Principal Designer

Reference: KONORTH987

Location: Northampton

Salary: Competitive based one experience

We are seeking an experienced Principal Designer to join a long-standing client- a well-established architectural practice with over 50 years of expertise in sectors including Logistics, Education, Leisure, and more. This role requires a proactive leader to oversee design safety, ensuring compliance with CDM regulations across projects valued from £500,000 to £200 million.

The ideal candidate will bring a collaborative mindset, BIM proficiency, and the ability to work across multi-disciplinary teams. You will ensure full compliance with CDM 2015 regulations while promoting creative, safe, and sustainable design solutions.

As part of the role, you will join an award-winning practice, contributing to diverse, innovative projects while maintaining our reputation for timely, budget-conscious delivery.

Skills, Experience & Responsibilities for the role of Principal Designer:

• Oversee health & safety risks in design from concept to delivery.
• Coordinate with architects, clients, and contractors for smooth project workflows.
• Ensure timely compliance with CDM regulations across multiple sectors.
• Manage design risk assessments and provide H&S advice.
• Strong knowledge of CDM 2015 and industry standards.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• BIM proficiency and multi-disciplinary collaboration experience.
• Project management skills with attention to timelines and budgets.
• Identify and manage health & safety risks during the design process.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Facilitate compliance and risk mitigation from concept to handover.
• Prepare design risk assessments and ensure BIM integration.
• Expertise in CDM 2015 regulations and project safety.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in BIM and project management tools.
• Experience across multiple sectors (e.g., Logistics, Education, Leisure).

To apply, please contact KAZ on OR alternatively, please send your updated CV and Portfolio across to I hope to hear from you soon!