Hybrid Senior CDM Principal Designer – Advisory Lead

Bellrock Group; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Salary exchange pension

Life cover

Paid sick leave

Health Assured

Enhanced parental leave

Cycle to work

Holiday purchase scheme

Healthcare Cashplan

MotorSave Scheme

Refer a friend

Liftshare

Virtual GP

Job summary

Bellrock Consulting is seeking an experienced Senior CDM Principal Designer/CDM Advisor to join our growing team, supporting a key commercial client across refurbishment and remediation projects. You will provide expert CDM and Health & Safety advice, perform site inspections and help ensure projects are delivered safely and in line with CDM Regulations 2015.

This role involves building strong client relationships, managing multiple projects and traveling to sites across the UK as required, with

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the construction industry, with a strong background in CDM and Health & Safety advisory or assurance activities.
• Excellent working knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 and relevant Health & Safety legislation.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate, ideally with incorporated membership of the Association for Project Safety (IMaPS) or IOSH membership.
• Experience undertaking Principal Designer duties, managing pre-construction risks and providing practical advice to clients and contractors.
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients, contractors and colleagues.
• Highly organised, self-motivated and comfortable managing multiple projects and priorities independently.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with sound decision-making skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Collaborative team player who enjoys engaging with stakeholders, sharing knowledge and supporting the development of others.
• Full, clean UK driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Principal Designer duties in accordance with CDM Regulations 2015, providing CDM advisory support to clients where required.
• Plan, manage and coordinate pre-construction activities, identifying and managing potential health and safety risks.
• Manage multiple refurbishment, remediation and maintenance projects across a key client's property portfolio.
• Work closely with clients to gather and review pre-construction information, identifying gaps and advising on appropriate actions.
• Carry out regular site inspections, attend client meetings and produce clear, accurate health and safety reports.
• Provide practical CDM and Health & Safety advice, guidance and support to clients, contractors and project teams.
• Prepare, maintain and issue Health & Safety Files, ensuring relevant documentation is accurate and compliant.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, acting as a trusted point of contact.
• Manage project fees, support invoicing and ensure appointments are completed and closed out effectively.
• Ensure all work is delivered professionally, within agreed timescales and in line with relevant legislation and industry standards.

Skills

CDM advisory

Health & Safety

Client relations

Site inspections

Project management

Travel willing

Driving licence

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

IMaPS / IOSH

Job description

Bellrock Consulting is seeking an experienced Senior CDM Principal Designer/CDM Advisor to join our growing team, supporting a key commercial client across refurbishment and remediation projects. You will provide expert CDM and Health & Safety advice, perform site inspections and help ensure projects are delivered safely and in line with CDM Regulations 2015.

This role involves building strong client relationships, managing multiple projects and traveling to sites across the UK as required, with