Senior CDM Principal Designer

  • Brandon James
  • Bristol, Gloucestershire
  • May 12, 2026
Full time Consultant

Job Description

Senior CDM Principal Designer

A well-established design led architectural practise based in Bristol is seeking a Senior CDM Principal Designer to join their experienced team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior CDM Principal Designer to have a clear pathway progression, due to long running commercial success

The successful Senior CDM Principal Designer will join a collaborative environment that places a strong emphasis on high-quality project delivery over a wide project portfolio, including Commercial, Infrastructure, Education and Healthcare sectors.

This role would suit a Senior CDM Principal Designer looking to take ownership of projects while supporting junior staff. The consultancy is successful in securing strong client relationships and repeat business, making it an ideal next step for an experienced Senior CDM Principal Designer.

The Senior CDM Principal Designer's role

The Senior CDM Principal Designer will be responsible for managing and delivering CDM Principal Designer duties in line with the CDM 2015 regulations. This includes advising clients on their responsibilities, coordinating health and safety during the pre-construction phase, and liaising with design teams to mitigate risk.

The Senior CDM Principal Designer will lead design risk reviews, produce and review pre-construction information, and ensure all documentation is compliant and up to date. There will also be an element of mentoring junior staff and contributing to the wider CDM team's development.

The Senior CDM Principal Designer

The successful Senior CDM Principal Designer will have:

  • NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent)
  • Membership of IOSH and ideally APS (IMaPS or CMaPS)
  • Proven experience delivering CDM Principal Designer services

In Return?

  • Salary: 55,000 - 65,000 (dependent on experience)
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Bonus scheme
  • Pension scheme
  • Professional membership fees paid
  • Career progression and chartership support
  • Exposure to a varied project portfolio

There really is not a more exciting role for a CDM Principal Designer in the South West market currently.

If you are a CDM Principal Designer and are considering your career options currently, please contact Bex Ellinger at Brandon James on (phone number removed).

Ref: BE81003

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