Principal Designer

  • Velocity Recruitment
  • 04/08/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

CDM Principal Designer

Fit Out & Refurbishment

London

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established fit out contractor seeking an experienced CDM Principal Designer to join their expanding team.

Working across a diverse portfolio of commercial fit out and refurbishment projects, you'll play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely and in full compliance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a strong pipeline of work across commercial offices, retail, banking, hospitality and public sector projects.

The Role

As CDM Principal Designer, you will:

  • Carry out the duties of Principal Designer under the CDM Regulations 2015.
  • Advise clients, designers and contractors on their CDM responsibilities.
  • Coordinate health and safety throughout the design process.
  • Review design information and identify potential construction risks.
  • Prepare and review Pre-Construction Information (PCI).
  • Ensure design risk management is carried out effectively.
  • Attend design team meetings and project progress meetings.
  • Liaise with clients, architects, consultants and contractors throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Support projects from concept through to completion.

Requirements

  • Proven experience working as a CDM Principal Designer.
  • Strong knowledge of the CDM Regulations 2015.
  • Experience within commercial fit out and refurbishment projects.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent (desirable).
  • Membership of APS, IOSH or another relevant professional body (desirable).
  • Full UK Driving Licence.

What's on Offer

  • Salary of £55,000 - £75,000 depending on experience.
  • Competitive benefits package.
  • Hybrid and flexible working.
  • Ongoing professional development and career progression.
  • Opportunity to work on high-profile commercial fit out projects across the UK.
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.

If you're an experienced CDM Principal Designer looking for your next challenge with a forward-thinking consultancy delivering exciting fit out and refurbishment schemes, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.