Principal Designer and CDM Consultant

Job Description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis are a global Project and Programme Consultancy delivering constructive expertise on some of the most exciting and high-profile construction projects and our continuing success in securing consultancy work means we are expanding our team. We are seeking to recruit a Principal Designer / CDM Consultant to join our team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to work for a dynamic and sociable company and make an return we will provide the necessary support to take your career to the next level be that in business development technical development or professional development.

AtkinsRéalis is renowned for the expertise experience and excellence of its people - we place great emphasis on succession planning and training.

Your role

• The role is primarily based on the delivery of Principal Designer / CDM Services although experience of delivering additional associated Health & Safety Services would be an advantage.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering a number of roles under CDM 2015 in all technical and contractual aspects of a professional practice. Based in our Leeds or Manchester Offices you will cover a range of sectors including but not limited to retail housing commercial property manufacturing infrastructure public sector and education.
• Providing Principal Designer / CDM Services on both independent commissions and also to complement our wider project delivery services.
• Production of pre-construction information H&S files and other associated CDM documents.
• Ensuring Designer compliance.
• Reviewing contractors documentation including tenders and construction phase plans.
• Interfacing with clients and design teams on project basis.
• Conducting site H&S inspections/audits.
• Advise clients on procurement options and consultant appointment issues
• Pro-active in business development of the Services within the Region.
• Keep updated with current legal developments in respect of construction and associated
  law.

About you

We require a consultant with suitable and relevant experience ideally from a design or construction background.

Technical

• Possess or working toward a NEBOSH National / Construction Certificates.

• A member of APS IOSH and/or CIOB or working towards.
• A relevant design or construction related qualification (preferred but not essential).
• Good IT skills and working knowledge of MS 365: Word Excel and Outlook.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the component parts of CDM 2015 and other Health & Safety legislation.
• Working knowledge of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
• HS Training capability will be an advantage.

Attributes

• Strong Communication skills - experience of communicating with people at differing levels effectively through oral and written communication.
• Client facing skills - experience of working with clients at a strategic/operational level and managing the relationships effectively.
• Strong Planning and Organising skills - able to prioritise workload deadlines financial requirements and manage change effectively.
• Effective problem resolution skills - solution orientated with the ability to manage problems and complaints assertively.
• Team working skills - ability to work with others to achieve team and personal targets or objectives.
• Current driving license.
• Willingness to support projects across several sectors which may include some travelling and out of hours work.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health wellbeing financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

Were AtkinsRéalis a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people data and technology to transform the worlds infrastructure and energy systems. Together with our industry partners and clients and our global team of consultants designers engineers and project managers we can change the world. Were committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So we offer a range of family friendly inclusive employment policies flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer we value applications from all backgrounds cultures and ability.

Worker Type

Job Type

At AtkinsRéalis we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender ethnic or national origin sexual identity and orientation age religion or disability but enriches itself through these differences.