Senior Construction Safety

Senior Construction Safety & Building Safety Consultant (CDM / Project Safety Hybrid)

Location:
London and South East (with travel across the region)

We are seeking a Senior Construction Safety & Building Safety Consultant to provide a hybrid service across
CDM advisory, project safety oversight, and building safety compliance
. The role supports clients across all project stages,
from early design risk reviews through construction delivery and handover,
ensuring safe, compliant, and coordinated outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Pre-Construction (CDM):

• Support designers and clients with
  design risk reviews
  , early hazard identification and safe design solutions.
• Contribute to the development of
  Pre-Construction Information
  and design-stage risk documentation.
• Review and provide input to Design Risk Registers
  , highlighting buildability, sequencing and maintenance risks.
• Attend and contribute to
  Design Team Meetings (DTMs)
  and technical workshops.

Project Safety & Construction Delivery:

• Provide
  project-level safety oversight
  , ensuring contractor compliance, safe sequencing, and risk mitigation on site.
• Review
  RAMS, Construction Phase Plans
  , permits and high-risk activities with a focus on technical buildability.
• Conduct
  site visits, inspections and audits
  aligned to client requirements and statutory obligations.
• Advise on safe methods of work, temporary works coordination, and integration of design intent during construction.

Building Safety & Compliance:

• Support compliance with the
  Building Safety Act
  , Gateway processes and Golden Thread requirements.
• Assist with
  fire safety information
  , façade remediation considerations, and building fabric safety issues.
• Review and support the completion of
  Health & Safety Files
  and operational safety documentation for handover.

Client Advisory & Communication:

• Provide clear, practical advice to clients, designers and contractors across all dutyholder responsibilities.
• Produce high-quality
  reports, audits and recommendations
  for safer delivery and maintenance outcomes.
• Coordinate stakeholders across design, construction and FM to ensure consistent safety and compliance.

Skills & Experience

Candidates may come from a
CDM, architectural, engineering, project management, health & safety, or building safety background
, provided they can demonstrate:

• Strong understanding of
  CDM 2015
  and design-stage risk management.
• Experience supporting
  construction safety
  on active projects.
• Ability to review and challenge
  designs, methods, RAMS, and buildability risks
  .
• Exposure to
  Building Safety Act
  requirements, fire/facade remediation or safety case development (desirable).
• Confident stakeholder management across design teams, contractors and client bodies.
• Relevant professional membership, such as
  APS, RIBA, IOSH, NEBOSH, CMaPS
  or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• CMaPS qualification (or working towards), preferably with APS membership.
• IOSH membership is advantageous.
• Relevant construction, design, or safety qualification (H&S, engineering, architecture, etc.) is beneficial.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated, proactive and able to work independently.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability for project outcomes.
• Professional approach with the ability to build positive client relationships.
• Flexible and adaptable working style, able to support varied project and team environments.

Application Process:

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications for the role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submissions are encouraged.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Contact:
Elvis Eckardt