Principal Designer and CDM Advisor – Energy and Resources

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Holiday entitlement

Private medical insurance

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Principal Designer and CDM Advisor to lead CDM compliance and design coordination on major energy projects. You will support clients through regulatory requirements, apply best practices, and elevate project outcomes while mentoring junior staff.

Join a multidisciplinary team delivering hydropower, storage, and other energy sector projects, with opportunities for professional growth and involvement across the UK&I region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in construction, health and safety, or engineering.
• Chartered status and health and safety qualifications (e.g., NEBOSH) preferred.
• Strong understanding of CDM Regulations 2015 and design/construction processes.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the role of CDM Advisor to support clients.
• Demonstrate deep understanding of design and construction processes and legislation.
• Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Coach and mentor junior team members across the business.

Skills

Project management

CDM knowledge

Mentoring

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in construction/health and safety/engineering

NEBOSH or equivalent health and safety qualification

Job description

The UK&I energy sector is experiencing a transformative period. With increasing demand, stringent regulations, and ambitious net‑zero targets, innovation is at the forefront. This is your opportunity to be a part of this exciting journey.

We are looking for a dedicated individual to join Stantec as a Principal Designer and CDM Advisor. This role offers a chance to significantly contribute to the UK's energy transition.

You will join a dynamic, multi‑disciplinary team working on cutting‑edge hydropower and pumped storage hydro solutions as varied as Coire Glas in Scotland, Koysha in Ethiopia, and Dinorwig in Wales, as well as other wider energy projects across energy from waste, nuclear, hydrogen generation and transmission and distribution.

Read more about our work at Stantec Hydropower & Dams.

As a Principal Designer and CDM Advisor, responsibilities outlined under CDM 2015, including where necessary carrying out the role of CDM Advisor to support our clients. This role demands a deep understanding of design and construction processes and effective communication skills. You must be well‑versed in the legal requirements of CDM and other relevant legislation.

About You

• Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant construction, health and safety, or engineering discipline. Chartered status and additional Health and Safety qualifications such as NEBOSH are preferred.
• Experience: Proven experience in a consultancy environment, with the ability to coach and mentor junior team members and collaborate across the business.
• Skills: Strong understanding of innovative solutions and industry best practices, with experience in managing projects from concept to completion and in-depth knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015.
• Passion: A commitment to sustainability and a desire to make a positive environmental impact.

Why Join us?

• Our People Culture: We're a close‑knit team and very proud of our friendly and collaborative environment.
• Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK&I – we want you to be part of it!
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Great Projects across all sectors.
• Industry‑leading training and development as well as paid professional subscriptions.

To hear what some of our employees say about life at Stantec, please click on My Stantec Stories.

Join us and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the energy sector.