WSP in the UK & Ireland
Senior or Principal, CDM and Safety Assurance Services - Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham and Newcastle,
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Job Description
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
Our growing and diverse project portfolio means we are seeking Senior and/or Principal Safety in Design Consultants to strengthen our project-delivery capability. We are looking for professionals with a strong working knowledge of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, and some knowledge and experience of the Principal Designer role in the Building Safety Act 2022 supported by design and compliance experience within transportation, infrastructure, energy/utilities, mechanical and engineering, structures, or similar design-led environments. A passion for improving design safety and proactively identifying, eliminating, or mitigating risks during all stages of project development is essential.
Our CDM and Safety in Design specialists play a pivotal role across WSP’s multidisciplinary teams, collaborating closely with designers, engineers, and project managers to develop safe, innovative, and practical design solutions. You will also provide trusted, independent advice to clients, helping them develop and operate the systems and procedures necessary to meet their safety goals. Alongside design support both within WSP and to external parties, you will also have the opportunity contribute health and safety and services across workplace safety and compliance.
In a Typical Week, You May Be Involved In
- Reviewing and challenging design-stage risk management information
- Working directly with designers to develop creative and effective hazard-mitigation strategies
- Chasing and gathering required information to inform risk profiles, PCI, HSF or BSA compliance plans
- Sharing industry best practice and contributing to internal knowledge development
- Advising clients and stakeholders on their legal responsibilities under CDM
- Applying CDM principles to non-standard, complex, or unique project scenarios
- Scoping project issues and developing robust methodologies to resolve them
- Delivering safety in design project strategies, plans, and project-specific approaches
- Potentially supporting Building regs compliance under the building safety act as Principal Designer utilising our in-house compliance processes
- Compiling compliance reports, registers, and documentation in line with the requirements of CDM and BSA
- Being responsible for the delivery of your own project deliverables in line with commercial proposals for time and cost.
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We Will Look For You To Demonstrate
- A proven track record as a Safety in Design or CDM professional, with hands-on design experience and strong practical knowledge of CDM 2015 and experience of BSA 2022
- A genuine commitment to improving health and safety performance and compliance across construction projects
- Experience within transportation, utilities, engineering, operations, risk management, or related disciplines, ideally with a good understanding of design process and risk profiles
- A degree (or equivalent) in safety, engineering, construction, transportation, or a related field—or an equivalent technical qualification (BTEC, HNC/HND) supported by strong practical experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the experience and confidence to speak in professional and client meetings
- A commitment to continued professional development, ideally supported by NEBOSH Construction certification and membership of APS, IIRSM and/or IOSH.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. 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.
With us, you can. Apply today.
About Us
We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Work-life balance
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests, and your community.
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Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Belonging
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 work 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 have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.
Health & Wellbeing
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
Flex your time
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
Your development
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
#WeAreWSP
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.
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