Senior Principal Designer & CDM Consultant

Company: AtkinsRéalis
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Location: Leeds
Job Description:

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is a global Project and Programme Consultancy delivering constructive expertise on high‑profile construction projects. We are expanding and recruiting a Principal Designer / CDM Consultant.

Your Role

  • The role is primarily based on the delivery of Principal Designer / CDM Services, with an advantage for experience delivering additional associated Health & Safety Services.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering a number of roles, under CDM 2015, in all technical and contractual aspects of a professional practice.
  • Based in our Leeds or Manchester offices, you will cover a range of sectors including retail, housing, commercial property, manufacturing, infrastructure, public sector and education.
  • Providing Principal Designer / CDM Services on both independent commissions and to complement our wider project delivery services.
  • Production of pre‑construction information, H&S files and other associated CDM documents.
  • Ensuring designer compliance.
  • Reviewing contractors’ documentation including tenders and construction phase plans.
  • Interfacing with clients and design teams on a project basis.
  • Conducting site H&S inspections/audits.
  • Advising clients on procurement options and consultant appointment issues.
  • Pro‑active business development of the services within the region.
  • Keeping updated with current legal developments in respect of construction and associated law.

About You

We require a consultant with suitable and relevant experience, ideally from a design or construction background.

Technical

  • Possess or be working toward a NEBOSH National / Construction Certificate.
  • Be a member of APS, IOSH and/or CIOB or working toward membership.
  • Have a relevant design or construction‑related qualification (preferred but not essential).
  • Good IT skills and working knowledge of MS 365: Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the component parts of CDM 2015 and other Health & Safety legislation.
  • Working knowledge of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
  • H+S training capability will be an advantage.

Attributes

  • Strong communication skills – experience of communicating with people at differing levels effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Client‑facing skills – experience of working with clients at a strategic or operational level and managing the relationships effectively.
  • Strong planning and organising skills – able to prioritise workload, deadlines, financial requirements and manage change effectively.
  • Effective problem‑resolution skills – solution orientated with the ability to manage problems and complaints assertively.
  • Team working skills – ability to work with others to achieve team and personal targets or objectives.
  • Current driving license.
  • Willingness to support projects across several sectors, which may include some travelling and out‑of‑hours work.

Rewards & Benefits

Competitive salaries, employee rewards and a range of benefits tailored to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Training and professional development opportunities. Hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organisation. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We are committed to leading our clients across our various markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Additional Information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance. Offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of five years or longer. If applying to this role please do not reference or include any current or previously held security clearance details in your application or CV.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels they belong – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.

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Posted: May 27th, 2026