Health and Safety Project Specialist

London / Flexible hybrid

3-month initial contract

£300 - £400 a day (Inside IR35) depending on experience

We are seeking a Health and Safety Project Specialist to provide expert health and safety guidance, supporting our clients project teams in establishing effective H&S measures and ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory duties, including the CDM Regulations, Building Regulations, and the Building Safety Act.

Key Responsibilities:

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to CDM Regulations 2015, Building Regulations, and the Building Safety Act 2024. Support the selection and training of Principal Designers.

• Risk Management: Advise project teams on identifying and mitigating design and project-related risks using best practices and the Principles of Prevention.

• Safety Planning: Develop and maintain H&S documentation such as risk registers and method statements to ensure safe work systems are in place.

• Team Support: Help establish comprehensive H&S arrangements, offering input on bids to ensure proper resourcing.

• Communication: Lead H&S meetings, briefings, and consultations to drive a safety-focused culture.

• Auditing & Assurance: Conduct audits and inspections, ensuring corrective actions and compliance with "safe by design" principles.

• Incident Investigation: Lead investigations into incidents, identifying root causes and implementing preventive measures.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in delivering CDM and H&S advice, with a focus on design risk management within construction and infrastructure sectors.
• Solid industry experience and technical expertise within Construction, Built Environment, and/or Infrastructure Development.
• Familiarity with standards including ISO 45001, 14001, 9001, and BS 8670.

• NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety or Health and Safety Management.
• Chartered professional or working towards chartered status (e.g., CMIOSH, CMaPS, or Chartered Engineer).
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and guidelines.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications and digital tools.

Interested? Apply today and one of the team will contact you.