Principal Designer
2 days ago
Principal Designer
Location:
Birmingham |
Salary:
£50,000–£60,000 DOE
A dynamic, design-led architectural practice in Birmingham is seeking an experienced
Principal Designer
to lead
CDM design risk management
across commercial, industrial, healthcare, and public-sector projects. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, growing team and play a key role in ensuring design safety, compliance, and quality throughout all project stages.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead design risk management and CDM compliance across projects
- Prepare and manage
Pre-Construction Information
and
Health & Safety Files - Review design information, identify hazards, and mitigate risks
- Collaborate with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams
- Support best practice and internal knowledge sharing
What We're Looking For
- Proven Principal Designer experience under
CDM 2015 - Knowledge of UK Building Regulations, construction methods, and risk management
- Experience across
commercial, industrial, healthcare, or education projects - Excellent communication, coordination, and organisation skills
- Revit proficiency advantageous (not essential)
- Strong attention to detail and solutions-focused mindset
Benefits
- £50,000–£60,000 DOE
- 26 days holiday + bank holidays
- Hybrid working, free parking, private medical, life assurance, income protection
- CPD, mentoring, volunteering days, financial planning support
If this position is of interest, and aligns with your experience then please do apply We look forward to speaking with you.
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