At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead design excellence on landmark projects and ensure health and safety in design.
- Company: Join a leading organisation known for prestigious UK projects.
- Benefits: Salary up to £80,000, comprehensive benefits, and flexible hybrid working.
- Other info: Work 4 days in London and 1 day remotely, managing your own schedule.
- Why this job: Shape impactful developments while enjoying autonomy and career progression.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in design with strong stakeholder management skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Location: London (4 days per week in the office/site, 1 day remote)
Salary: Up to £80,000 + excellent benefits
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Shape landmark projects. Lead design excellence. Accelerate your career. We are partnering with a leading organisation renowned for delivering some of the UK's most prestigious and high-profile projects. This is an exceptional opportunity for a design-led professional who is passionate about influencing projects from conception through to completion while working alongside industry-leading experts. You’ll enjoy genuine autonomy, outstanding career progression opportunities, and the chance to contribute to landmark developments that leave a lasting impact.
The Opportunity
As a Senior Principal Designer, you will play a key role in supporting and leading Principal Designer duties across a diverse portfolio of major projects. You will collaborate closely with clients, design teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure health and safety considerations are embedded throughout the design process. This role offers significant flexibility, with a 4-day office/site-based arrangement in London and 1 day working from home, with the freedom to choose your remote working day each week. You’ll also have full autonomy to manage your own diary and workload.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver Principal Designer services across multiple projects.
- Advise clients, design teams and stakeholders on CDM regulations and design risk management.
- Coordinate with architects, engineers and project teams to eliminate or reduce risks through design.
- Facilitate design reviews, workshops and risk assessments.
About You
We are looking for a commercially aware and technically strong professional with a genuine design background.
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience as a Principal Designer or Senior Principal Designer.
- Strong design background within architecture, engineering, construction, or the built environment.
- Excellent understanding of CDM Regulations and health & safety in design.
- Experience working on complex or large-scale construction projects.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
Desirable
- Relevant degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction or a related discipline.
- Professional membership with a recognised industry body.
- NEBOSH Construction Certificate or similar qualification.
What’s On Offer?
- Salary up to £80,000
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Flexible hybrid working (4 days London, 1 day home)
- Choose your preferred home-working day each week
- Full autonomy over your diary and schedule
Apply now for more information.
Senior Principal Designer in London employer: Shirley Parsons Ltd
Shirley Parsons Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises sustainability and compliance in the heart of Birmingham. Employees benefit from robust professional development opportunities, a collaborative environment, and the chance to lead impactful projects that contribute to environmental excellence. Join us to make a meaningful difference while advancing your career in a supportive and innovative setting.
