Principal Designer - Midlands

Job Description Job Title: Principal Designer Location: Client Site (Midlands)Reports to: DirectorSalary: Competitive and based on experienceWe are seeking an experienced Principal Designer (CDM 2015) to support a major client site in the Midlands. This role requires strong technical competence, excellent communication skills, and the ability to coordinate design risk management across multiple contractors and stakeholders.Applicants must be capable of working independently and maintaining the high standards expected within the organisation.The Company DM Safety & Health Services is an independent national health and safety consultancy based in the North West. Since our founding in 2008, we have experienced rapid growth by consistently delivering high-quality HSE services across a diverse range of sectors. As our business continues to expand, we are excited to invite a talented Health & Safety professional to join our team. This is an exceptional opportunity to enhance our clients industry-leading health and safety culture by providing outstanding on-site support and expert advice.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign Risk ManagementLead the planning, management, and monitoring of the preconstruction phase in line with CDM 2015.Identify, eliminate, and reduce foreseeable design risks throughout the project lifecycle.Coordinate design risk reviews and ensure designers comply with their duties.CDM Compliance & DocumentationDevelop, review, and update PreConstruction Information (PCI) and ensure it is issued to all relevant parties.Review and comment on contractor RAMS, ensuring alignment with design intent and risk controls.Prepare and manage the Health & Safety File, ensuring all required information is collected and maintained.Site Coordination & OversightCarry out and record site inspections to verify that design risk controls are implemented.Liaise with the Principal Contractor to ensure safe planning and sequencing of works.Monitor compliance with approved method statements and design risk mitigation measures.Stakeholder EngagementAct as the key point of contact for the client on all CDM and designrelated matters.Facilitate communication between designers, contractors, and the client team.Provide clear, timely updates on design risks, changes, and compliance issues.Quality, Safety & ReportingConduct quality and safety inspections relating to design implementation. Review and check design drawings, specifications, and reports for CDM compliance. Maintain accurate records of design decisions, risk assessments, and coordination activities.Qualifications & ExperienceMinimum 5 years experience in a CDM, design management, or construction H&S role. Strong working knowledge of CDM 2015 and relevant legislation.Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design teams.Project management and commercial management experience.NEBOSH Construction or equivalent H&S qualification. First Aid (desirable). Excellent organisational, communication, and problemsolving skills.Equal Opportunity Commitment: We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. At DM Safety & Health Services, we believe that diversity and inclusivity are the cornerstones of innovation and success. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to creating an environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.This role offers an excellent opportunity to lead a critical safety-focused project within a dynamic food manufacturing environment. If you are committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational excellence while driving impactful project outcomes, we encourage you to apply.

Created: 2026-03-20