Principal Designer

  • Brandon James
  • City, Leeds
  • Nov 25, 2025
Full time Consultant

Job Description

Join a major consultancy in Leeds as their next Principal Designer, working on landmark commercial and education schemes. This is a high-impact role where you will shape design risk, guide project teams and become the go-to Principal Designer for key clients.


You will enjoy strong progression, sector-leading support and the chance to grow into a senior leadership pathway. If you want a platform to thrive, this is the ideal time to step forward as a Principal Designer in an ambitious and collaborative environment that values your expertise as a trusted Principal Designer.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead full Principal Designer duties from design through to completion

  • Manage PCI, H&S Files and design risk documentation

  • Influence early-stage design decisions and lead risk workshops

  • Work directly with architects, engineers and contractors

  • Deliver practical, solution-focused CDM advice



Must-Have Requirements:

  • Proven experience delivering PD duties under CDM 2015

  • Strong understanding of the design process

  • NEBOSH, APS or similar qualification

  • Excellent communication and client-facing skills

  • Ability to manage multiple projects confidently