A leading multi-disciplinary consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Principal Designer to join their fast growing team in Leeds.
With a strong reputation for delivering outstanding projects across sectors such as logistics, warehousing, retail, residential, and commercial, this role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse and exciting portfolio while advancing your career within a highly respected consultancy.
The Role
As a Senior Principal Designer, you will be responsible for managing CDM 2015 compliance and ensuring health and safety best practices are embedded in the design and construction phases. You'll work closely with clients, architects, and contractors, providing expert design risk management advice across a variety of large-scale projects.
Senior Principal Designer Key Responsibilities
1. Fulfil Principal Designer duties in accordance with CDM 2015 regulations.
2. Provide expert guidance on design risk management and health and safety compliance.
3. Work closely with clients, design teams, and contractors to ensure projects meet the highest safety standards.
4. Prepare and review pre-construction information, risk assessments, and construction phase plans.
5. Conduct site visits, audits, and inspections to monitor compliance and identify risk mitigation strategies.
6. Support and mentor junior team members, helping to develop and expand the consultancy's CDM services.
7. Maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development opportunities.
The Ideal Senior Principal Designer
1. 5+ years' experience in a Principal Designer or CDM Consultant role.
2. NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent qualification.
3. Membership with APS (IMaPS or CMaPS) or a willingness to achieve accreditation.
4. Strong knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations, health and safety standards, and building regulations.
5. Background in architecture, construction, engineering, or a related field is advantageous.
6. Proficiency in preparing CDM documentation and risk assessments.
7. Excellent client-facing skills, with the ability to communicate complex safety concepts effectively.
8. Highly organised, able to manage multiple projects across different sectors.
What's In It for You?
1. Competitive Salary - £50,000 - £65,000 per annum (dependent on experience).
2. Annual Leave - 25 days plus bank holidays.
3. Bonus Scheme - Performance-based rewards.
4. Pension Contribution - Secure your future with a strong company contribution.
5. Professional Development - Support with training, accreditations, and career progression.
6. Flexible Working Arrangements - Hybrid working options to support work-life balance.
7. Healthcare Benefits - Comprehensive support for you and your family.
8. Exciting Project Portfolio - Work on high-profile projects across multiple sectors.
If you are a Senior Principal Designer looking for an exciting opportunity to work within a leading consultancy, contact Lucy Barlow at Brandon James on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.
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Senior Principal Designer / CDM Consultant / Health and Safety / CDM 2015 / NEBOSH / APS / Leeds / Multi-Disciplinary Consultancy / Logistics / Warehousing / Retail / Residential / Commercial / Construction #J-18808-Ljbffr