CDM Consultant (Energy)

WSP; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a motivated CDM Consultant to provide expert advice on compliance, risk management, and health and safety throughout the project's lifecycle. Key responsibilities include ensuring adherence to CDM regulations and working closely with project teams to manage risks effectively. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, relevant qualifications, and experience in large projects. This role offers a hybrid working model and a commitment to work-life balance.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Hybrid working policy

Gym membership discounts

Virtual GP service

Flexibility in work hours

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Diploma or higher in health and safety.
• Experience as CDM Representative on large projects.
• Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015.

Responsibilities

• Ensure risk management processes align with CDM 2015.
• Assist Client with Pre-construction Information.
• Conduct safety audits and monitor compliance.

Skills

CDM compliance

Risk management

Health and safety legislation

Communication skills

Time management

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or Construction Certificate

Degree in construction-related discipline

Tools

Design risk registers

Health and Safety Files

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced CDM Consultant to provide specialist advice and guidance on CDM compliance, risk management, and health and safety throughout the design and construction process.

Key Responsibilities:

• As CDM Consultant the objectives are to ensure the risk management processes are in line with CDM 2015 and contact deliverables / Design management plans / risk registered and survey information, communication and document control pathways are reviewed and CDM-A has an input at safety in design stage.
• The CDM Consultant works closely with the project team to ensure all aspects of the Principal Designer role are performed.
• Working closely with the Designers to assist them apply the Principles of Prevention to design out risks and hazards as far as is reasonable practicable.
• Assist the Client with the provision of the Pre-construction Information.
• Provide Pre-construction Information to all Designers and Contractors.
• Prepare the Health and Safety File.
• Pass the Health and Safety File to the Principal Contractor or Client as appropriate.
• The CDM Consulant will attend site to establish preconstruction conditions, site layout and collect or ascertain extent of previous H&S / O&M, site risk management information.
• Review and support at pre-construction phase to ensure transfer of risk information from design team, to enable CPP development. CPP Review for initial start-up and review of Risk Assessments.
• Safety Audits on a regular frequency to monitor progress and statutory compliance on site. Regular monthly reporting required.
• To implement a near miss reporting mechanism and accident reporting tracker or database along with client process.
• Will support continual improvement programme Promote wider lessons learnt sessions for Project Team, improve engagement to H&S awareness and commitment at all levels.

What we’ll be looking for you to demonstrate…

• NEBOSH Diploma or Construction Certificate (or higher) or equivalent health and safety qualification.
• Experience acting as CDM Representative on medium to large projects.
• Strong working knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 and wider construction health and safety legislation.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills, with the ability to lead meetings and engage confidently with clients, designers, and contractors.
• Proficient in preparing pre-construction information, design risk registers, and Health and Safety Files (CDM Documentation).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective time management and organisation.

Degree or equivalent in a construction-related discipline or civil engineering.

Experience with National Grid Transmission in the capacity of CDM Representative or Principal Design Representative, or in a comparable role within a similar sector.

Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. IOSH, APS, RIBA, ICE, CIOB, CABE).

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can.Apply today.

Job Info

• Job Identification 77454
• Posting Date 12/19/2025, 11:28 PM

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.