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Senior CDM Principal Designer

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Posted on Jul 2, 2026 by CV-Library
Bristol, Bristol (County), United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£45k - £65k Annual
Full-Time - Remote
An established Construction, Health & Safety consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced CDM Principal Designer to join its growing team, covering Bristol, the South West and projects across the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected consultancy with an outstanding reputation for delivering practical CDM and health & safety advice across a diverse range of sectors, including education, healthcare, aviation, commercial and engineering. You'll enjoy the flexibility of remote working, a varied project portfolio and the opportunity to build long-term relationships with clients while working alongside an experienced team.

The Role

As a CDM Principal Designer, you'll lead the delivery of Principal Designer services across multiple construction projects, ensuring clients meet their obligations under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015. You'll work closely with designers, contractors and clients to identify and manage design risks from concept through to project completion.

Your responsibilities will include:

Acting as Principal Designer under the CDM Regulations 2015

Coordinating CDM duties across a wide range of construction projects

Leading design risk reviews and facilitating design team workshops

Advising clients, designers and contractors on CDM compliance and best practice

Preparing and reviewing Pre-Construction Information

Overseeing the production and completion of Health & Safety Files

Identifying and managing design and construction risks throughout the project lifecycle

Supporting clients in meeting their legal responsibilities under CDM and associated legislation

Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders

Contributing to the ongoing development of internal processes and service delivery

About You

Proven experience delivering Principal Designer services under CDM 2015

Background in Architecture, Building Surveying, Engineering, Building Services or a related construction discipline

Strong understanding of design risk management and construction health & safety legislation

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Confident leading meetings and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams

Strong report writing and organisational skills

NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent)

Membership of APS, IOSH or another relevant professional body

Awareness of PAS 8671 and the Building Safety Act 2022 would be advantageous

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites across the South West and UK when required

What's on Offer

Salary of £45,000 - £65,000 depending on experience

Fully remote and flexible working

Company pension

Paid professional memberships

Ongoing CPD and professional development

Diverse project portfolio across multiple sectors

Supportive and collaborative consultancy environment

Clear opportunities for long-term career progression

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CDM Principal Designer looking for greater autonomy, flexible working and the chance to work on a wide variety of technically interesting projects within a growing consultancy.

For a confidential discussion, contact Max Condie on (phone number removed), or apply today

Reference: 225323719

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Senior CDM Principal Designer

CV-Library

Posted on Jul 2, 2026 by CV-Library

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Bristol, Bristol (County), United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£45k - £65k Annual
Full-Time - Remote
An established Construction, Health & Safety consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced CDM Principal Designer to join its growing team, covering Bristol, the South West and projects across the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected consultancy with an outstanding reputation for delivering practical CDM and health & safety advice across a diverse range of sectors, including education, healthcare, aviation, commercial and engineering. You'll enjoy the flexibility of remote working, a varied project portfolio and the opportunity to build long-term relationships with clients while working alongside an experienced team.

The Role

As a CDM Principal Designer, you'll lead the delivery of Principal Designer services across multiple construction projects, ensuring clients meet their obligations under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015. You'll work closely with designers, contractors and clients to identify and manage design risks from concept through to project completion.

Your responsibilities will include:

Acting as Principal Designer under the CDM Regulations 2015

Coordinating CDM duties across a wide range of construction projects

Leading design risk reviews and facilitating design team workshops

Advising clients, designers and contractors on CDM compliance and best practice

Preparing and reviewing Pre-Construction Information

Overseeing the production and completion of Health & Safety Files

Identifying and managing design and construction risks throughout the project lifecycle

Supporting clients in meeting their legal responsibilities under CDM and associated legislation

Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders

Contributing to the ongoing development of internal processes and service delivery

About You

Proven experience delivering Principal Designer services under CDM 2015

Background in Architecture, Building Surveying, Engineering, Building Services or a related construction discipline

Strong understanding of design risk management and construction health & safety legislation

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Confident leading meetings and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams

Strong report writing and organisational skills

NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent)

Membership of APS, IOSH or another relevant professional body

Awareness of PAS 8671 and the Building Safety Act 2022 would be advantageous

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites across the South West and UK when required

What's on Offer

Salary of £45,000 - £65,000 depending on experience

Fully remote and flexible working

Company pension

Paid professional memberships

Ongoing CPD and professional development

Diverse project portfolio across multiple sectors

Supportive and collaborative consultancy environment

Clear opportunities for long-term career progression

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CDM Principal Designer looking for greater autonomy, flexible working and the chance to work on a wide variety of technically interesting projects within a growing consultancy.

For a confidential discussion, contact Max Condie on (phone number removed), or apply today
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Reference: 225323719

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