. The appointed CDM Principal Designer will oversee projects ranging from £10k refurbishments through to £120m developments. As the sole CDM Principal Designer in the business, you will have autonomy to shape and grow this relatively new department, working alongside another senior professional to develop the service offering.
The Role
* Lead CDM Principal Designer duties across multiple sectors
* Embed health and safety into the design process
* Proactively design out risk at early project stages
* Advise clients and chair design and risk meetings
* Work closely with architects and consultants across the Midlands
The Candidate
* Background in architecture, design or a strong H&S-led design environment
* Senior-level experience within a CDM Principal Designer role
* Confident challenging design teams and influencing stakeholders
* Strong knowledge of current CDM regulations
* Commercially aware and able to manage schemes from £10k to £120m
The Package
* Hybrid working with flexibility tailored to the individual
* Weekly touch base in the Birmingham office (typically once a week)
* Workplace pension scheme
* Workers support scheme including healthcare, financial advice and counselling services
* 22 days holiday plus long service recognition
* Discretionary bonus of £2,000 to £3,000 if turnover targets are achieved
This is an opportunity to step into a leadership position, shape a growing department and make a genuine impact within a respected architectural practice.
If you are a CDM Principal Designer and are considering your career options currently, please contact Bex Ellinger at Brandon James on
Ref: BE9193
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