CDM Principal Designer / Health & Safety Advisor

Aztrum; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected architectural practice in Birmingham is seeking an experienced CDM Principal Designer / Health & Safety Advisor. The role involves leading compliance with CDM regulations, managing multiple projects, and ensuring health and safety integration in design. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and health and safety qualifications. This position offers competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in construction-related or health safety discipline.
• Professional accreditation such as MCIOB or MCIAT.
• Minimum NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Principal Designer function ensuring compliance with CDM.
• Manage, plan, and coordinate multiple projects.
• Identify construction hazards and develop preventive solutions.
• Prepare and maintain all relevant CDM documentation.

Skills

Compliance with CDM Regulations

Project management

Construction hazard identification

Communication with clients and contractors

Education

Degree in construction-related or health and safety discipline

Professional accreditation (MCIOB, MCIAT)

Health and safety qualification

NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate

Job description

CDM Principal Designer / Health & Safety Advisor

Birmingham

A respected architectural practice based in the West Midlands is looking to appoint an experienced and driven CDM Principal Designer / Health & Safety Advisor to join its growing CDM department. This role offers the opportunity to influence the continued development of the team while contributing to a broad range of public and private sector projects across the UK.

Main Responsibilities for this CDM Principal Designer / Health & Safety Advisor:

• Lead the Principal Designer function, ensuring compliance with CDM Regulations across all project stages.
• Manage, plan, and coordinate multiple projects concurrently.
• Identify potential construction hazards and develop practical, preventative solutions in line with the principles of prevention.
• Facilitate collaboration among project stakeholders to ensure health and safety are integrated into design decisions.
• Prepare, review, and maintain all relevant CDM documentation, reports, and project‑specific health and safety files.
• Conduct design risk reviews and site‑based assessments during design and construction phases.
• Provide clear, consistent communication and guidance to clients, designers, and contractors.
• Support departmental administration and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience CDM Principal Designer / Health & Safety Advisor:

• A degree (or equivalent qualification) in a construction‑related or occupational health and safety discipline.
• Professional accreditation such as MCIOB, MCIAT, or comparable experience in construction project delivery.
• Health and safety qualification such as Chartered Membership of IOSH and/or Certified/Incorporated Membership of APS.
• Minimum NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate.
• Sound knowledge of CDM Regulations and their practical application in design and construction.

Interested? Then please send an updated CV for further information.