Senior or Principal, CDM and Safety Assurance Services - Belfast
On-site · Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Senior and/or Principal Safety in Design consultants to strengthen project delivery. The role requires strong working knowledge of CDM 2015 and familiarity with the Building Safety Act 2022, with design and compliance experience across transportation, infrastructure, energy/utilities, mechanical and engineering, structures, or similar design-led environments. Responsibilities include reviewing design-stage risk management information, developing hazard-mitigation strategies with designers, gathering information to inform risk profiles and compliance plans (PCI, HSF, BSA), sharing industry best practices, advising clients on legal CDM responsibilities, applying CDM principles to complex scenarios, scoping issues, delivering safety in design strategies and plans, and potential Building Regulations compliance under BSA as Principal Designer, plus compiling documentation in line with CDM/BSA requirements. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record as a Safety in Design/CDM professional, strong communication skills, and a commitment to continuous professional development (NEBOSH Construction certification and APS/IIRSM/IOSH membership).
Required Qualifications
- A degree (or equivalent) in safety, engineering, construction, transportation, or a related field—or an equivalent technical qualification (BTEC, HNC/HND) supported by strong practical experience
- Strong working knowledge of the CDM Regulations 2015
- Experience related to Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA) and Principal Designer role
- Experience in transportation, infrastructure, energy/utilities, mechanical and engineering, structures or similar design-led environments
- NEBOSH Construction certification and membership of APS, IIRSM and/or IOSH is preferred
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