Senior CDM Principal Designer

ENGIE Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An international engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior CDM Principal Designer for London or Bicester. The role involves managing the Pre-Construction phase, ensuring Health & Safety compliance, and coordinating between clients and contractors. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years in construction design management with experience in large projects. Benefits include hybrid working options and comprehensive support.

Benefits

23 days annual leave

Hybrid working

Contributory company pension

Healthcare scheme

Training sponsorship

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a similar role focusing on Construction Design Management.
• Experience with large-scale construction projects is beneficial.
• Fluent English with additional languages as a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage Pre-Construction phase as Principal Designer.
• Coordinate Health & Safety and ensure compliance.
• Liaise with client and contractors on safety matters.

Skills

Construction Design Management

Health and Safety Regulations

Excellent communication skills

Risk assessment methods

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

NEBOSH Diploma

Job description

Senior CDM Principal Designer - London/Bicester

RED are an expanding international M&E consultancy, with a proven track record in low energy design, focused on providing excellent design solutions to clients. We now seek a Senior CDM Principal Designer to be based out of our London or Bicester office.

Overview

Role: Senior CDM Principal Designer
Location: London or Bicester, UK

Role Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and monitor the Pre-Construction phase, and coordinate Health & Safety as the Principal Designer.
• Fulfil the duties of the Principal Designer as defined under CDM 2015, including acting as CDM-Advisor to support the client when necessary.
• Ensure coordination among client, designers, contractors and internal team members, and verify duties are complied with.
• Assist the client in identifying, obtaining and collating pre-construction information; provide this information to duty holders and relevant parties.
• Ensure designers comply with their duties and cooperate with each other.
• Undertake and coordinate safety by design reviews and produce a meaningful Design Risk Assessment.
• Attend client meetings, advise on Health & Safety guidelines, and guide the Design team and client through Health & Safety requirements and RIBA Stages.
• Liaise with client representatives, Principal Contractor and contractors regarding health and safety.
• Review Principal Contractors information, including the Construction Phase Health & Safety plan; prepare the Health & Safety file; submit F10 on behalf of the client; undertake CDM site audits and lessons learned workshops; review and identify surveys required.
• Produce and issue fee schedules and be responsible for project reporting internally; manage internal project reporting on progress and invoicing support.

Role Requirements

• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar role with a focus on Construction Design Management.
• Data Centre and/or large-scale infrastructure project experience.
• Stable career background.
• Knowledge of MEP building services is useful.
• NEBOSH Diploma beneficial; experience of construction site safety.
• Experience with appropriate H&S procedures in an engineering consultancy environment in construction.
• Working knowledge of the UK Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 and their applicability to design consultants in the built environment.
• Understanding of risk assessment and mitigation methods.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).
• Experience with international consultancy is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of H&S issues and legislation; ability to apply to design risk workshops at all RIBA stages.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Good understanding of British Standards.
• Ability to prioritize workload, meet deadlines, and work on own initiative; ability to manage multiple projects.
• Fluent English (essential); other languages desirable.
• Chairing/facilitation and group training delivery capability for CDM and designer duties.
• Working knowledge of CDM, PUWER, COSHH, LOLER, MHSWR, BSA Regulations; ability to coordinate with designers and contractors; delivery of contract and program management.
• Ethical conduct and alignment with the Ethics Charter and Guidelines.
• Background in consulting or construction preferred; good understanding of H&S in an international business/consultancy environment.

Benefits

RED offers a variety of benefits, including but not limited to:

• 23 days annual leave rising to 28 days with service; holiday purchase and buy-back scheme.
• Hybrid working; contributory company pension; healthcare scheme (company-funded cover depending on level).
• Non-contractual bonus awards; training sponsorship; charity volunteering leave; wellness days and initiatives.
• Salary commensurate with experience; collaborative teams; mentoring support from leaders.
• Comprehensive benefits package and equal opportunities employer.

*This role will ideally suit those with the right to live & work in the UK without restrictions.