Job Description
CDM Principal Designer
Consultancy
Manchester
£55,000 - £70,000 per annum
Are you a proactive CDM Principal Designer ready to shape the future of construction health & safety? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your ideas and expertise genuinely influence project success?
Were partnering with a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy in the heart of Manchester thats on the lookout for a driven CDM Principal Designer to join their expanding team. Youll work on landmark projects across commercial, residential, education, and public sectors from innovative city-centre developments to sustainable regeneration schemes.
Why apply?
* Competitive salary of £55,000 - £70,000 depending on experience.
* Flexible & hybrid working options work how you work best.
* Career progression pathways tailored to your goals.
* A friendly, supportive culture that values innovation and integrity.
* Annual bonus, generous holiday allowance, pension, and wellness perks.
Responsibilities
* Lead the Principal Designer role under CDM 2015 regulations across the lifecycle of multiple projects.
* Engage with clients, design teams, and contractors to ensure health & safety is embedded from day one.
* Deliver robust pre-construction information and risk management strategies.
* Advise on design risk mitigation and compliance during planning, design, and delivery phases.
* Champion best practices in health & safety across the business.
CDM/Principal Designer
* NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent H&S qualification.
* Demonstrable experience in the Principal Designer role, ideally from a consultancy environment.
* Thorough knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations.
* Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
* A professional membership (e.g., IOSH, APS, RICS, CIOB, or similar) is highly desirable.
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