Overview
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Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across global industries, delivering exciting work that defines our future and makes a societal impact. As a proudly employee-owned business, we invest in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued.
About The business unit
The Buildings Unit (BLD) has a major presence in Mott MacDonald’s regional offices in the UK and mainland Europe, providing a wide range of cross-sector skills across five key Sectors: Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Water.
Role
We are looking for an experienced and driven Principal Designer Advisor (CDM and Building Regulations) to provide support to clients within multiple sectors including buildings, water, energy, defence, transportation, and the built environment.
Key responsibilities
* Nationally deliver the duties of Principal Designer for a diverse client base
* Advise clients on CDM compliance, including development of CDM Strategy documents, Pre Construction Information Summary Documents, and Health & Safety files
* Assist and advise the Client on the competency of those appointed as Designers and Principal Contractors
* Review and comment on CDM documentation (PCI, design risk assessment, Construction Phase Plan, F10 and H&S File)
* Review and comment on Building Regulations documentation (competency, compliance with approved documents, HRB Gateways 1, 2, and 3)
* Facilitate Health & Safety by Design reviews (e.g., HAZID, HAZCON, HAZOP)
* Attend and contribute to design team and client meetings to advise on hazards and risk at pre-construction and construction stages
* Advise Designers on the application of the CDM Principles of Prevention
* Support workload management and assist with bidding and proposal writing
* Liaise with stakeholders (regulatory bodies, Clients, Designers, Principal Contractors, Contractors, and supply chain)
* Draft Health & Safety arrangements, Pre-Construction Information, and Health & Safety Files
* Assist Clients in identifying relevant health & safety and pre-construction information gaps
* Carry out internal roles of Project Safety Advisor and Principal Designer Advisor
Candidate specification
Essential
* Flexible with travel UK-wide to sites/projects
* Experience on large-scale projects in defence, water, energy, education, transport, and built environment sectors
* Strong passion and understanding of effective health & safety management with design and construction risk management
* Extensive knowledge of Health & Safety Legislation, CDM Regulations, and Building Regulations 2023 (England)
* Chartered or equivalent in a relevant engineering, construction, or project management discipline; or significant relevant experience
* NEBOSH National General and/or Construction Certificate
* Extensive experience in CDM/health and safety consultancy
* Experience delivering compliant building designs with knowledge of at least one discipline within approved building regulation documents
* Experience in a multi-disciplinary consultancy environment
* Proactive with good organisational and time management skills
* Excellent client-facing and communication skills
* Experience undertaking site H&S inspections and audits
* Strong technical and report-writing skills
* Experience delivering training and presentations
Desirable
* NEBOSH diploma/degree/NVQ in health and safety
* Membership of relevant health and safety or safety institutes
* Experience in Client, Principal Contractor and Principal Designer roles under CDM
Please note: offers for this role are conditional upon obtaining the appropriate level of Security Clearance.
UK Immigration
Mott MacDonald are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. We welcome applications from candidates eligible for alternative immigration routes that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker.
Working arrangements
Agile working: a hybrid working policy that supports flexibility, wellbeing, and trust.
Equality, diversity, and inclusion
We promote equal opportunities for all and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute.
Accessibility
If you are disabled or need support to apply or attend an interview, please contact reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com.
Benefits snapshot
Health and wellbeing
* Private medical insurance for UK colleagues
* Health cash plan for everyday costs
* Access to Peppy for menopause support
* Wellbeing program with family support
* Flexible benefits to extend health coverage
Financial wellbeing
* Employer pension contributions matching 4.5%–7%
* Life assurance up to 4x salary (option to 6x)
* Income protection and return-to-work support
* Flexible benefits including critical illness insurance and will writing
Lifestyle
* 33–35 days holiday (varies by level) with buy/sell options
* Holiday entitlement increases after 5 years
* Employee saving schemes and retailer discounts
Family and carers
* Enhanced family leave including 26 weeks paid maternity/adoption + 2 weeks paid paternity/partner leave
* Shared parental leave up to 24 weeks at full pay
* Extra leave for significant caring responsibilities
Learning and development
* Annual professional institution subscription
* Opportunities for mentoring, training, and self-development
Networks and social impact
* Active employee networks supporting diversity and inclusion
* Community involvement through social outcomes
Job details
Location(s): Altrincham, Liverpool, Manchester, GB
Contract Type: Permanent
Work Pattern: Full Time
Market: Buildings | Discipline: Building services | Job Ref: 10099 | Recruiter Contact: Christopher Raybould
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