CDM Advisor // Hybrid // London // £50,000 – £57,000 + Bonus + Profit Share + Comprehensive Benefits Package
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a CDM Advisor to join a specialist team delivering Principal Designer services across a diverse portfolio of complex and high-profile projects.
This position is ideal for someone with existing CDM / Principal Designer experience who is looking to further develop their expertise within a design-led environment. You will work alongside experienced Principal Designers, supporting the delivery of CDM services from concept through to construction while developing the skills and experience required to progress into a senior Principal Designer role.
The role offers exposure to exceptional projects, a structured development pathway, ongoing mentoring, and the opportunity to work within a collaborative and supportive culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the delivery of Principal Designer services across a range of construction projects.
- Assist with design risk reviews and the application of the Principles of Prevention throughout the design process
- Work closely with project teams to identify, eliminate and mitigate risks during the pre-construction phase.
- Attend and contribute to design team meetings and risk workshops.
- Support senior Principal Designers on larger, more complex projects.
- Manage smaller projects independently with appropriate support and oversight.
- Review design information and provide advice relating to CDM compliance and best practice.
- Assist in the preparation of project documentation and reporting.
- Build relationships with clients, consultants and project stakeholders
About You
To be successful in this role you will ideally have:
- 1-4 years’ experience within a CDM Advisor, Principal Designer or similar health and safety role.
- Experience working within construction, consultancy, design or the built environment sector.
- A good understanding of CDM Regulations and the Principal Designer duty holder role
- Experience of pre-construction health and safety and design risk management.
- Knowledge of the Principles of Prevention and how they are applied during the design process.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- A proactive attitude and willingness to develop professionally.
Applications are welcomed from individuals currently working in a CDM / Principal Designer role, as well as those with a strong construction health and safety background who have already begun their transition into CDM consultancy.
What’s on Offer
- Salary of £50,000 – £57,000.
- Annual bonus.
- Profit share scheme.
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- Excellent training and professional development opportunities.
- Study support and sponsorship for further qualifications.
- Clear career progression towards Senior CDM Advisor / Principal Designer positions.
- Exposure to a broad range of complex and technically challenging projects, including heritage and conservation schemes.
- A collaborative, supportive and people-focused working environment
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected team where you’ll gain exposure to unique projects, develop your technical expertise, receive ongoing mentoring from experienced professionals, and build a long-term career within Principal Design and CDM consultancy.
To apply for this CDM Advisor role, apply via LinkedIn or contact Louis Plevin at l.plevin@lofthousegroup.com quoting reference “CDM Advisor”.
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