Head of CDM / Principal Designer Services

The Health and Safety Partnership Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based consultancy is seeking a Head of CDM / Principal Designer to lead the delivery of Principal Designer services across various construction projects. This senior leadership role involves managing a team of CDM professionals, ensuring health and safety compliance with CDM 2015 regulations, and acting as the key advisor to stakeholders. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a robust understanding of CDM regulations and possess strong team leadership skills, enhancing service delivery across projects.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of CDM 2015 regulations.
• Experience in a senior leadership role in construction or design.
• Proven capability to manage and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Principal Designer functions across projects.
• Act as key contact for CDM advice and guidance.
• Oversee development and implementation of CDM strategies.

Skills

CDM compliance

Team leadership

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Job description

Head of CDM / Principal Designer Services required to join a development and construction consultancy. You will lead the delivery of Principal Designer services across a wide portfolio of construction and development projects. You will ensure that health and safety is effectively embedded in the design process, in full compliance with CDM 2015 regulations. This is a senior leadership role that also includes managing and developing a team of CDM professionals, enhancing service delivery and acting as the key advisor to internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Principal Designer function across all projects, ensuring compliance with CDM 2015 and relevant legislation.
• Act as the key contact for CDM advice and guidance to project teams, clients, designers and contractors.
• Oversee the development and implementation of CDM strategies and risk management processes throughout project lifecycles.
• Manage the preparation and review of pre-construction information and Health and Safety Files.
• Chair design risk reviews and workshops, ensuring safety is considered at every stage of the design.
• Lead and mentor a growing team of CDM professionals, supporting their development and ensuring consistent high standards.
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations to support bids and fee proposals.
• Raise the company profile by preparing and delivering training for third‑party stake