Head of CDM / Principal Designer Services

Head of CDM / Principal Designer Services required to join a development and construction consultancy. You will lead the delivery of Principal Designer services across a wide portfolio of construction and development projects. You will ensure that health and safety is effectively embedded in the design process, in full compliance with CDM 2015 regulations. This is a senior leadership role that also includes managing and developing a team of CDM professionals, enhancing service delivery and acting as the key advisor to internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Principal Designer function across all projects, ensuring compliance with CDM 2015 and relevant legislation.
• Act as the key contact for CDM advice and guidance to project teams, clients, designers and contractors.
• Oversee the development and implementation of CDM strategies and risk management processes throughout project lifecycles.
• Manage the preparation and review of pre-construction information and Health and Safety Files.
• Chair design risk reviews and workshops, ensuring safety is considered at every stage of the design.
• Lead and mentor a growing team of CDM professionals, supporting their development and ensuring consistent high standards.
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations to support bids and fee proposals.
• Raise the company profile by preparing and delivering training for third-party stakeholders.
• Organise and participate in face-to-face networking with clients and suppliers.
• Drive continuous improvement in the delivery of CDM and Principal Designer services.

Experience

• Significant experience acting as Principal Designer under CDM 2015 within consultancy or client-side roles.
• Deep understanding of health and safety legislation in the construction and development sectors.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong client-facing and stakeholder engagement experience.

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma qualification in a relevant subject i.e. Health and Safety, Construction Design preferred.
• Chartered or Incorporated status with a relevant professional body (e.g., IOSH, APS, RICS, CIOB) preferred via associated qualifications routes.

The company are offering 75k- 85k plus pension, private health, life insurance and more.