Health & Safety Manager

We are working with a leading civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Health & Safety Manager for a major heavy civils project in Plymouth.

This is a technically focused role where the client is specifically looking for someone with a strong design background and a solid understanding of risk management at pre-construction and design stages — not just site-based compliance.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting project delivery teams, driving best practice across design risk management, CDM compliance, and operational safety throughout the lifecycle of the scheme.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead health & safety strategy across a major heavy civils project
• Manage design risk reviews and ensure hazards are mitigated early in the process
• Support design and engineering teams with technical H&S guidance
• Ensure compliance with CDM regulations and industry best practice
• Conduct audits, inspections, and incident investigations where required
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and client representatives
• Promote a proactive safety culture across the project

Requirements:

• Proven experience within heavy civils or major infrastructure projects
• Strong design background is essential
• Excellent understanding of CDM regulations and design risk management
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification
• Ability to engage confidently with both design and operational teams
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills