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

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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