Head Of CDM / Principal Designer (PD) Services

The Health and Safety Partnership Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A national building consultancy is seeking a Head of CDM / Principal Designer to lead their service delivery. You will manage a team, ensure compliance with CDM regulations, and develop strategic relationships. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and chartered membership, alongside proven leadership and consultancy experience. The role offers a salary of £75k - £85k plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Chartered or Incorporated status with a relevant professional body preferred.
• Proven track record in CDM and Principal Designer services.
• Experience in consultancy or client-side roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the CDM and Principal Designer service line.
• Act as a trusted advisor for compliance with CDM Regulations.
• Manage and mentor a team of professionals.
• Drive technical excellence and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Client advisory

CDM compliance

Team management

Strategic relationship development

Education

Degree/Diploma in Health and Safety or Construction

Job description

Overview

Head of CDM / Principal Designer (PD) Services required to lead and grow service delivery for a national building consultancy, specialising in building control, safety and compliance. This is a key leadership role within the consultancy, reporting directly to the Board. This role requires you to be within commutable distance to their London office.

Responsibilities

• Lead the CDM and Principal Designer service line across a diverse portfolio of public and private sector clients.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, supporting their compliance with CDM 2015 Regulations from concept through to completion.
• Manage, mentor and grow a team of CDM and PD professionals across multiple offices.
• Develop strategic relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally.
• Drive technical excellence, innovation and continuous improvement across Health and Safety delivery.
• Ensure robust governance, quality assurance and risk management systems are in place.

Qualifications and Memberships

• Chartered or Incorporated status with a relevant professional body (e.g., IOSH, APS, RICS, CIOB) preferred.
• Degree/Diploma qualifications in a relevant subject i.e. Health and Safety, construction, design.

Experience

• A proven track record in delivering CDM (2015) / Principal Designer services on complex construction and property projects.
• Proven leadership, team management and business development skills.
• Experience working in a consultancy or client-side role (preferred).

The company are offering £75k - £85k plus a benefits package