Senior Construction Health and Safety Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the Midlands seeks a Senior Construction Health and Safety Consultant to lead high-profile projects and mentor junior colleagues. The role offers flexibility in managing your diary and working arrangements while contributing to safe, sustainable construction across various sectors.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in construction health and safety, ideally in consultancy.
• Strong working knowledge of CDM 2015 and related regulations.
• Membership with IOSH or APS (GradIOSH/IMaPS) required.

Responsibilities

• Leading CDM 2015 compliance and Principal Designer duties.
• Conducting site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Preparing detailed reports and advising clients on best practices.

Skills

Communication

Commercial Awareness

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

NEBOSH/NCRQ Diploma

NVQ Level 5

Relevant Degree

Job description

Job Title: Senior Construction Health and Safety Consultant

Location:

East Midlands or West Midlands (Leicester, Nottingham, Birmingham, Derby)

Job Type:

Permanent

Client:

Shirley Parsons

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

1

Posted:

25.05.2025

Expiry Date:

09.07.2025

Job Description:

Senior Construction Health and Safety Consultant

Lead with impact in a consultancy that’s shaping the future of safe, sustainable construction. We’re working with a nationally respected multidisciplinary consultancy with over 150 years of heritage, known for delivering exceptional places and spaces across the built environment. As part of their continued growth, they’re seeking a Senior Construction Health and Safety Consultant to join their Midlands team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to take ownership of high-profile projects, mentor junior colleagues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, all within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. You’ll work across sectors including commercial, education, and defence, with the flexibility to manage your own diary and working arrangements.

Responsibilities:

1. Leading CDM 2015 compliance and Principal Designer duties across diverse projects.
2. Attending and contributing to design, client, and site meetings.
3. Conducting site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
4. Preparing detailed reports and advising clients on best practices.
5. Mentoring junior consultants and supporting continuous improvement.

Requirements:

1. Significant experience in construction health and safety, ideally in consultancy.
2. Strong working knowledge of CDM 2015 and related regulations.
3. NEBOSH Construction Certificate and membership with IOSH or APS (GradIOSH/IMaPS).
4. Progress toward or completion of NEBOSH/NCRQ Diploma, NVQ Level 5, or relevant degree.
5. A proactive, commercially aware mindset with excellent communication skills.