CDM Lead in Reading, Berkshire

CDM Lead
Location: Reading (office once per week)

ARM are working with a leading consultancy who are seeking a CDM Lead to manage the implementation of CDM Designer duties across a major utilities programme. This role is pivotal in embedding safe-by-design principles and ensuring full compliance with CDM 2015 regulations and internal best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead CDM Designer duties and ensure compliance across design phases.
• Prepare Pre-Construction Information Packs and coordinate the Health & Safety File.
• Identify and manage design risks; maintain the design risk register.
• Facilitate HAZOPs, design reviews, and stakeholder engagement.
• Influence senior stakeholders and support CDM training delivery.

Requirements:

• Degree-qualified in a construction/engineering discipline.
• Minimum 6 years' CDM experience in infrastructure or utilities.
• Chartered professional (e.g., CEng, RICS, RIBA) with NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
• Strong understanding of CDM 2015, risk management, and design safety.
• Experience on multi-disciplinary projects under NEC or similar frameworks.

We can only consider applications from those eligible to work in the UK for this position. This position will require some additional checks, to ensure you can access the site worked as needed.

For more information on this position, please contact Marika Powell at ARM on 02392 228232 or email your CV and covering letter to .