Assistant CDM Advisor​/Principal Designer

• Salary: £40000 - £50000 per annum + Flexible hours, 25 days annual leave
• Type:
  Full Time
• Region: UK - North West
• Town/City:
  Greater Manchester
• Posted: 19/02/2026
• Reference: 1312534_

Assistant CDM Consultant / Principal Designer job in Greater Manchester

Joining an award‑winning RIBA chartered practice. This is an opportunity to play a key role in supporting the delivery of CDM Principal Designer duties across a wide range of projects, with the backing of an experienced in‑house team. The role offers a salary of up to £50,000 plus flexible hours.

• Support the discharge of Principal Designer duties across multiple projects
• Advise internal teams and clients on health and safety and risk management
• Assist with compliance under CDM Regulations and the Building Safety Act
• Coordinate pre‑construction information and maintain QA documentation
• Attend project meetings and carry out site visits
• Work collaboratively with the internal PD team and contribute to training initiatives
• Support the development of tools and procedures to embed best practice.

• Experience delivering or supporting Principal Designer duties under CDM
• Knowledge of the Building Safety Act and its practical application
• Previous experience in a design, project management, building control, or H&S role
• Strong attention to detail and understanding of compliance requirements
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate, APS Membership, or similar qualification preferred.

• Salary up to £50,000
• Flexible hours
• 25 days annual leave
• Opportunities for career development
• Collaborative studio culture.

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