Senior Principal Designer/CDM Advisor

3 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom PIB Group Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

Senior Principal Designer/CDM Advisor

We are seeking an experienced Principal Designer/CDM Adviser to join our Construction team in providing expert technical guidance, ensuring best-practice health and safety consultancy.

What you'll be doing:

  • Act as Principal Designer/CDM adviser, ensuring compliance across all RIBA stages through to handover.

  • Lead H&S: design reviews, principles of prevention, H&S files, audits, risk assessments, and method statements.

  • Deliver end-to-end project management: site inspections, reporting, finance tracking, and document control.

  • Enable outcomes: advise stakeholders (clients/designers/contractors/legal), support PQQs/fee bids/marketing, improve services, and train/mentor juniors.

What we're looking for:

  • Qualified Technician or working towards Chartered (or equivalent) with H&S credentials (NEBOSH Construction/General minimum).

  • Extensive construction and PD/CDM experience with demonstrable sector expertise under CDM regulations.

  • Strong organisation and administration; proficient in MS Office; reliable delivery against fee targets.

  • Client-focused relationship builder and confident communicator (written and verbal), representing the business professionally.

  • Positive team player who can work independently; committed to high-quality, dependable CDM services.

What You'll Get:

  • A competitive salary and benefit scheme.

  • A collaborative, supportive working environment where your contribution is valued.

  • Hybrid working opportunities.

Why PIB Group?

PIB Group is one of the UK's fastest-growing insurance businesses, offering real career progression, professional development, and a collaborative culture where your work truly matters.

We encourage our people to be collaborative, with entrepreneurship at our core. We are a fast-paced, growing organisation and an exciting place to be.

We also value ambition and creative thinking. You don't have to tick every box to apply, if you bring fresh ideas and a drive to grow, we'd love to hear from you

Inclusion & Accessibility

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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