Principal Designer

6 days ago


London, United Kingdom urban Full time

Principal Designer

Are you an experienced Principal Designer with a passion for Health & Safety in architecture? If you thrive on responsibility, collaboration, and the freedom to deliver impactful results, this role could be the perfect next step in your career.


We’re seeking a dynamic individual to join our London team, overseeing a variety of bespoke architectural projects while driving new business opportunities. With a progressive culture and entrepreneurial approach, this position offers a unique blend of project leadership, client engagement, and team development.


Role Highlights:

As Principal Designer, you will:

  • Advise project teams and clients on Health & Safety risk management in line with CDM 2015 regulations.
  • Manage and coordinate Health & Safety during the pre-construction phase.
  • Provide consistent guidance across projects, ensuring best practices and compliance.
  • Prepare and issue Health & Safety files and design risk assessments.
  • Deliver in-house training and contribute to developing guidance materials.
  • Lead on fee proposals for Principal Designer services.


About You:

Essential:

  • A minimum of 10 years’ experience in CDM.
  • CMIOSH Chartered Member of IOSH and APS membership.
  • Strong understanding of design and construction methodologies.
  • Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to manage tasks effectively.
  • Resilience, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure.
  • Legal right to work in the UK and eligible for security clearance.

Desirable:

  • A degree in architecture, architectural technology, or construction/engineering.


Benefits:

Agile, flexible and hybrid working, (a minimum of 3 days in office, up to 2 days WFH) annual leave increasing with long service, life assurance, study sponsorship with paid study leave, sabbaticals, employee assistance programme, season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme, virtual GP service, subscription fees, company day out, a volunteering scheme and enhanced learning & development opportunities.


This is a pivotal role for a results-driven individual with the skills to manage multiple stakeholders and the vision to help shape our Health & Safety strategy.


If this sounds like your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you Contact Sophie at sophie@bemoreurban.com to learn more or apply.


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