Assistant Principal Designer

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Bristol; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Principal Designer to join their Safety Management Team. The successful candidate will provide CDM Safety Management services and assist in various project sectors, including residential and healthcare. With a salary range of £42,600 to £64,000, this position involves collaborating within a dynamic, flexible work environment. Applicants should possess NEBOSH qualifications and experience in relevant construction sectors. A company car and additional benefits will be provided.

Benefits

Company car

Benefits for finances and well-being

Qualifications

• Substantial experience as a Principal Designer under CDM 2015.
• Experience in general H&S advising.
• Ability to deliver CDM and Health and Safety training.

Responsibilities

• Act as Principal Designer and Client CDM Adviser.
• Provide General H&S Safety Management services.
• Engage with clients professionally.

Skills

Experience in Principal Designer roles

Strong communication skills

Team leadership

Business development techniques

Education

NEBOSH National General Certificate

Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH)

Tools

Construction Health and Safety Management

Job description

To be a member of the TCE Safety Management Team, principally involved in the provision of CDM Safety Management services under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 acting in the role of Principal Designer and Client CDM Adviser, and the provision of General H&S Safety Management services. Project sectors include but are not limited to: Residential, Healthcare, Local and Central Government, Defence, Transport, Environmental, Commercial and Education.

Role Details

• Be experienced in the regulatory role of Principal Designer and the non-regulatory roles of Principal Designer Support and Client CDM Adviser under the CDM Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015).
• Be able to fulfil all Principal Designer duty holder requirements under CDM 2015.
• Have the skillset required to be able to integrate seamlessly into both the Safety Management team and the wider TCE Operating Unit.
• Have the skillset and ability to be part of the TCE Wales / Southwest Business Development teams and to help drive, meet timescales and deadlines, and have a good ability to manage time independently and effectively.
• Be able to engage, liaise and respond to Clients in a mature and professional manner.
• Have a positive working attitude along with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Methodical approach with good attention to detail to ensure a professional standard is provided at all times.
• Ability to remain flexible within a busy and expanding team reporting directly to the Associate Director - Safety Management CDM Team.

Previous Experience

Substantial experience of working as a Principal Designer and Client CDM Adviser under the CDM 2015 Regulations is essential. Significant experience of working as a General H&S Adviser under UK H&S Legislation is essential. Demonstrable experience and ability in relevant sectors across the construction industry - particularly the ones TCE is strong in (detailed in this job specification) is essential. Demonstrable experience of undertaking Construction Site Health and Safety Inspections and Advice is essential. Demonstrable experience of delivering CDM and General H&S training is desirable. Experience of line management is desirable.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrable knowledge and experience of CDM 2015. Demonstrable knowledge and experience of Construction Health and Safety Management. Demonstrable knowledge and experience of Occupational Health and Safety Management. Experience of working within the Defence Sector is advantageous, but not essential. Holder of a full, clean driving licence and having access to a suitable vehicle (which will be made available for use at work, and which possess the requisite business use insurance) is essential.

Educational Requirements and Professional Qualifications

Be professionally qualified to NEBOSH or equivalent standards. As a minimum have successfully completed the NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health or the National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety. Hold appropriate professional memberships of, among others; IOSH, APS, CIOB, IIRSM, IRM and IRSM. As a minimum be a Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH) and ideally an Incorporated Member of the APS (IMaPS). Able to evidence undertaking Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and maintenance of skills.

Personal Qualities

• Good communicator and listener with the ability to plan, manage and co-ordinate own workload.
• Good at taking instruction but also with the initiative to work autonomously.
• Good at leading a team and developing those reporting to you.
• Strong business development techniques.
• Confident, proactive, engaging, and motivated.
• Diligent with an eye to detail.
• Be comfortable in being able to challenge designs, suggested methodologies and working practices.

Working Pattern

Permanent

Location and Salary

Base Location: Cardiff, Perth or Reading. Salary: £42,600 - £64,000. Company car + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Our way of working

We take pride in delivering projects effectively for clients. This often requires colleagues to be together - in offices or on site - to ensure the best outcomes. When possible, we also advocate for flexibility around how, when, and where you work. There is no 'one approach fits all' – each team manages their own way of working, we trust our employees and focus on outputs not inputs. Meeting up with colleagues and clients face‑to‑face in office environments or on site is important for collaboration, face‑to‑face meetings, appraisals and development.

Inclusion

At Tetra Tech, we want everyone to feel like they truly belong. Our goal is to create a workplace where every person is valued and respected for who they are. Everyone is welcome at Tetra Tech. Opportunities and success should only be determined by attitude, capability and collaborative spirit. Be yourself, without apology.

Application

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter on the Careers portion of our website at Tetra Tech Europe Careers. Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/shared parental leave, in line with the Equalities Act 2010.