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My client is a reputable and experienced consultancy firm, that specialises in Cost Management, Project Planning, Contract Administration and Health and Safety.
Due to their increasing workload, their safety division has an exciting opportunity for a H&S Advisor / CDM Advisor / Principal Designer to join their team in their Ashford, Kent Head Office.
Reporting to the Safety Directors and working as part of a UK-wide team, this role will have a significant contribution to their client’s success by providing a motivated and committed approach to the provision of legally compliant H&S/ Principal Designer services.
This role is suited to someone from either a consultancy background, or someone wanting to expand their experience into consultancy and broaden their skills in the construction H&S field.
An individual who has an excellent understanding of the CDM regulations and carrying out the role of Principal Designer would be beneficial. However, someone with a keen interest in the PD role and experience within a tier one health and safety advisory role would also be considered.
The position will involve working on a wide range of projects, including new build schemes, refurbishment, high rise residential, highways and infrastructure, local government schemes and both tier 1 and tier 3 contractors. Their key focus areas include commercial, education, health and residential, infrastructure, and MOD.
The successful candidate will receive full support, training and guidance from the Directors, to ensure personal and professional growth and success within the role and wider business.
Job Overview and Core Competencies
* Complying with the responsibilities of the principal designer under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (“CDM 2015”).
* Informing and assisting clients in discharging their duties at each stage of the process under CDM 2015.
* Visiting sites and carrying out an initial appraisal to establish existing hazards and site restrictions.
* Attendance at design team meetings, workshops, and project progress meetings.
* Setting up the design risk register and carrying out CDM design reviews / workshops with the design team to focus on the significant design, construction, and operation and maintenance risks.
* Assist designers to design out risk and maintain design risk register.
* Preparation of RIBA Stage CDM / Principal Designer reports.
* Ensuring that designers have established safe methods for construction of. unusual or complex designs and making this available as part of the pre-construction information.
* Advising and assisting clients in the appointment of designers and contractors
* Preparation and issue of the Pre Construction Information.
* Submission of the F10 Notification to the HSE and review of Construction Phase Plans prior to works starting on site.
* Carrying out site inspections during the construction phase to monitor compliance.
* Collating and delivering the Health and Safety File at completion of the project.
* Representing the company in a professional and diligent manner; meeting, negotiating and corresponding with clients to form strong working relationships.
* Assisting with Business development and generating new principal designer work.
* Undertaking site H&S inspections and report writing.
* Discussing issues raised and proactively seeking solutions and advice to help clients with compliance.
* Assist with the writing of risk assessments and safe systems of work for clients.
* Assist with client annual memberships to recognized SSIP schemes.
* Help maintain internal compliance to health and safety requirements and embed a culture of safety first to the wider Costplan Group business.
A suitable candidate will meet the following criteria:
* Minimum 2 - 3 years’ post-qualification experience in the construction industry, performing the Principal Designer and/or CDM Client Advisor role under CDM 2015.
* Hold the NEBOSH General & Construction Certificate and be working towards the NCRQ / NEBOSH Diploma Level 6 (if preferable).
* Be a Technical Member (or higher) of IOSH with proven CPD record.
* A good understanding of Health and Safety Legislation and CDM 2015.
* Ideally, design and consultancy experience.
* On site H&S inspection experience advantageous
* Comprehensive knowledge and experience in the management and administration of activities pursuant to the CDM 2015 Regulations.
* Accountable and responsible for professional conduct.
* Hold a valid, clean driver’s license