Salary: 45,000 : 50,000 + package
Location: Scotland project coverage (hybrid working based from Glasgow or Edinburgh)
The Opportunity
Hays Health and Safety are working with a leading, globally recognised engineering and consultancy organisation to appoint a Health and Safety Consultant specialising in CDM to join its well:established team.
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone early in their CDM career (circa 2:5 years experience) who wants to develop into a fully rounded Principal Designer within a highly supportive and structured environment.
Youll be joining a team known for developing talent quickly, with clear progression routes, strong mentorship, and full support towards chartership and further professional qualifications. Many senior leaders within the team have progressed internally from similar entry:level roles, including the current regional leadership.
The Role
Youll support the delivery of CDM Advisory and Principal Designer (PD) services across a diverse portfolio of projects including property, industrial and education.
Key responsibilities include:
Supporting delivery of CDM 2015 duties, including acting as PD where appropriate Producing pre:construction information, health and safety files, and associated documentation Ensuring designer compliance with CDM regulations Reviewing contractor RAMS and H and S documentation Engaging with clients, designers and project teams throughout project life cycles Advising on procurement routes and consultant appointments Supporting wider H and S service delivery across multidisciplinary projects Keeping up to date with relevant legislation and industry best practice Contributing to business development and regional growth of CDM services
About You
This role is ideal for someone looking to build on early CDM experience and progress quickly within a structured consultancy environment.
Technical Requirements:
Background in construction, design, or a related discipline NEBOSH Certificate (minimum) Working knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations Understanding of wider construction H and S legislation (e.g. asbestos regulations) Exposure to PD or CDM advisory work in a consultancy or contractor environment
Whats on Offer
45,000 : 50,000 salary (DOE) Generous pension scheme Private medical cover Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Structured career progression with clear promotion pathways Full support towards chartership and further qualifications Access to industry:leading training and development programmes Opportunity to work across a diverse, high:profile project portfolio
Why This Role?
This isnt just another CDM role, its a chance to join an organisation that genuinely invests in early:career professionals and provides a clear route into senior PD and leadership positions.
If youre looking for a role where youll be mentored, developed, and fast:tracked, this is one of the strongest platforms in the market.
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