Principal Designer CDM

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

7/30/2025

• Salary: £32000 - £50000 per annum + Career development opportunity
• Type: Full Time
• Region: UK - North West
• Town/City: Greater Manchester
• Posted: 30/07/2025
• Listed in: CDM Co-ordinator
• Reference: 15252_1753861279
  
  

Job Description

Principal Designer Job in Greater Manchester

Principal Designer job in Greater Manchester, joining an award-winning RIBA chartered practice. This is an opportunity to play a key role in supporting the delivery of Principal Designer duties across a wide range of projects, with the backing of an experienced in-house team. The role offers a salary of up to £50,000 + flexible hours.

The practice has an established reputation for design quality and technical delivery, with a portfolio spanning residential, education, commercial and public sector projects. You'll be joining a collaborative studio environment, working closely with design teams and contributing to the implementation of health and safety in design and compliance with the latest legislation.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support the discharge of Principal Designer duties across multiple projects
• Advise internal teams and clients on health and safety and risk management
• Assist with compliance under CDM Regulations and the Building Safety Act
• Coordinate pre-construction information and maintain QA documentation
• Attend project meetings and carry out site visits
• Work collaboratively with the internal PD team and contribute to training initiatives
• Support the development of tools and procedures to embed best practice.
  
  

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience delivering or supporting Principal Designer duties under CDM
• Knowledge of the Building Safety Act and its practical application
• Previous experience in a design, project management, building control or H&S role
• Strong attention to detail and understanding of compliance requirements
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate, APS Membership or similar qualification preferred.
  
  

What You Get Back

• Salary up to £50,000
• Flexible hours
• 25 days annual leave
• Opportunities for career development
• Collaborative studio culture
  
  

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