Associate CDM Principal Designer

Brandon James; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate CDM Consultant to lead Principal Designer duties under CDM 2015. You will establish processes to facilitate the growth of the CDM team and work closely with clients and design teams. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £80,000, excellent career progression, and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Up to £80,000 basic salary

Bonus

Car allowance

Company pension contributions

Full CPD and professional membership support

Clear pathway to Director-level roles

Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + Christmas

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years’ experience within construction and design‑led H&S roles.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate is required.
• Degree in a relevant field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of Principal Designer duties under CDM 2015.
• Liaise with clients, design teams, and contractors.
• Install processes for the growth of the CDM team.

Skills

Project Management

Client Liaison

Team Leadership

Education

Degree in Architecture, Engineering or Surveying

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Job description

An established multi-disciplinary construction consultancy is seeking an experienced CDM Consultant to help spearhead their CDM operations. They already have a commercial pipeline derived from their well‑oiled services such as Project Management, Building Surveying etc. However, you would be responsible for installing processes and systems to allow them to facilitate their commercial development that they have planned.

This opportunity provides phenomenal career development, as you will be offered support at key milestones throughout the success of this project. If you are confident and ambitious, then this is the opportunity to create something that is yours, with the support and backing of an industry proven consultancy.

The Associate CDM Consultant’s role

As an Associate CDM Consultant, you will lead the delivery of Principal Designer duties under CDM 2015, liaising directly with clients, design teams, and contractors to ensure compliance with statutory obligations. You will help install a system to enable the smooth running and growth of a CDM team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years’ experience within construction and design‑led H&S roles (essential)
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (required)
• Degree in Architecture, Engineering or Surveying (preferred)
• Chartered or keen interest to work toward (CMIOSH, CMaPS, etc.)

In return?

• Up to £80,000 basic salary
• Excellent career progression
• Bonus
• Car allowance
• Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + Christmas
• Hybrid working
• Company pension contributions
• Full CPD and professional membership support
• Clear pathway to Director-level roles

Contact George Cassidy at Brandon James on (phone number removed).