CDM Principal Designer

  • Brandon James
  • Leicester, Leicestershire
  • Apr 22, 2026
Full time Consultant

Job Description

CDM Principal Designer

A top 100 Architectural Practise, based in Leicester that offer fully remote working are looking for a design professional who is keen to move into a CDM Principal Designer role.

As a CDM Principal Designer, you will lead project delivery across a range of sectors including retail, commercial, healthcare, heritage and residential projects and many more, using your experience as an within design to eliminate risk at the early design stages.

The role would suit an Architect or Design professional with a strong understanding of the CDM Regulations 2015 and a keen interest in moving into a CDM Principal Designer role.

The Role

The successful individual will act as a CDM Principal Designer and will be heavily involved in mitigating risk at early design stages, whilst also leading on all CDM-related tasks. The role will require clear communication skills to ensure the handover to the Principal Contractor is as effective and smooth as possible.

The Person

The successful individual will have a keen interest in acting as a CDM Principal Designer.

You will have a strong understanding of design risk management, with a keen eye for spotting and eliminating risk at early design stages.

You will be an ARB-registered/RIBA-registered Architect or hold experience mitigating risk with design

In Return

The salary and package are negotiable depending on your experience, qualifications, and ability, but as a guide:

  • Up to 55,000 per annum
    Hybrid working
    Car allowance
    Generous bonus scheme
    Pension contribution
    Season ticket loan
    Gold standard healthcare scheme
    Gym membership

If you are an Architect or design professional and are considering options currently, please contact Bex Ellinger on (phone number removed)

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