Principal Designer

About the Opportunity:

NRL is excited to be recruiting on behalf of our client for a Principal Designer – CDM Advisor to join a leading engineering team on a major infrastructure project based in Gloucester. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a high-impact, highly regulated environment where your experience and leadership will directly shape the success of a nationally critical programme. With a company that champions innovation, inclusion, and professional development—you’ll find more than just a job, you’ll find long-term career potential.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Take the lead in managing the Project Health & Safety File, engaging with key stakeholders to gather, organise, and maintain essential safety documentation.
• Support the creation and coordination of the Construction Phase Plan, ensuring all pre-construction details are accurately reflected.
• Organise and chair Principal Designer coordination meetings and workshops, driving communication and ensuring seamless collaboration across teams.
• Build and manage communication channels to deliver PD-related information to all relevant parties.
• Act as the link between CDM duty holders, the client, and contractors, ensuring regulatory risks are managed effectively and proactively.
• Review and validate risk assessments, method statements, and associated safety documentation.
• Ensure that all project stakeholders and supply chain partners meet CDM competency standards and maintain compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

What You’ll Need:

• A NEBOSH Certificate (or equivalent) and/or relevant H&S or Engineering qualifications.
• Demonstrable experience in CDM and Principal Designer roles, ideally within regulated environments such as Nuclear or Defence.
• Strong familiarity with construction site operations and the application of health and safety regulations at both design and implementation stages.
• Qualifications or training in HSE auditing, backed by hands-on experience.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to lead meetings and coordinate across multi-disciplinary teams.
• A degree in Engineering or similar is preferred, but not essential for the right experience.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary Package
• Free single medical cover and digital GP service
• Enhanced parental leave pay
• Free access to employee wellbeing and family support programmes
• Reimbursement for professional memberships and career development
• Paid volunteering days, matched charitable donations, and other community-focused initiatives through a Collectively programme
• Flexible and hybrid working options available

Location:

Gloucester, UK – Be part of an exciting and high-impact project.