Principal Designer

Principal Designer

Full-Time 60000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
TURNER & TOWNSEND

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Deliver CDM and H&S consultancy services while understanding client needs and providing expert advice.
  • Company: Join a leading consultancy firm with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
  • Benefits: Flexible working environment, work-life balance, and opportunities for personal growth.
  • Other info: Collaborative team culture with opportunities to influence change and drive efficiency.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in the construction industry while building trusted client relationships.
  • Qualifications: NEBOSH Construction Certificate, experience as a Principal Designer, and strong organisational skills.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.

To deliver CDM and H&S consultancy services from our London office to existing and new clients, the role holder will provide flexible services based on client needs, covering both CDM and H&S Management. The key requirements of the role are to understand the clients’ needs, proactively identify solutions to their challenges and ensure consistent delivery of service excellence in meeting their expectations.

  • Understand and develop existing systems and processes to improve both CDM and H&S efficiency.
  • Provide expert advice and, where required, act as Principal Designer and help the client manage and understand their legal responsibilities in accordance with CDM regulations.
  • Establish positive relations with existing and new clients to gain confidence and become a trusted advocate.
  • Represent Turner & Townsend in a professional and diligent manner, including meetings, negotiations and correspondence with clients in a timely manner.
  • Manage all commissions, where responsibility is assigned, to ensure the client’s expectations and the requirements of Turner & Townsend’s business management system are effectively discharged.
  • Carry out H&S performance reviews, audits, etc. on behalf of the client.
  • Liaise proactively and professionally with SHQ and wider Turner & Townsend colleagues to contribute to team effectiveness; support others as needed and ensure consistency, quality and profitability of shared projects.
  • Compile and create relevant pre‑construction information and relevant H&S files.

Qualifications:

  • NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
  • Full UK driving licence.
  • NEBOSH Diploma Level (or equivalent).
  • GradIOSH or equivalent.
  • Membership of the APS.
  • Experience as a Principal Designer.
  • Ability to effectively plan and organise own workload to meet deadlines.
  • Extensive knowledge and experience within the Construction Industry, specifically around the CDM Regulations.
  • Experience of a diverse range of industry sectors desired, with a proven ability to meet client needs would be an advantage.

Benefits:

We provide a flexible working environment that respects work‑life balance. Our inspired people share our vision and mission, and each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, to be adhered to where applicable.

TURNER & TOWNSEND

Contact Details:

TURNER & TOWNSEND Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Principal Designer

CDM Regulations Knowledge
Health and Safety Management
Client Relationship Management
Problem-Solving Skills
Project Management
NEBOSH Construction Certificate
NEBOSH Diploma Level (or equivalent)