Job Title: Principal DesignerIndustry: Construction ConsultancyThe OpportunityWe are working on behalf of a growing consultancy to recruit a Principal Designer based in Bristol. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced CDM professional to take a lead role on a diverse range of projects across the housing, education, and commercial sectors.You'll be responsible for delivering Principal Designer services, supporting the development of the business in the region, and providing expert health and safety advice throughout the design and construction phases. This role offers autonomy, project variety, and the chance to influence health and safety culture across the built environment.What You'll Be DoingAdvise clients on their duties under CDM 2015Act as the Principal Designer and main point of contact on allocated projectsEngage with design teams to identify and mitigate design risksManage and compile pre-construction informationConduct design risk reviews and ensure legal compliance across the project lifecycleCoordinate with key stakeholders to maintain safety standards at every stagePrepare and issue project-specific Health & Safety files upon completionProvide internal CDM and health and safety advice to design and project teamsWhat You'll BringA construction-related degree (or equivalent qualification)A minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience in a relevant roleStrong working knowledge of CDM 2015, L144, and industry best practicesMembership of a professional body (e.g. APS, IOSH, or working towards)Solid understanding of design and construction processesExperience working in a consultancy environment and on multi-discipline projectsExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalProven ability to manage your own workload effectivelyWho You'll Work WithConstruction clientsArchitects, engineers, quantity surveyors, and project managersContractors, site managers, and design managersHealth and Safety Executives and H&S professionalsWhy Apply?Join a respected consultancy with a strong industry reputationWork on a diverse project portfolio across multiple sectorsBe part of a collaborative, supportive, and ambitious teamBenefit from excellent career progression opportunities and ongoing CPDInterested?For more information on this exciting opportunity, please get in touch as soon as possible.Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
