Overview
In this role you will support the delivery of Principal Designer services under CDM 2015, handling technical coordination and administration of project information. You will manage a portfolio of smaller projects while assisting on larger commissions, liaising with design teams, clients and consultants. The role offers a structured path toward becoming a Principal Designer and construction health and safety professional, with ongoing development in technical knowledge and project management.
Responsibilities
- Assist in delivering Principal Designer (CDM) services across diverse projects
- Support the National Service Lead and Principal Designer Delivery
- Advise clients on CDM responsibilities
- Monitor progress to ensure key CDM deliverables are issued
- Liaise with internal design teams, clients and external consultants
- Manage a portfolio of smaller projects
- Prepare and maintain Pre-Construction Information (PCI)
- Prepare F10 notifications and submit to HSE as required
- Maintain Design Risk Registers and collate Design Risk Assessments
- Coordinate design risk information from project teams
- Assist in compiling and reviewing Health and Safety Files
- Maintain project records and document management systems
- Produce meeting notes and action trackers
- Prepare project documentation
- Escalate significant issues or risks to National Service Lead
- Review design information for Design Risk Registers and coordinate risk information
- Assist with design risk workshops and meetings
- Ensure residual risks are communicated
- Respond to routine client inquiries
- Support multidisciplinary teams with CDM requirements
- Develop project-specific CDM documentation
- Monitor deliverables and deadlines
- Track and follow up actions from designers and consultants
- Ensure documentation remains accurate and up to date
- Provide structured pathway toward Principal Designer role
Key requirements
- Good organisational and administrative skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Strong attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Understanding of construction projects and design processes
- Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams
- Knowledge of CDM 2015
- 2 Years previous experience in construction, design, project management or health and safety related role
- Proactive and eager to learn
- Professional and client focused
- Self-motivated and organised
- CDM 2015 knowledge
- Health and Safety File preparation
- PCI (Pre-Construction Information) preparation
Principal Designer (CDM 2015) in Bristol employer: Waterman Group
Waterman is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture, offering Senior EIA Consultants the chance to engage in diverse and impactful projects across infrastructure and urban development. With competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and a strong commitment to employee growth, including opportunities for professional development and networking, Waterman stands out as a leading environmental consultancy in vibrant locations like Manchester, Bristol, London, and Redhill.
