CDM Consultant / Principal Designer

Playle & Partners Llp; Sidcup; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading construction consultancy as a CDM Consultant/Principal Designer, focusing on CDM services and client management. This role offers a flexible work environment, progression to Associate level, and a comprehensive benefits package, including 26 days holiday and profit share scheme. Ideal for an experienced professional in the construction sector with excellent skills in communication and teamwork.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Profit share scheme

Pension

Professional fee payments

Life cover

Free parking

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Construction/Design.
• Familiarity with CDM 2015 and Principal Designer roles.
• Good understanding of design hazard elimination processes.

Responsibilities

• Support CDM Manager in providing CDM Consultant Services.
• Undertake Principal Designer role for CDM and health/safety inspections.
• Manage key clients and assist with marketing and bid work.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Teamwork

Education

CMaPS / NEBOSH construction certificates

Job description

Location:
Playle & Partners LLP – Head Office, Sidcup

Salary:
£35k – £45k per annum + benefits/package (depending on experience)

Job Type:
Permanent

The Role

An exciting opportunity has opened for a CDM Consultant/Principal Designer to join Playle & Partners LLP, a progressive and dynamic construction consultancy. The role involves supporting the CDM Manager in providing CDM Consultant Services to a diverse client base, undertaking the role of Principal Designer for CDM and health and safety site inspections. There are opportunities for career progression within the practice, including managing key clients and working closely with the Partner in Charge.

You may also be involved in occupational health and safety for the practice and assist with marketing and bid work.

The Candidate

• Experience in Construction/Design background, familiar with CDM 2015 and Principal Designer role across various project types and sizes.
• Good understanding of design hazard elimination processes.
• Experience working on projects from demolition to large-scale construction.
• Excellent communication, management, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently, with good time and resource management skills, flexible to travel and visit sites.
• Ideally hold CMaPS / NEBOSH construction certificates, with at least 3 years of experience.
• Full clean driving license and own vehicle.

At Playles, you'll gain broad experience beyond typical national consultancies, with opportunities to extend your skills. The environment is friendly and client-focused, promoting long-term relationships. The role offers a career path with progression to Associate level for committed and hardworking individuals.

We are a leading Construction Consultancy in the Public Sector, competing across London and the South East. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, profit share scheme, pension, professional fee payments, life cover, and free parking.

We support flexible working, allowing up to 20% of time working from home with provided equipment. The practice hosts social events and encourages participation in charity activities. Recognized for staff training, industry awards, and a strong staff retention record.