CDM Principal Designer – £65000-£70000– Liverpool

Want to take the lead on design safety while working for a company that genuinely supports your career and work–life balance? Ready to use your CDM expertise to influence major construction projects and be recognised as the person teams rely on for clear, practical advice?

Project Four Safety are specialists in Construction Health & Safety, BSA and CDM services, and we are looking for an experienced CDM Principal Designer to join our North West team.

The role

This role gives you the opportunity to take real ownership of design safety across a range of construction projects.

You will work closely with clients and design teams, helping them identify and manage health and safety risks before work reaches site. Your guidance will shape safer project outcomes and position you as a trusted advisor throughout the design process.

If you enjoy influencing projects early, building strong relationships and helping teams make better safety decisions, this role will give you the platform to do exactly that.

Key Responsibilities

Your focus will be on helping project teams embed safety into the design stage.

You will:

• Lead the design safety process and ensure projects meet CDM Regulations
• Help clients and design teams identify risks early, preventing issues later in construction
• Work alongside architects, engineers and consultants to develop safe and practical design solutions
• Prepare and maintain important documentation including:
  • Pre-construction information
  • Design risk assessments
  • Health and safety files
• Visit sites when needed to make sure designs support safe construction
• Guide project teams on CDM requirements and effective safety practices
• Your work will directly influence how safely projects are delivered.

About our company

Project Four Safety are experts in Construction Health & Safety, BSA and CDM services. We are proud to be recognised as a Times Top 100 Best Companies to Work For, reflecting our people-first culture.

The Benefits

• Working with Project Four Safety brings benefits that make a real difference to your day-to-day work and long-term career.
• Flexible working – manage your work in a way that supports your life outside of it
• Supportive culture – work with colleagues who are approachable, collaborative and keen to help
• Career credibility – strengthen your professional reputation while working on varied construction projects
• A recognised employer – join a company named in the Times Top 100 Best Companies to Work For

The person

You are someone who enjoys working with others to solve problems and improve safety in construction.

You will likely have:

• Around 5 years’ experience as a CDM Principal Designer or in a similar role
• Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations and related legislation
• The confidence to guide clients and design teams on health and safety matters
• Strong communication skills and a practical approach to managing risk
• Most importantly, you enjoy helping teams deliver safer projects.

What’s next

If you would like to use your CDM expertise to shape safer construction projects while building your career with a supportive and recognised employer, apply today or get in touch for a conversation with our team.

Contact information

Steve Rossiter