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Senior CDM Principal Designer

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Brandon James

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United Kingdom , London

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Salary:

50000.00 - 60000.00 GBP / Year
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Job Description:

An established engineering consultancy based in Central London is seeking a Senior CDM Principal Designer to support the delivery of major schemes across infrastructure, commercial and mixed-use developments. This role offers a balance of autonomy and work life balance with team collaboration, backed by training and support.

Job Responsibility:

  • Act as key point of contact for clients
  • Ensure health and safety risks are appropriately managed through all stages of design and planning
  • Lead on Principal Designer duties under CDM 2015
  • Oversee compliance
  • Contribute to the consultancy's wider H&S strategy
  • Support delivery of major schemes across infrastructure, commercial and mixed-use developments

Requirements:

  • 4+ years' experience in CDM or construction safety consultancy
  • Solid understanding of design risk management
  • Degree in Architecture, Engineering or Surveying (preferred)
  • NEBOSH Construction Certificate (essential)
  • TechIOSH or equivalent, with APS membership advantageous

Nice to have:

  • Degree in Architecture, Engineering or Surveying
  • APS membership
What we offer:
  • Bonus
  • Car allowance
  • 25 days holiday + BH
  • Company pension
  • Paid CPD and professional subscriptions
  • Progression to Associate-level positions

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
October 16, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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