CDM Consultant

Do you want to push the boundaries of your profession, working on some of the UK’s most interesting schemes in an open, collaborative and empowering culture? Do you have a background in health and safety, either as a consultant or working in industry? Do you have the ability to deliver a high standard of work with fine attention to detail, a sound knowledge of UK health and safety legislation, and good communication skills? If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our health and safety team as our new CDM Consultant and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

As our new CDM Consultant, you will need to be an experienced Principal Designer/CDM professional, ideally with a background in design. You must have the ability to deliver high quality consultancy services, to work remotely with colleagues across broad markets, to develop and maintain client relationships and deliver projects compliant with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015. The successful candidate can be based from any of our UK offices as we offer flexible hybrid working, with the expectation that they will travel to client sites once a week.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Delivering Principal Designer/Client CDM Adviser services in a multi-disciplinary project environment
• In house CDM advisor to UK Ramboll markets including Buildings, Highways, Transport, Energy, Environment & Health, Water and Managing Consulting
• Working with colleagues to develop and market broad construction risk management services, both in the UK and overseas
• Proposal and Client services development
• Establish close links with engineering/design groups across Ramboll UK
• Supporting wider H&S projects as required

Your new team

You will be part of our fast-growing health and safety team, delivering a wide range of strategic and operational risk management assignments across most sectors and geographies. We combine long-standing reputation for technical expertise with good practice and pragmatic, business-minded advice to assist clients address the complex interplay between regulatory and corporate requirements, organisational culture and change, and the increasingly technical challenges they face.

About you

From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. Whilst we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success. These include:

• Qualified to degree level (or equivalent) in construction/design related discipline
• NEBOSH Construction (or equivalent) and/or H&S qualifications
• Professional affiliation with APS, IOSH or CIOB
• Broad sector experience supporting Clients with CDM strategies, fulfilling client duties and acting as Principal Designer (defined under the Construction, Design and Management Regulations 2015)
• Knowledgeable in design risk management process and techniques
• Possession of good technical writing, communication and client-facing skills

What we can offer you

• Investment in your development
• Flexible work environment
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Matched pension contributions
• Private medical cover and life assurance
• Remote/Hybrid working
• Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles

Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realise their full potential.

Ready to join us? Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc. Deadline: 24/01/2025

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

An equal opportunity employer

Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment, where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics, in addition to the Protected Characteristics as set out in the Equality Act, (2010). As a Disability Confident Committed employer, Ramboll ensures opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please reach out to our recruitment team to discuss any adjustments that you might require during the application process.

We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. When you join Ramboll, you’ll have the ability to work your hours flexibly through our positive and inclusive approach to work.