Senior Design Engineer

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Senior Design Engineer on a 6 Month Contract, based in the Midlands/Hybrid. Role Summary The Principal Designer will take responsibility for ensuring compliance with the Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015 (CDM) during the pre-construction and construction phases of projects. The role will lead on integrating health and safety into the design process, coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders, and provide a professional, billable service to clients. Key Responsibilities * Act as Principal Designer in accordance with CDM regulations, ensuring legal compliance across all relevant projects. * Plan, manage, monitor and coordinate health and safety in the pre-construction phase. * Identify, eliminate, or control foreseeable risks through effective design risk management. * Coordinate with the Principal Contractor representative (internal) to review methods of work and ensure wider CDM compliance through the construction phase. * Ensure designers comply with their duties and co-operate with the project team. * Advise clients on their CDM duties and responsibilities. * Coordinate and communicate with contractors, engineers, and other stakeholders to embed health and safety throughout design and delivery. * Maintain robust records and documentation to demonstrate compliance. * Develop and maintain internal procedures, tools, and templates for CDM and safety compliance. * Provide training and guidance to design teams on safety-in-design best practice. * Act as a billable resource, ensuring services are charged appropriately to clients. * Contribute to continuous improvement in safety culture, compliance standards, and efficiency. Requirements * Relevant degree (e.g. Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Health & Safety) or equivalent experience. * Professional qualification in Health & Safety (e.g. NEBOSH Certificate/Diploma or equivalent). * In-depth knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 and associated guidance. * Demonstrable experience acting as Principal Designer or in a similar CDM compliance role. * Strong understanding of design risk management and safety in construction. * Experience working in multi-disciplinary project teams. * Skills & Competencies * Excellent knowledge of health and safety legislation. * Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. * Organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. * Commercial awareness with the ability to deliver billable services. * Proactive problem-solver with attention to detail. * Ability to influence and promote a positive safety culture. Our Company Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time