Principal Designer - CDM & Building Regulations

Location: Multiple Yorkshire Locations | Hybrid Working Available

An established, multi-disciplinary construction consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced and driven Principal Designer to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with a strong grounding in both CDM and Building Regulations to work across a varied and high-profile project portfolio, delivering compliance and advisory services to a wide-ranging client base.

The Role

You will take a leading role in providing both CDM Principal Designer services and Building Regulations compliance support across a variety of sectors, including commercial, healthcare, education, defence and residential. Working closely with clients, design teams and contractors, you will ensure that health, safety and regulatory obligations are embedded throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and review Pre-Construction Information, Design Risk Registers, Construction Phase Plans and Health & Safety Files
• Provide clear guidance to clients, designers and contractors on their duties under the CDM Regulations 2015
• Support clients in navigating Building Regulations compliance, advising on regulatory submissions, gateway processes and the requirements of the Building Safety Act 2022
• Act as Principal Designer under both CDM and, where applicable, Building Regulations frameworks
• Chair Design Team Meetings to ensure design risks and compliance considerations are captured and managed effectively
• Review RAMS and develop Risk Assessments tailored to client requirements
• Carry out site safety visits and produce detailed reports, including corrective action trackers
• Prepare clear, client-facing project reports and compliance documentation
• Attend site and project meetings, representing the consultancy professionally
• Develop your consultancy expertise in line with evolving regulation and client needs

What We're Looking For

• CMaPS qualified or actively working towards this accreditation; APS membership strongly preferred
• IOSH membership desirable
• Sound knowledge of the CDM Regulations 2015 and demonstrable experience acting as Principal Designer and/or CDM Advisor
• Good understanding of the Building Regulations process, including knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 and gateway regime
• Experience of working across multiple sectors and project types
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to identify client needs and deliver practical, tailored solutions
• Capable of communicating regulatory requirements clearly to stakeholders at all levels
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, with a confident and professional approach
• Logical, practically minded, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence

What's on Offer

• Competitive, negotiable salary based on experience
• Payment of professional membership fees
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Employer pension contribution of 8.68%
• Company phone and laptop
• Clear and structured career progression within a growing practice
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (inclusive of Christmas shutdown)
• An additional day off on your birthday
• Annual staff day and a social fund supporting team activities throughout the year
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee referral programme

If you have a strong background in CDM and Building Regulations compliance and are looking to join a supportive, forward-thinking consultancy with an excellent benefits package, we would be delighted to hear from you.

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