Principal Designer

Capstone Property Recruitment; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary construction consultancy is seeking a Principal Designer (CDM) & Health & Safety Advisor in Northampton. The role involves ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations on complex construction projects, requiring a strong background in the construction industry, relevant qualifications, and excellent communication skills. A fantastic opportunity to join a respected consultancy during a growth phase.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within the construction industry.
• Proven track record as a Principal Designer on large and complex construction projects.
• Knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations, construction processes and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Act as Principal Designer on construction projects from conception through to completion.
• Prepare and manage all CDM documentation, including Pre-Construction Information.
• Provide clear CDM and health & safety advice to clients throughout project lifecycles.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Degree, HND or HNC in a construction-related discipline

Membership of the Association for Project Safety

Additional professional memberships (e.g. IOSH)

Tools

CSCS card

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Overview

Position: Principal Designer (CDM) & Health & Safety Advisor

Location: Northampton (Hybrid, with site travel as required)

Our client is a leading multi-disciplinary construction consultancy with over 25 years of experience delivering major projects across Industrial & Logistics, Data Centres, Hospitality, Offices, Automotive and Residential sectors. Operating on a global scale with a strong pan-European presence, they work with some of the world’s most recognisable brands. Known for their commerciality, financial strength, and high percentage of repeat business, they are in the midst of a significant growth phase and are seeking talented professionals to join their team.

The Opportunity

Our client is looking for a Northampton-based Principal Designer (CDM) & Health & Safety Advisor to play a pivotal role in embedding health and safety excellence across their projects. This role will involve working closely with clients, design teams and contractors to ensure compliance with CDM 2015 regulations and the safe delivery of construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as Principal Designer on construction projects from conception through to completion, including handover of the Health and Safety File.
• Prepare and manage all CDM documentation, including Pre-Construction Information, Design Risk Registers and Construction Phase Plans.
• Provide clear CDM and health & safety advice to clients, project teams and contractors throughout project lifecycles.
• Review and assess contractor risk assessments, method statements and plans, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Carry out site inspections, audits and reporting, identifying improvements and promoting good practice.
• Support the wider Health & Safety team, contributing to policy documents, internal audits, business development activities and client engagement.
• Champion a culture of health and safety, ensuring risks are effectively managed in pre-construction and construction phases.

About You

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within the construction industry.
• Proven track record as a Principal Designer on large and complex construction projects.
• Degree, HND or HNC in a construction-related discipline.
• Knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations, construction processes and risk management.
• CSCS card.
• Full UK driving licence (own vehicle with business insurance).
• Membership of the Association for Project Safety (Incorporated or above).
• Additional professional memberships (e.g. IOSH).

Key Skills & Attributes

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage workload proactively.
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with stakeholders at all levels.
• Attention to detail with the ability to produce high-quality reports.
• Team player, enthusiastic, and willing to travel across the UK.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected consultancy and contribute to some of the UK and Europe’s most exciting projects.

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Consulting
• Industries: Construction