CDM Consultant / Principal Designer

Conrad Consulting Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A notable construction consultancy in Sidcup seeks a CDM Consultant / Principal Designer. This role includes providing CDM consultancy services, conducting health and safety inspections, and engaging with clients on safety principles. Ideal candidates will have a background in construction, strong knowledge of CDM 2015, and excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, including 26 days' annual leave, flexible working, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

26 days' annual leave + bank holidays

Staff bonus/profit share scheme

Flexible working (up to 20% remote)

Professional membership fees covered

Pension scheme and life cover

Free on-site parking

Regular social events

Ongoing CPD and training support

Opportunities for progression to Associate level

Qualifications

• Background in construction, architecture, or design with practical experience in CDM.
• Experience on varied projects, including demolition and new build schemes.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a road-legal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide CDM consultancy services and undertake Principal Designer duties.
• Conduct health and safety site inspections and audits.
• Support in occupational health and safety across the practice.
• Engage with clients to promote safe design principles.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate or CMaPS accreditation

Job description

CDM Consultant / Principal Designer
Location: Sidcup
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 (+ benefits package)

A well-established and dynamic construction consultancy is seeking a CDM Consultant / Principal Designer to join its team based in Sidcup. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in construction or design to support the delivery of CDM advisory services and act as Principal Designer across a wide range of public sector and commercial projects.

The successful candidate will work directly with the CDM Manager and play a key role in health and safety inspections, risk mitigation in design, and stakeholder liaison. The role offers real potential for career development, including the opportunity to manage key client accounts and progress toward senior or Associate-level positions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide CDM consultancy services and undertake the statutory duties of Principal Designer under CDM 2015.
• Conduct health and safety site inspections and audits across various project types and values.
• Support in occupational health and safety across the practice, including policy input and guidance.
• Contribute to business development, marketing materials, and bid submissions.
• Engage with clients and designers to promote hazard elimination and safe design principles.

Candidate Requirements

• Background in construction, architecture, or design with practical experience in CDM and Principal Designer roles.
• Strong knowledge of the CDM 2015 regulations and the design risk management process.
• Experience working on varied projects, including demolition and new build schemes.
• Ideally holds NEBOSH Construction Certificate or CMaPS accreditation.
• Strong communication, organisation, and time management skills.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a road-legal vehicle.
• Comfortable travelling to project sites across London and the Southeast.

Benefits

• 26 days' annual leave + bank holidays
• Staff bonus/profit share scheme
• Flexible working (up to 20% remote working per week)
• Professional membership fees covered (1 body)
• Pension scheme and life cover
• Free on-site parking
• Regular social events and charity challenges
• Ongoing CPD and training support
• Excellent long-term career prospects with opportunities for progression to Associate level