Hybrid working, Structured development opportunities, Mentorship coaching and buddy supportJob SummaryCDM / Principal Designer Job London offers an opportunity to join an established architectural practice and specialist CDM team.
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Based in London, this CDM/ Health & Safety role works directly alongside architects, designers and project leaders.
You will deliver CDM Principal Designer services while integrating health and safety throughout the design process.
The position focuses strongly on identifying design risks and influencing practical decisions during project development.
You will provide technical guidance on the CDM Regulations 2015 and support Client Advisor services where required.The role involves working across all RIBA work stages and communicating clearly with internal teams and external stakeholders.
You will prepare professional reports and documentation while promoting effective approaches to design safety.
CDM / Principal Designer Job London also provides opportunities to represent the practice externally and support business development.
Hybrid working is available alongside structured professional development, mentoring, coaching and buddy support.About the CompanyThis established architectural practice has a strong focus on the built environment, design and delivering high-quality projects.
Its CDM team works closely with architects, designers and project leaders throughout the practice.
The team provides CDM Principal Designer and Client Advisor services while integrating health and safety into design decisions.This collaborative environment allows the successful candidate to influence design risk management directly alongside project teams.
The business values collaboration, knowledge sharing and professional development.
Structured development opportunities are available alongside mentoring, coaching and buddy support to support continued professional growth.Role & ResponsibilitiesDeliver CDM Principal Designer services across projects while supporting effective implementation of CDM Regulations 2015Provide Client Advisor support when required, giving clear guidance to relevant project stakeholdersCollaborate closely with architects, designers and project leaders to integrate design risk managementIdentify and communicate design risks while helping project teams consider appropriate practical responsesProvide technical advice and guidance relating specifically to requirements under the CDM Regulations 2015Coordinate effectively with internal project teams and external stakeholders throughout all RIBA work stagesPrepare clear professional reports and documentation supporting CDM responsibilities and design safety activitiesPromote good practice around design safety and contribute to relevant external representation and business developmentSkills & Experience RequiredExperience working within a CDM, Principal Designer or health and safety focused professional roleGood working knowledge and practical understanding of requirements within the CDM Regulations 2015Experience working across all RIBA workstages within architectural, design or construction project environmentsStrong project management and organisational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple project requirementsExcellent communication and report-writing abilities for engaging effectively with project teams and external stakeholdersGood attention to detail and technical competency when reviewing design risks and project informationAbility to collaborate effectively with architects, designers and wider teams throughout the design processProactive, inquisitive and solutions-focused approach when addressing design safety and CDM related requirementsSalary & Benefits60,000 – 70,000Hybrid workingExcellent structured development opportunitiesMentorship, coaching and buddy support23 days’ holiday plus bank holidays and workplace pension with 4.5% employer contributionEnhanced family leave, mental health support and permanent health insurance up to 50% of salarySupport towards professional and exam fees, independent pension advice, season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme, social and wellbeing initiatives, annual office study trip, staff events and sports teamsWho Is This Role Ideal For?This role suits experienced professionals who want to work closely with architectural and design teams.
Candidates may come from architectural, design or construction backgrounds, or established CDM and health and safety careers.
You should be comfortable influencing design decisions while maintaining clear communication with project teams and stakeholders.The position will suit someone with strong organisational skills, technical awareness and an interest in design risk management.
A proactive and inquisitive approach will support effective collaboration across different RIBA work stages.
The structured development, mentoring, coaching and buddy support will particularly appeal to candidates seeking continued professional growth.About Hunter DunningHunter Dunning is a specialist property and built environment recruitment consultancy established in 2004, focused on quality and long-term partnerships in the UK and Ireland property and construction market.We specialise in full lifecycle property recruitment, covering architecture, interior design, surveying, land and planning, fire safety and wider construction roles.
We offer informed and confidential discussions for both clients and candidates and welcome conversations about this opportunity and your wider career plans within the built environment.ApplyIf you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio.
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