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CDM Principal Designer

Brandon James
Birmingham
money-bag £50000 - £65000/annum
Posted: 22 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Closing date: 22 October 2026
Ref: 225632572

CDM Principal Designer

An independent and employee-focused property consultancy is looking to appoint a CDM Principal Designer to join their growing Health & Safety team in Birmingham.

The successful CDM Principal Designer will work alongside an experienced team of construction and property professionals, providing Principal Designer services across an impressive portfolio of commercial property projects throughout Birmingham and the wider Midlands.

This is an excellent opportunity for a CDM Principal Designer who wants to join a consultancy that offers genuine progression, a supportive working environment and exposure to a variety of commercial, residential, retail and industrial projects.



The CDM Principal Designer Role

The successful CDM Principal Designer will manage their own portfolio of projects while working closely with clients, designers and contractors throughout the pre-construction and construction phases.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Acting as Principal Designer under CDM 2015

  • Advising clients on their responsibilities under the CDM Regulations

  • Reviewing design information and identifying foreseeable risks

  • Providing practical design risk management advice to Architects and Engineers

  • Preparing and reviewing Pre-Construction Information

  • Attending design team and client meetings

  • Undertaking construction site Health & Safety inspections

  • Preparing Health & Safety Files

  • Supporting clients and project teams throughout the full project lifecycle

  • Contributing towards the continued growth of the Principal Designer service



The Successful CDM Principal Designer

The successful CDM Principal Designer will ideally have:

  • 2+ years'' experience delivering CDM / Principal Designer services

  • NEBOSH Construction Certificate

  • Strong knowledge of CDM 2015

  • Experience working on commercial construction projects

  • APS and/or IOSH membership would be beneficial

  • A construction, design or Health & Safety qualification

  • Strong communication and client-facing skills

  • Full UK driving licence



In Return?

  • -50,000 - -65,000

  • 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

  • Hybrid working

  • Discretionary bonus

  • Company pension

  • Private healthcare

  • Professional memberships paid

  • Structured training and CPD

  • Clear progression opportunities

  • Support towards further professional accreditation

If you are a CDM Principal Designer considering your career opportunities in Birmingham, please contact Bex Ellinger at Brandon James on (phone number removed)

CDM / Principal Designer / CDM Principal Designer / CDM 2015 / NEBOSH / IOSH / APS / IMaPS / CMaPS / Health and Safety / Design Risk / Birmingham / West Midlands / Construction / Property Consultancy

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