CDM & H&S Principal Designer — Lead Projects

Turner & Townsend; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is recruiting for a CDM and H&S consultancy role from our Newcastle office. The role focuses on delivering CDM and H&S management, advising clients, and ensuring delivery excellence across projects.

You will understand client needs, provide expert guidance on CDM responsibilities, develop processes, and build strong client relationships to support successful outcomes.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent
• NEBOSH Diploma Level or equivalent
• GradIOSH or equivalent
• Experience as a Principal Designer
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to effectively plan and organise workload to meet deadlines
• Extensive knowledge of CDM Regulations
• Experience across diverse industry sectors would be an advantage

Responsibilities

• Understand and develop existing systems and processes to improve both CDM and H&S efficiency
• Provide expert advice and act as Principal Designer when required to help client understand legal responsibilities under CDM
• Establish positive relations with clients to gain confidence and become a trusted advocate
• Represent Turner & Townsend professionally in meetings, negotiations and correspondence
• Manage commissions to meet client expectations and TT requirements
• Carry out H&S performance reviews and audits for the client
• Liaise with SHQ and TT colleagues to ensure team effectiveness and profitability
• Compile and create pre-construction information and HS files

Skills

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

NEBOSH Diploma Level

GradIOSH

Experience as Principal Designer

Excellent communication skills

Ability to plan workload

Knowledge of CDM Regulations

Full UK driving licence

Education

Membership of the APS

Job description

Turner & Townsend is recruiting for a CDM and H&S consultancy role from our Newcastle office. The role focuses on delivering CDM and H&S management, advising clients, and ensuring delivery excellence across projects.

You will understand client needs, provide expert guidance on CDM responsibilities, develop processes, and build strong client relationships to support successful outcomes.