Principal Designer (CDM 2015)

Bristol Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

In this role you will deliver Principal Designer (CDM 2015) services across varied projects, focusing on technical coordination and administration of CDM documentation. You will support project teams and clients by preparing, reviewing and managing key information, while overseeing a portfolio of smaller projects under supervision. You’ll work with internal design teams and external consultants to ensure CDM deliverables meet procedural requirements and timelines. This is a development-focused opportunity to advance in construction health and safety and Principal Designer services, with guidance toward professional accreditation. You will play a key part in shaping project safety and design‑

Responsibilities

Assist in delivering Principal Designer (CDM) services across projects
Support National Service Lead and Principal Designer Delivery
Advise clients on CDM responsibilities
Monitor project progress and ensure CDM deliverables align with procedures
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
Maintain and update 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
Monitor deliverables and deadlines
Track actions from designers and consultants
Escalate significant issues to National Service Lead
Review design information for Design Risk Registers and coordinate risk information
Assist with design risk workshops and ensure residual risks are communicated
Respond to routine client enquiries
Support multidisciplinary teams with CDM requirements
Develop project-specific CDM documentation
Manage portfolio of lower-risk projects
Ensure documentation remains accurate up to date
Escalate issues as needed

Key requirements

Good organisational and administrative skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Strong attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Understanding of construction projects and design processes
Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams
Knowledge of CDM 2015
2 years experience in construction, design, project management or health and safety role