The Construction Health and Safety Team is an expanding group of technically skilled specialists at Ridge. We specialise in the provision of the fullest range health and safety advice for the construction sector. We work across a range of businesses and in sectors as diverse as commercial, healthcare, science, industry, energy, and education. The role is to work as a member of the team, supporting and assisting in the provision of construction health and safety services to both internal and external clients. You will be required to independently deliver construction H&S advice and to fulfil the role of CDM advisor / Principal Designer on several projects to help ensure compliance with the duties of the CDM regulations 2015. Our services include strategic, tactical, and operational aspects of our clients’ businesses. Our service delivery includes the writing of policies and procedures, assisting in carrying out site inspections and audits, writing up project progress reports and engaging directly with clients on a project basis, as well as supporting the development and implementation of training programmes. Your role will be Construction Health and Safety Consultant delivering these services and, as such, you will be a key member of this close-knit team. Your knowledge and skills will contribute to the growth and success of this developing and growing team as we work together to deliver robust solutions to meet our clients’ health and safety objectives, aims and aspirations. Main Duties Working primarily on CDM commissions Expected to be aware of repeat and new business opportunities and to escalate these to senior management Awareness of the value of, and starting to grow, a network of contacts is also important High technical and commercial standards must be established and maintained as quality of work and ‘added value’ for our clients are priorities Written communication involves Reports, Pre-Construction Information and Health & Safety Files Verbal communication involves attendance at meetings and client facing discussions Presentation skills for bid pitch and training provision Under supervision the role includes the ability to contribute to and develop bid submissions and fee proposals Being aware of new work opportunities and potential new clients, as well as maintenance of existing clients You will need to work closely with all members of the firm who could be either clients or collaborators Experience & Qualifications Required Experience undertaking the CDM Principal Designer role Ability to work on multiple projects An understanding and experience of the design and construction process and the principles of risk reduction Knowledge of the CDM regulations and associated legislation NEBOSH Construction Certificate or similar technical or professional qualification Associate Member of the Association for Project Safety Or / and Technical membership of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) A current record of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Working knowledge of Microsoft Office An additional health and safety qualification such as a NEBOSH Diploma would be an advantage Experience working as a consultant is preferred to experience working contractor side Ability to use SharePoint and other technology as required by the business.