Principal Designer CDM

Job Description:

A leading multi-disciplinary consultancy is seeking an experienced and proactive Principal Designer (CDM) to join its growing team in Coventry. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of CDM delivery across a diverse range of projects, working within a collaborative environment that values innovation, technical excellence, and client satisfaction.

With a strong national presence and a portfolio spanning sectors such as healthcare, commercial, education, and infrastructure, this consultancy is known for delivering complex, high-value projects with multiple stakeholders. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring compliance with CDM regulations, managing risk, and promoting best practice in health and safety design.

About the Role

As Principal Designer, you'll lead CDM consultancy services across the UK, supporting clients from project inception through to completion. You'll be responsible for managing budgets, coordinating with design teams, and conducting audits and inspections. The role offers hybrid working-typically 2 days per week in the Coventry office, with travel to project sites nationwide as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver CDM consultancy services across a variety of sectors

• Lead on project delivery, ensuring compliance with CDM 2015 regulations

• Manage budgets and maintain strong commercial awareness

• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and design teams on complex projects

• Conduct risk assessments, audits, and site inspections

• Develop and implement health and safety management systems

• Provide expert guidance on health and safety legislation and best practice

Essential Criteria

• Proven track record in CDM consultancy across multiple sectors

• Experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders

• Chartered membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., IOSH, RIBA, RICS, CIOB)

• Strong commercial awareness and budget management skills

• Ability to lead and deliver projects independently

Desirable Skills

• Experience in healthcare or commercial sectors

• Knowledge of broader health and safety legislation

• Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies

• NEBOSH Construction or NVQ in Health & Safety

• Experience conducting CDM audits and inspections

• Ability to develop and implement H&S systems

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and self-motivated

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Excellent team player with a positive, collaborative attitude

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £45,000-£55,000, depending on experience

• Hybrid working model (2 days office / 3 days remote project dependent)

• Nationwide project exposure with travel support

• Structured career development and CPD opportunities

• Supportive team culture within a respected consultancy

To apply for this Principal Designer (CDM) role in Coventry, please send your CV to Ashley Johnson at Conrad Consulting. For a confidential discussion, contact Ashley directly on (phone number removed).