Principal Designer

TN United Kingdom; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Designer to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative education projects while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. As a key contact between clients, designers, and contractors, you will play a vital role in promoting safety and compliance. With a hybrid/remote work option, this position is perfect for professionals looking to balance work and life while making a significant impact in the construction sector. If you have a passion for safety and design, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Discretionary Bonus

Pension Scheme

Early Finish on Fridays

Qualifications

• 3-4 years' experience in a similar role.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent/higher required.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients and contractors on health and safety issues.
• Prepare health and safety/CDM documentation for projects.
• Conduct H&S site audits and inspections.

Skills

Health and Safety Compliance

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of Legislation

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Relevant HNC/HND/BSc/MSc

Job description

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Job Title: Principal Designer

Our client, a well-established and growing specialist and multi-disciplined surveying consultancy, is looking for a Principal Designer to join their team on a hybrid/remote basis in Cambridge.

The Principal Designer will be a key team member, acting as the main contact between clients, designers, and contractors regarding health and safety issues. They will ensure health and safety compliance and that CDM regulations are met to support the delivery of new build and refurbishment education projects.

Responsibilities

1. Liaise and communicate with clients, contractors, Building Surveyors, architects, and others to provide advice on CDM/health and safety issues.
2. Assist in preparing health and safety/CDM documentation for contractors, clients, and others such as Health and Safety Files.
3. Collaborate with colleagues and keep them informed of project issues at all times.
4. Attend pre-contract and other site meetings; conduct independent H&S site audits/inspections.
5. Gather and organize information to ensure project compliance with Health and Safety guidelines.

Minimum Requirements

• 3-4 years' experience in a similar role.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent/higher.
• Relevant HNC, HND, BSc, or MSc (or equivalent) in a construction-related field.
• Good knowledge of applicable legislation.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Full UK driving license.
• Living within commuting distance of Cambridge.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Additional Information

• Further details can be discussed.
• Discretionary bonus, pension scheme, early finish on Fridays.

Bennett and Game Recruitment is a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex, operating across the UK with specialist teams in various industries. We act as a recruitment agency for this vacancy. By applying, you consent to us processing your data and contacting you regarding this application and our services.