Principal Designer

Brandon James Ltd; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Principal Designer to join their expanding team. The role involves working on housing, education, and commercial projects, ensuring compliance with CDM regulations. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in a similar role and a NEBOSH Construction Certificate. This position offers a competitive salary of £50,000 – £60,000, flexible working, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Discretionary performance bonus

Enhanced pension contributions

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible, Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a Principal Designer or CDM-focused role.
• Confidence in producing, reviewing and advising on CDM documentation.
• In-depth knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of multiple projects and identify design risks.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and fellow designers.
• Ensure compliance with CDM2015 and deliver expert CDM advisory services.

Skills

CDM 2015 regulations

Excellent communication skills

Proactive client-focused approach

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent

Job description

An established and highly respected multidisciplinary construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Principal Designer to join their expanding team in the Yorkshire region.

This opportunity will see the successful Principal Designer working on a diverse portfolio of housing, education, and commercial projects, delivering expert CDM advisory services and ensuring the highest standards of Health and Safety from concept to completion.

The appointed Principal Designer will take ownership of multiple projects, identifying and managing design risks, liaising with clients, contractors, and fellow designers to ensure compliance with CDM2015.

As a proactive and collaborative Principal Designer, you will play a pivotal role in influencing safe design solutions, driving best practice, and supporting the consultancy’s continued growth.

The ideal Principal Designer will have:

· Ideally a minimum of 3+ years’ experience in a similar Principal Designer or CDM-focused role

· In-depth knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations

· NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent), IMaPS / CMaPS or similar

· Confidence in producing, reviewing and advising on CDM documentation

· Excellent communication skills with a proactive, client-focused approach

In Return?

· £50,000 – £60,000

· Discretionary performance bonus – Based on company performance

· Enhanced pension contributions

· 26 days holiday + bank holidays

· Flexible, Hybrid working model

· Ability to progress within a stable

If you’re a Principal Designer currently considering your career opportunities, then please contact Bex Ellinger at Brandon James

01628 334 718

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