Principal CDM & Safety by Design Leader

WSP in the UK & Ireland

Manchester

Hybrid

GBP 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

18 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Thrive wellbeing program

Gymflex benefits

Menopause support package

Flexible working hours

Job summary

WSP is seeking Senior and/or Principal Safety in Design Consultants to strengthen our CDM and safety in design capabilities in the UK. You will work across transportation, infrastructure and engineering projects, applying CDM 2015 principles and contributing to BSA 2022 compliance.

The role involves independent client advisory work and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. You will review risk, develop mitigation strategies with designers, and help deliver safe, compliant project outcomes

Qualifications

Degree or equivalent in safety, engineering, construction, transportation or related field; strong practical experience encouraged.
NEBOSH Construction certification encouraged and APS/IIRSM/IOSH membership preferred.
Excellent communication skills and ability to engage in client meetings.

Responsibilities

Review design-stage risk information and challenge it.
Collaborate with designers to develop hazard-mitigation strategies.
Inform risk profiles and compliance plans (PCI/HSF/BSA).
Provide independent safety advice to clients and internal teams.
Develop and deliver safety in design strategies and project-specific approaches.