CDM Coordinator/Principle Designer

Straight-Line Civils; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global civil engineering firm is seeking a CDM Coordinator/Principal Designer based in Portsmouth. The successful candidate will lead on CDM and Health & Safety matters, ensuring compliance across all project stages. Responsibilities include preparing key documentation, reviewing contractor assessments, and attending site audits. A strong understanding of UK building regulations and familiarity with AutoCAD software are essential. The role offers salary between £50,000 and £55,000 with potential for hybrid working after training.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with AutoCAD and understanding of drawings are required.
• Knowledge of UK building regulations and general health and safety laws is essential.
• Security Clearance is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead on CDM and Health & Safety matters across all project stages.
• Prepare key documentation including pre-construction reports.
• Review and assess contractor's Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
• Attend stakeholder meetings and site audits.
• Compile Site Inspection Reports and Health & Safety Files.

Skills

Familiarity with AutoCAD software

Understanding of UK building regulations

Knowledge of Health & Safety laws

Ability to understand drawings

Job description

Straight-Line Civils are currently hiring a CDM Coordinator/Principal Designer for a company based in Portsmouth, UK.

The company is a global company who have a growing presence in the UK.

You will be involved across all sites the company is currently working on. The client works very closely with the company and will often get involved in the designs. However, it is your responsibility to ensure everything is complaint.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead on CDM and Health & Safety matters across all project stages, acting as the primary point of contact for project teams.
• Prepare key documentation including pre-construction information reports, tender information packs, and Design Risk Registers in collaboration with the design team.
• Review and assess contractor RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements) and construction phase plans
• Attend and contribute to stakeholder meetings, site visits, and audits to advise on design risk management and promote health and safety best practices.
• Compile Site Inspection Reports and Health & Safety Files while supporting the delivery of Principal Designer and Site Safety Inspector roles.

Requirements:

• Familiarity with AutoCAD software
• Understand drawings
• Ensure designers are taking into consideration clients pre-construction info / mitigating risks as practicable as possible
• Understanding of UK building regulations, CDM, and general health and safety laws
• Security Clearance

There is potential for this candidate to work in a hybrid structure once initial training has been provided.

Salary - 50,000 to 55,000

If this sounds of interest, please apply now. Alternatively, if you have any questions, contact us on (phone number removed).