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CDM Principal Designer – Architect

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Brandon James

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United Kingdom , Manchester

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Salary:

45000.00 - 60000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

A market-leading, multi-disciplinary consultancy with a proven record of promoting from within is looking for an Architect who is keen to move into a CDM Principal Designer role.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead project delivery across a range of residential, commercial, retail, refurbishment, education, and healthcare projects
  • Use experience as an Architect to eliminate risk at the early design stages
  • Mitigate risk at early design stages
  • Lead on all CDM-related tasks
  • Ensure clear communication to ensure handover to Principal Contractor is effective and smooth

Requirements:

  • Strong understanding of the CDM Regulations 2015
  • Design risk management
  • ARB-registered/RIBA-registered Architect
What we offer:
  • Hybrid working
  • Car allowance
  • Generous bonus scheme
  • Pension contribution
  • Season ticket loan
  • Gold standard healthcare scheme
  • Gym membership

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 14, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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