Principal Designer (CDM) - Transmission & Distribution (Birmingham, UK)

**Description** Chart your own course and change the world — with the support of people whose interests are aligned with yours. At Burns & McDonnell, opportunity is waiting. We’re looking for people with big ideas and an entrepreneurial mindset. It’s those kinds of people who’ve helped us grow from a small consulting business back in 1898 to a global leader in engineering, construction and consulting solutions. Today, we’re a thriving company with more than 10,000 professionals working in 75 offices worldwide and recognised as the global leader in Transmission & Distribution. The Principal Designer will take responsibility for ensuring compliance with the Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015 (CDM) during the pre-construction and construction phases of projects. The role will lead on integrating health and safety into the design process, coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders, and provide a professional, billable service to clients. + Act as Principal Designer in accordance with CDM regulations, ensuring legal compliance across all relevant projects. + Plan, manage, monitor and coordinate health and safety in the pre-construction phase. + Identify, eliminate, or control foreseeable risks through effective design risk management. + Chair Hazid reviews and ensure appropriate actions are taken to manage and mitigate all risk identified + Coordinate with the Principal Contractor representative (internal) to review methods of work and ensure wider CDM compliance through the construction phase. + Ensure designers comply with their duties and co-operate with the project team. + Advise clients on their CDM duties and responsibilities. + Coordinate and communicate with contractors, engineers, and other stakeholders to embed health and safety throughout design and delivery. + Maintain robust records and documentation to demonstrate compliance. + Develop and maintain internal procedures, tools, and templates for CDM and safety compliance. + Provide training and guidance to design teams on safety-in-design best practice. + Act as a billable resource, ensuring services are charged appropriately to clients. + Contribute to continuous improvement in safety culture, compliance standards, and efficiency. **Qualifications** Required Qualifications & Experience + Relevant degree (e.g. Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Health & Safety) or equivalent experience. + Professional qualification in Health & Safety (e.g. NEBOSH Certificate/Diploma or equivalent). + In-depth knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 and associated guidance. + Demonstrable experience acting as Principal Designer or in a similar CDM compliance role. + Strong understanding of design risk management and safety in construction. + Experience working in multi-disciplinary project teams. Skills & Competencies + Excellent knowledge of health and safety legislation. + Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. + Organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. + Commercial awareness with the ability to deliver billable services. + Proactive problem-solver with attention to detail. + Ability to influence and promote a positive safety culture. Desirable + Chartered membership of IOSH, ICE, RICS, RIBA, or equivalent professional body. + Experience in delivering training or mentoring in health and safety in design. + Previous experience in client-facing consultancy environments. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled. **Job** Engineering **Primary Location** GB-Birmingham, UK-Birmingham **Schedule:** Full-time **Travel:** Yes, 10 % of the Time **Req ID:** 254227 **Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-JA #UKO