Associate Director Head Of CDM PD Services

The Health and Safety Partnership Limited; London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A national building consultancy is seeking an Associate Director to lead and grow their CDM and Principal Designer services. The role involves managing a team, driving compliance with CDM regulations, and fostering strategic relationships. Ideal candidates should have relevant professional memberships and experience in complex construction projects. A competitive salary of GBP75k–GBP85k plus benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Chartered or Incorporated status with a relevant professional body preferred.
• Track record of delivering CDM services on complex projects.
• Experience in consultancy or client-side roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the CDM and Principal Designer service line for clients.
• Manage and mentor a team of CDM and PD professionals.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance with CDM 2015 Regulations

Team Management

Risk Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Degree/Diploma in Health and Safety or Construction

Job description

Associate Director Head of CDM PD Services

Head of CDM / Principal Designer (PD) Services required to lead and grow service delivery for a national building consultancy, specialising in building control, safety and compliance. This is a key leadership role within the consultancy, reporting directly to the Board.

The role requires you to be within commutable distance to their London office.

As Head of CDM / PD Services, you will:

• Lead the CDM and Principal Designer service line across a diverse portfolio of public and private sector clients.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, supporting their compliance with CDM 2015 Regulations from concept through to completion.
• Manage, mentor and grow a team of CDM and PD professionals across multiple offices.
• Develop strategic relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally.
• Drive technical excellence, innovation and continuous improvement across Health and Safety delivery.
• Ensure robust governance, quality assurance and risk management systems are in place.

Qualifications and Memberships

• Chartered or Incorporated status with a relevant professional body (e.g., IOSH, APS, RICS, CIOB) preferred.
• Degree/Diploma qualifications in a relevant subject i.e. Health and Safety, construction, design.

Experience

• A proven track record in delivering CDM (2015) / Principal Designer services on complex construction and property projects.
• Proven leadership, team management and business development skills.
• Experience working in a consultancy or client–side role (preferred).

The company are offering GBP75k GBP85k plus a benefits package.