Principal Designer (PD) Safety Coordinator

JR United Kingdom; Chester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector is seeking a Principal Designer (PD) Safety Coordinator in Chester. The successful candidate will manage design-phase health and safety compliance, ensuring risks are effectively mitigated during the design and planning stages. This key position requires a degree in a related field, strong safety management expertise, and over 10 years of relevant experience, making it critical to project success.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in safety/design risk management role within construction.
• Recognised Health & Safety certification (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH).
• Comprehensive knowledge of CDM 2015 and Building Safety Act 2022.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and monitor pre-construction phase with design-related risks.
• Act as central point of communication between client, designers, and contractors.
• Prepare and maintain project’s Health and Safety File.

Skills

Design-stage risk management

Communication

Coordination

Proficiency in safety management tools

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Architecture

Degree in Construction Management

NEBOSH certification

IOSH certification

Job description

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Client:

EHS International Founded by Chris Mee

Location:

chester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

EHS International is hiring on behalf of a leading client in the construction sector for an experienced Principal Designer (PD) Safety Coordinator. This key position is responsible for managing design-phase health and safety compliance in accordance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) and the Building Safety Act 2022.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring health and safety risks are considered and mitigated throughout the design and planning stages of complex construction projects.

EHS International is hiring on behalf of a leading client in the construction sector for an experienced Principal Designer (PD) Safety Coordinator. This key position is responsible for managing design-phase health and safety compliance in accordance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) and the Building Safety Act 2022.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring health and safety risks are considered and mitigated throughout the design and planning stages of complex construction projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Design Risk Management:

• Plan, manage, and monitor the pre-construction phase with a focus on identifying and mitigating design-related risks.
• Coordinate with design teams to eliminate hazards and reduce residual risks.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations and safety standards.

Coordination & Communication:

• Act as a central point of communication between the client, designers, and contractors.
• Ensure all dutyholders are fully aware of their responsibilities under CDM 2015 and the Building Safety Act.
• Manage and distribute pre-construction information to all relevant stakeholders.

Compliance & Documentation:

• Prepare, update, and maintain the project’s Health and Safety File.
• Ensure accurate handover of the Health and Safety File to the Principal Contractor and the client.
• Liaise with the HSE regarding any compliance concerns and support corrective actions.
  

Candidate Profile:

Qualifications:

• Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Recognised Health & Safety certification (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH).
• Comprehensive knowledge of CDM 2015 and the Building Safety Act 2022.

Experience:

• 10+ years in a similar safety/design risk management role within construction.
• Proven experience managing safety compliance and maintaining H&S Files.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of design-stage risk management.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Proficiency in relevant safety management tools and software.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across multi-disciplinary teams.

Personal Attributes:

• Detail-oriented and highly organised.
• Proactive with a strong commitment to health and safety.
• Confident decision-maker with problem-solving capabilities.