CDM Consultant/Principal Designer
Excellent Opportunity with Award-Winning Construction Consultancy
Kent
About The Company
My client, a leading independent Construction Consultancy, is seeking an experienced CDM Consultant/Principal Designer to join their growing practice. They are a respected consultancy with a strong brand in the public sector across London and the South East, successfully competing Multi National Firms while maintaining a dynamic, people-focused culture.
What sets this consultancy apart is their commitment to developing their people. The successful candidate will gain experience across a wide variety of projects, often far beyond what would be expected in most national consultancies. Their friendly and client-focused approach has resulted in exceptional staff retention and strong professional relationships across the industry.
The Opportunity
The successful candidate will work directly with the CDM Manager, providing comprehensive consultant services to a diverse client base. The role offers genuine career progression opportunities, including advancement to Associate level for ambitious candidates.
Key Responsibilities
Undertaking Principal Designer duties under CDM 2015 regulations
Conducting health and safety site inspections
Supporting design hazard elimination processes
Contributing to occupational health and safety practices
Assisting with marketing initiatives and bid submissions
Managing key client relationships Collaborating with the Partner in Charge
Required Qualifications & Experience
Construction or Design background with proven CDM 2015 experience
CMaPS / NEBOSH construction certificate (ideal)
Minimum 3 years' relevant experience
Full clean driving license with access to own vehicle
Experience across various project scales, from demolition to large-scale construction
Strong understanding of design hazard elimination processes
Essential Skills
Excellent communication and management capabilities
Strong team working abilities
Self-motivated with excellent time management skills
Ability to work independently
Flexible approach to site visits and travel
Package & Benefits
Career Development: Real progression opportunities in an award-winning practice
Work-Life Balance: Hybrid working arrangements
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
26 days holiday plus bank holidays
Staff profit share (bonus) scheme
Company pension scheme
Professional membership fees covered
Life cover
Free car parking
Full IT equipment provided for remote working
Company Culture
The client offers:
Investors in People Gold accreditation since 2018
Multiple industry awards including People Development and SME of the Year
Strong focus on professional development and CPD
Regular social events and charity challenges
Exceptional staff retention rates
Friendly, client-focused atmosphere
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity please contact Andreea Hudson.
Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
