Principal Designer

Company:  Minerva Appointments
Location: Leeds
Closing Date: 24/10/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

Minerva Appointments are delighted to be associated with this multi-disciplinary Consultancy which has a very impressive track record of delivering both new build, refurbishment and roll out projects for a range of blue-chip retail Clients.

With a comprehensive in-house ability they are proven at delivering projects from inception to completion throughout the UK.

Services include:

Project Management
Project Monitoring
Building Services Design
Architectural Design
Building Surveying
Quantity Surveying
Principal Designer services

With an experienced team of professionals, spanning the above disciplines, this dynamic Consultancy is well placed to provide a one stop shop to its Clients who continually provide repeat business opportunities owing to the level of service and delivery they consistently receive.

Job Description:

We are searching for an experienced CDM professional to join an existing essential in - house CDM / Health & Safety team supporting departments within this reputable multi-disciplinary Consultancy.

General duties will include:

Advise Clients as to their role and responsibilities under the regulations, assisting to fulfil requirements where possible
Work with the project teams reviewing designs, identifying foreseeable hazards and designs which potentially affect the Health & Safety of those involved in the project and future occupants of the building/structure
Review designer compliance with their responsibilities under the regulations
Prepare pre-construction information and issue to tendering Contractors
Liaise with Contractors and Clients to ensure the Health & Safety Plan is suitable and in place prior to commencement of construction
Work closely with the project teams reviewing and advising of any design changes that may affect Health & Safety
Coordinate and prepare the Health & Safety File
Advise Clients as to their role and responsibilities under the new Regulations
Assist Clients in their duties under the regulations
Review and monitor works to verify they are progressing in a safe and proper manner

Person Specification:

We are looking for applicants who ideally have the following skills and experience:

Member of the APS (or willing to pursue)
Member of the IOSH (or willing to pursue)
NEBOSH qualified
Strong background in the delivery of CDM services
Excellent Client facing skills and the ability to communicate effectively
An understanding of the need for and ability to apply accuracy in all your work
A sound technical Health & Safety knowledge, applicable to the construction industry
A proactive attitude and a willingness to seek guidance on occasions from senior colleagues
A sound working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other software packages
A professional manner and outlook
The ability to work concurrently on a range of projects
Competency in reviewing contractors Method Statements and Risk Assessments
Possession of appropriate CSCS Card

This opportunity is open to either Principal Designer's enjoying being in the midst of their career or those who are perhaps in the twilight, or even retired, who are looking for a part time role to stay involved in the industry or to reduce their current hours.

Please make contact for a confdential discussion about this opportunity.

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