Senior Principal Designer (CDM) - Safety & Design Lead

Quest Global; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Global is seeking a Principal Designer (CDM) to join its construction and safety-focused team in the UK. You will work with customers and project teams to fulfill the duties of Principal Designer under CDM 2015, supporting planning, management, and coordination of health and safety in the pre-construction phase.

You must be a Sole UK National and eligible for Security Clearance. The role emphasizes risk elimination, design review, and collaborative delivery across designers, contractors,

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant discipline with professional body accreditation (CIOB/CITB/RICS/NEBOSH).
• Proven track record delivering CDM Principal Designer roles.
• Strong knowledge of CDM 2015 and industry guidance.

Responsibilities

• Undertake duties of Principal Designer under CDM 2015.
• Coordinate health and safety aspects during pre-construction.
• Review designs to identify and eliminate risks.
• Facilitate collaboration between designers, contractors and stakeholders.
• Prepare PCI and Health & Safety Files.
• Provide expert CDM compliance advice.
• Lead design risk reviews and hazard identification.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and clients.
• Support project governance, assurance, and reporting.
• Promote a positive safety culture.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and guidance.

Skills

CDM Regulations

Health & Safety

Stakeholder mgmt

Leadership

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Professional body membership

Job description

Quest Global is seeking a Principal Designer (CDM) to join its construction and safety-focused team in the UK. You will work with customers and project teams to fulfill the duties of Principal Designer under CDM 2015, supporting planning, management, and coordination of health and safety in the pre-construction phase.

You must be a Sole UK National and eligible for Security Clearance. The role emphasizes risk elimination, design review, and collaborative delivery across designers, contractors,