Both permanent and contract staff will be considered

We are currently dealing with a major Engineering consultancy who are looking for a Principal Designer CDM (CDM Coordinator) to work on one of the UK flagship rail projects being based in York. Within the role you will work in the Systems Safety Assurance team liaising frequently with the Design Integration team undertaking regular monitoring and inspection of company projects from a CDM perspective to report on levels of compliance and identify lessons learned.


As the Principal Designer you’ll ensure projects are compliant with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 within the Pre-Construction Phase, through execution of the Principal Designer Duties. You will also provide guidance and Management on issues involving CDM and general construction activities as well as other regulatory requirements. The key for this position is management as you will be dealing with 14 different design disciplines, pushing back design ensure they compliant with the relevant health and safety regulations.

As mentioned, this role is based in Yorkshire, specifically York so could suit candidates in the surrounding areas such as Leeds or Doncaster. Once back in the offer there will be flexibility with working from home. Salary or contract rate is dependant on experience.

Job Requirements

• Highly Knowledge in Risk Assessment and Design Risk Management process and techniques
• Strong levels of experience and knowledge of engineering design and construction principles and standards (Rail industry an advantage)
• Highly knowledgeable and experienced in the successful application and management of CDM in a multi-disciplinary project environment (Client, Designer and Principal Designer duties.)
• Ideally rail experience, but not a necessity
• A NEBOSH Construction (or similar) and/or design Certificate

If this position is of interest, then don’t hesitate to contact Sebastian at Critical Project Resourcing.