A leading national consultancy is seeking an experienced Principal Designer to join their team, working on a range of exciting projects across the Midlands. This role offers an exceptionally flexible remote/hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to balance working from home with project needs across the region.

The position also offers huge potential to take over as partner within a couple of years.

The Principal Designer Role

As the Principal Designer, you will take a lead role in ensuring CDM compliance and integrating health and safety into the design and construction process across a variety of projects. With a diverse portfolio of projects in sectors including residential, commercial, healthcare, and education, this is an ideal opportunity to make a significant impact within a highly respected national firm.

Principal Designer Key Responsibilities

Deliver Principal Designer duties in accordance with CDM 2015 regulations.
Conduct thorough design risk assessments and hazard elimination strategies.
Provide expert CDM advice and guidance to clients, contractors, and design teams.
Attend site inspections and audits to monitor compliance and safety standards.
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and project stakeholders.
Offer mentorship and guidance to junior team members.

The Principal Designer

NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent qualification.
Professional accreditation from APS (AaPS, IMaPS, or CMaPS).
CertIOSH, or working towards it, is highly desirable.
5+ years' experience as a Principal Designer or similar role in construction.
Strong knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations and health and safety best practices.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work autonomously with a flexible, remote-based contract.

In Return?

Competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £65,000.
Flexible, remote/hybrid working arrangement tailored to your needs.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Pension contribution.
Performance-based bonus scheme.
Professional development and career progression opportunities.
Access to healthcare benefits and company social events.

If you are a Principal Designer considering a flexible and rewarding career opportunity, please contact Lucy Barlow at Brandon James on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.

Ref: #LB19628

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