CDM Consultancy/Principal Designer

CDM Consultant/Principal Designer
Excellent Opportunity with Award-Winning Construction Consultancy
Kent

About The Company
My client, a leading independent Construction Consultancy, is seeking an experienced CDM Consultant/Principal Designer to join their growing practice. They are a respected consultancy with a strong brand in the public sector across London and the South East, successfully competing Multi National Firms while maintaining a dynamic, people-focused culture.

What sets this consultancy apart is their commitment to developing their people. The successful candidate will gain experience across a wide variety of projects, often far beyond what would be expected in most national consultancies. Their friendly and client-focused approach has resulted in exceptional staff retention and strong professional relationships across the industry.

The Opportunity
The successful candidate will work directly with the CDM Manager, providing comprehensive consultant services to a diverse client base. The role offers genuine career progression opportunities, including advancement to Associate level for ambitious candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertaking Principal Designer duties under CDM 2015 regulations
• Conducting health and safety site inspections
• Supporting design hazard elimination processes
• Contributing to occupational health and safety practices
• Assisting with marketing initiatives and bid submissions
• Managing key client relationships Collaborating with the Partner in Charge

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Construction or Design background with proven CDM 2015 experience
• CMaPS / NEBOSH construction certificate (ideal)
• Minimum 3 years' relevant experience
• Full clean driving license with access to own vehicle
• Experience across various project scales, from demolition to large-scale construction
• Strong understanding of design hazard elimination processes

Essential Skills

• Excellent communication and management capabilities
• Strong team working abilities
• Self-motivated with excellent time management skills
• Ability to work independently
• Flexible approach to site visits and travel

Package & Benefits

• Career Development: Real progression opportunities in an award-winning practice
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid working arrangements
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Staff profit share (bonus) scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Professional membership fees covered
• Life cover
• Free car parking
• Full IT equipment provided for remote working

Company Culture
The client offers:

• Investors in People Gold accreditation since 2018
• Multiple industry awards including People Development and SME of the Year
• Strong focus on professional development and CPD
• Regular social events and charity challenges
• Exceptional staff retention rates
• Friendly, client-focused atmosphere

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity please contact Andreea Hudson.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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