Bring safety leadership to projects across every sector — from residential schemes and commercial offices to cultural venues and public realm.

Who We Are
Architecture Social is a specialist recruitment consultancy connecting CDM Principal Designers with architecture practices, multidisciplinary consultancies, and specialist CDM firms across the UK. Many of our clients work across multiple sectors simultaneously and need Principal Designers who can adapt their approach to a diverse project portfolio. Whether the brief involves a residential tower, a heritage refurbishment, or a new office headquarters, the need for rigorous, proactive safety-by-design remains constant. We are regularly briefed on CDM roles at firms of all sizes and sectors.

What our clients typically ask for
• Broad experience as CDM Principal Designer across multiple project types and sectors
• Comprehensive understanding of CDM 2015 regulations and their practical application
• Ability to manage design risk registers and coordinate pre-construction information across diverse project teams
• Experience producing health and safety files and supporting the transition from design to construction phases
• Strong multi-disciplinary coordination skills for engaging architecture, engineering, landscape, and interior design teams
• Relevant qualifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, or APS membership
• Excellent communication and documentation skills for client-facing and regulatory reporting

If your adaptability and regulatory expertise make you the safety authority that design teams trust across any project type, we want to hear from you.

Why Register With Architecture Social
Registering gives you visibility of CDM Principal Designer roles at practices and consultancies working across the full breadth of the built environment. We take the time to understand your sector experience, qualifications, and career goals so every introduction is meaningful. Many of our CDM roles come through confidential searches, and your details are always handled with complete discretion.

How to Apply
Apply directly to any of our live CDM and health-and-safety listings, or submit a speculative application here. Your profile joins our specialist CDM network, and we will be in touch as soon as the ideal opportunity aligned with your expertise becomes available.