Principal Designer Representative; Energy

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We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced PD Representative to provide specialist advice and guidance on CDM compliance, risk management, and health and safety throughout the design and construction process.

• Ensure risk management processes are in line with CDM 2015 and the project’s deliverables, including Design Management Plans, risk registers, survey information and document control pathways.
• Work closely with the project team to perform all aspects of the Principal Designer role.
• Assist designers in applying Principles of Prevention to design out risks and hazards as far as reasonably practicable.
• Provide and manage the Pre‑construction Information for all designers and contractors.
• Prepare, maintain and pass on the Health and Safety File to the Principal Contractor or client as required.
• Attend site to establish pre‑construction conditions, site layout and collect or assess previous H&S/O&M risk information.
• Support the transfer of risk information from design teams to enable CPP development; review CPP, risk assessments and start‑up procedures.
• Conduct safety audits on a regular frequency to monitor statutory compliance and report progress monthly.
• Implement a near‑miss reporting mechanism and accident tracker within the client process.
• Support continual improvement, promote lessons‑learnt sessions and enhance H&S awareness at all levels.

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Construction Certificate.
• Experience acting as CDM Principal Designer on medium to large projects.
• Strong working knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 and wider construction health and safety legislation.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills, with the ability to lead meetings and engage confidently with clients, designers and contractors.
• Proficiency in preparing pre‑construction information, risk registers and Health and Safety Files.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective time management and organisational skills.

• Degree or equivalent in a construction‑related discipline or civil engineering.
• Experience with National Grid Transmission in a Principal Design Representative role or a comparable sector.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. IOSH, APS, RIBA, ICE, CIOB, CABE).

Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. Join our close‑knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact.

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We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by a common purpose of creating positive, long‑lasting impacts on the communities we serve through innovation, integrity and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international talent.

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our culture represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

We are committed to supporting our people’s health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme, including virtual GP services, flexible benefits, and comprehensive menopause and wellbeing support.

We also offer flexible working arrangements, part‑time options, and the ability to purchase additional leave or use bank holiday entitlement to suit your needs.

We understand the importance of development and training. We invest in your growth through training, mentoring and chartership opportunities.

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria; please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.