Senior Principal Designer

1 month ago


Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

A leading construction and design consultancy is currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Principal Designer to join their dynamic Suffolk team.

This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in a wide range of projects across various sectors, including residential, commercial, and public works, working with a forward-thinking team committed to safety, innovation, and compliance.

The Principal Designer Role

The successful Principal Designer will play a pivotal role in managing the pre-construction phase, ensuring compliance with CDM regulations and mitigating risks throughout the design process. You will collaborate with design teams, clients, and contractors to develop comprehensive pre-construction information, conduct risk assessments, and oversee the preparation of construction phase plans.

Key responsibilities include

Leading the Principal Designer function on a variety of projects.
Collaborating closely with architects, engineers, and project managers to ensure health and safety standards are integrated into the design process.
Assisting with the development of design risk registers and providing expert guidance on CDM compliance.
Liaising with clients to ensure their duties under CDM 2015 regulations are fully understood and fulfilled.

To be considered for this Principal Designer position, you will need

Proven experience in a Principal Designer role, with a background in construction, architecture, or engineering.
NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety.
Membership with a professional body such as IOSH or APS.
Strong knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

In return?

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Pension scheme and bonus opportunities.
Career development pathways and continuous professional development.
Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working.
Private healthcare and wellness benefits.
Cycle to work scheme and social company events.

If you are a Principal Designer considering new career opportunities in Birmingham, please contact Lucy Barlow at Brandon James on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.

Ref: #LB19114

Principal Designer | CDM | Construction Design Management | Consultancy | Construction | NEBOSH | Health and Safety | Birmingham


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