Principal Designer/CDM Lead

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Telecoms Talent Acquisition Specialist at MitieAbout the RoleAre you a skilled Principal Designer or CDM Manager looking for your next challenge? Join Mitie's Projects Professional Services team, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping construction health and safety across our Central Government Portfolio.You'll provide expert CDM Management and Principal Designer services, ensuring projects are delivered safely, compliantly, and efficiently. This is a high-impact role where you'll champion best practice, innovation, and a culture of safety, while supporting diverse projects ranging from £250k to £5m+.This is a hybrid position: primarily remote but requiring regular site travel to ensure compliance, stakeholder collaboration, and hands-on project support. Opportunities are available across the following regions:Manchester & the North WestBristol & the South WestLeeds & the North EastMidlandsLondon & the South EastKey ResponsibilitiesLead compliance with CDM 2015 Regulations, health & safety legislation, and industry best practices.Provide expert CDM guidance throughout all RIBA stages, from enquiry to handover.Act as Principal Designer, ensuring planning, management, and monitoring of the pre-construction phase.Oversee safe project delivery, ensuring clients, designers, consultants, and contractors fulfil their CDM duties.Manage communication and collaboration across stakeholders, adapting support to each project's scale, complexity, and risk profile.Support clients in preparing pre-construction information and ensure timely distribution to relevant parties.Review design risks, method statements, and construction phase plans, ensuring risks are mitigated.Compile and deliver Health & Safety Files and O&M manuals on project completion.Conduct CDM health and safety inspections on live projects and provide improvement recommendations.Deliver training, workshops, and reports to strengthen CDM knowledge across Mitie and its supply chain.Keep abreast of evolving legislation, updating teams and managing rollouts of changes.Key AttributesStrong client focus, with the ability to build trust and credibility.Collaborative and diplomatic, fostering cooperative project environments.Self-motivated, pragmatic, and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.Skilled communicator, both written and verbal, able to simplify complex safety issues.Confident presenter and negotiator, able to balance safety with project progress.Analytical, detail-oriented, and inquisitive, with strong problem-solving ability.Flexible, with a willingness to travel as required.Qualifications & ExperienceMinimum 3 years' experience in a Principal Designer role.Proven knowledge and application of CDM 2015 Regulations.Experience advising on CDM compliance for complex projects.NEBOSH Construction/General Certificate or equivalent QHSE qualification.Ability to achieve SC-level security clearance.Desirable (or willingness to work towards)APS Membership (IMaPS).Professional qualification in a design or engineering discipline.Experience with both public and private sector projects.Knowledge of asbestos management, temporary works, fire safety, confined spaces.Technical SkillsUnderstanding of prevention principles and design risk reduction.Work on a diverse portfolio of high-profile government projects.Be part of a multidisciplinary, collaborative team of Project Managers, QSs, and Coordinators.Shape the future of construction health and safety at scale.Access ongoing professional development and training.A career path where your expertise and leadership will make a tangible impact.Mitie is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to ensuring that all employees are treated fairly and with respect. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Location:
England, United Kingdom
Job Type:
FullTime