CDM Manager at Canary Wharf Contractors Limited
Canary Wharf Contractors Limited · London, United Kingdom · Onsite
- Professional
- Office in London
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Company: Canary Wharf Contractors Limited______________
Reporting to: Associate Director - Health & Safety______________
JOB SUMMARY
The CDM Safety Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting Canary Wharf Construction (CWC) compliance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015. The role ensures that health and safety risks are effectively managed across all phases of the building lifecycle, from planning and design to construction and occupation. This position is instrumental in promoting safe design, coordinated construction and integrated project delivery across a complex and high-profile estate. The role will include regular site visits to assess compliance, engage with project teams, and support safe delivery on the ground.Salary range: £70,000 - £75,000 - dependent on experience.
Closing Date: 31st August 2025
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve as the primary advisor on CDM compliance, ensuring the organisation fulfils its duties as a Client under CDM 2015.
- Provide strategic health and safety input during early RIBA stages, embedding design risk management into project planning, including acting as Principal Designer on CWC’s smaller projects, when requested.
- Influence and collaborate with internal project teams, designers, consultants, and contractors to promote safe and coordinated design outcomes.
- Oversee the selection, appointment, and performance of Principal Designers and Principal Contractors, ensuring legal and procedural compliance.
- Review and challenge key design safety documentation, including pre-construction information, design risk registers and coordination reports.
- Support project teams across the planning, procurement, design development, and construction phases, ensuring CDM principles are applied consistently.
- Monitor and manage consultant performance, ensuring outputs align with project safety goals and integrate with the wider safety management system.
- Proactively identify and promote innovative and practical solutions to improve design coordination, construction safety, and long-term asset operation.
- Conduct regular site visits to assess compliance, engage with delivery teams, and provide hands-on support during key project milestones Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by Senior Management.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
- Proven experience working on major construction projects.
- Possess an understanding of design and construction processes and procedures. Be knowledgeable about CDM Regulations and RIBA Plan of Work.
- Be in possession of formal Health and Safety qualifications e.g. NEBOSH General Certificate, NEBOSH Construction Certificate, NVQ level 6 or an equivalent qualification, CSCS Card (Health & Safety Manager).
- Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., APS, IOSH, IIRSM, CIOB).
- Have good communication skills (both verbal and written).
- Have good influencing skills and be able to influence behaviour.
- Must be a team player and be able to work well with the assigned project teams, design consultants and members of the Health and Safety department.
- Have the ability to develop and implement CDM and Health and Safety performance improvement-related systems and procedures where required.
- Be willing to undertake training and a personal development program.
- Be able to train others where knowledge and skills allow.
- Be computer literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages and have good administrative skills.
HEALTH SAFETY AND WELFARE RESPONSIBILITIES
All staff are required to fulfil their legal duty to take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their acts and omissions, and to follow all guidance and instructions given in this respect. Further details regarding Health & Safety responsibilities are set out in the Health & Safety Policy in the Administrative Rules and Procedures, and the Health, Safety & Welfare Manual.
ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL & GOVERNANCE (ESG) RESPONSIBILITIES
Recognising the centrality of ESG principles within our organisation, we have developed a comprehensive ESG Strategy. It is imperative that all staff members understand and adopt this strategy into their respective roles. This includes adhering to environmental regulations, minimising waste, supporting nature within our urban environment, and facilitating positive change for those in need within our community and utilising our volunteering.
QUALITY MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
In line with the latest ISO 9001 requirements and our dedication to quality management, all staff are mandated to comply with system requirements as detailed within the Company Quality Manual & Policies. Additionally, it's vital to ensure the effective implementation of all Procedures, Plans, and Forms within our Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS) to meet the ISO 9001: Quality Management Standard.
COMPANY VALUES
Commit to Excellence
- Act with integrity and deliver high performance
- Put our customers at the heart of what we do
- Resolve issues by providing high quality solutions
Foster Collaboration
- Find opportunities to collaborate with others across the business to achieve shared goals
- Encourage inclusive networks and treat others with respect and fairness
- Use knowledge to work effectively with suppliers / contractors to meet shared goals
Encourage Engagement
- Confident in making decisions appropriate to the role
- Learn from mistakes and listen to constructive feedback to improve performance
- Prioritise safety and actively support community, wellbeing and sustainability programmes
Take Ownership
- Take pride in delivering high quality service which exceeds expectations
- Committed to opportunities for self-development
- Take responsibility for my own performance and look for ways to improve
Embrace Innovation
- Embrace change and innovation
- Proactively suggest ways to improve our business and encourage others to share ideas
- See new challenges as opportunities to deliver effective change
WHAT WE OFFER
Diversity and Inclusion
We recognise the importance of embracing diverse experience, skills and perspectives at all levels and operating in an inclusive working environment, in order for everyone to reach their full potential. We also recognise that it makes business sense, since being an inclusive employer leads to better business performance and higher levels of employee engagement and satisfaction. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and skills and are committed to fostering a culture whereby everyone can reach their full potential.
Flexible Working
As an inclusive employer, we recognise the positive impact flexible working can have on an individual, their wellbeing, engagement and productivity. Therefore, we are open to consider flexible working arrangements, both temporary or permanent.
Learning and Development
At Canary Wharf Group, our employees receive a wide range of support to help improve their skills and achieve their career goals. We offer development opportunities through classroom and e-learning training, mentoring, cross department experience and on the job learning. We heavily invest in our staff attaining accreditations to develop existing and new skills, support chartered status, sponsorships and provide further educational opportunities which are job and business related. We never stand still and continually invest in developing skills and knowledge to ensure individual and company growth.
Other Benefits
We are committed to building a safe, happy and healthy community for our employees and we offer a comprehensive range of benefits, all designed with our employees and their wellbeing in mind. From generous pension and insurance plans, to health benefits, subsidised gym membership, store discounts and family leave, our benefits package allows our employees to choose the benefits that suit them and their individual needs.
If you are interested in joining our highly professional and skilled team for our next exciting phase of development, please complete the form on this page to apply online.
Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint at any point.
