Construction Design Lead

Construction Design Lead (CDM 2015) – Major UK Nuclear Infrastructure Project £70,000–£80,000 basic + car allowance, +mileage expenses, + £18,500 tax‑free lodge & sustenance We are recruiting a Construction Design Lead to support a major UK new‑build infrastructure programme in the South West. This is a key role requiring strong CDM leadership and the ability to effectively coordinate between design and construction teams throughout the project lifecycle. This position offers a highly competitive overall package, including a significant tax‑free lodge and sustenance allowance, structured site attendance and hybrid working once embedded (after probation). Working Pattern & Location * On site Monday to Thursday * Friday worked from home as standard * After probation, the option to apply for a further home‑working day per week * Typically 2–3 nights away per week, not a full working week * Mileage and travel expenses covered separately The £18,500 tax‑free lodge and sustenance allowance remains unchanged regardless of working pattern, increasing take‑home value once hybrid working is in place. The Role * Lead multi‑disciplinary design coordination with a focus on buildability * Embed CDM 2015 from concept through construction and handover * Own the Pre‑Construction Information (PCI) and Health & Safety File * Lead and facilitate design reviews and technical workshops * Review drawings and specifications for safety, compliance and constructability * Support value engineering without compromising safety or standards * Work closely with H&S teams on design risk assessments and residual risks * Engage with contractors, designers and wider project stakeholders * Promote digital tools and BIM for clash detection and design validation * Support design QA, audits and continuous improvement initiatives About You -Strong, practical knowledge of CDM Regulations within major projects -Background in civils, M&E, building services or large infrastructure -Proven experience coordinating complex, multi‑disciplinary designs -Confident managing risk, change and technical documentation -Clear communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills -Comfortable operating in safety‑critical and regulated environments -Eligible for site onboarding and standard vetting requirements / clearance Package & Benefits * Basic salary up to £80,000 * £5,780 car allowance * £18,500 tax‑free lodge & sustenance allowance * Equivalent package value of approx £115,000–£120,000 p.a. if it was fully taxable * 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays * Private healthcare * Life assurance (4× salary) * Employer pension contribution of 5.75% * WFH 1 day per week and possibly increase to 2 days after probation Location: Bridgwater (HPC)