Health and Safety Professional - Leading Construction Consultancy (Client Side Role)
Location: Permanent on-site role at a major construction project
We are working with a leading construction consultancy to recruit an experienced Health and Safety professional who will provide expert client-side advice across a large and complex construction project, from initiation through to completion. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys autonomy, responsibility, and the chance to influence high-profile project delivery.
The Role
As the Health and Safety professional on this major project, you will act on behalf of the client, ensuring their duties and obligations are fulfilled while maintaining a positive, collaborative relationship with the principal contractor. You will provide oversight, guidance, and assurance throughout the lifecycle of the project.
Key Responsibilities
Project Health and Safety Management
Monitor and work closely with the appointed principal contractor.
Attend regular meetings with the principal contractor and wider project team.
Provide support and assistance to contractors and site teams.
Advise and assist the client on compliance with CDM Regulations and all relevant construction-related health and safety legislation.
Coordinate health and safety aspects during design stages.
Facilitate strong communication between the client, designers, and contractors.
Liaise with the principal contractor on design development and safety implications.
Client Relationship and Reporting
Support business unit directors in delivering business objectives.
Positively engage with the client to develop and maintain strong working relationships.
Deliver a high-quality service that meets all client expectations and standards.
Produce and present regular health and safety reports, including prompt flash reports for major issues and comprehensive weekly and monthly updates.
Leadership and Business Support
Mentor and coach team members to help them reach their full potential.
Assist in preparing bids and proposals for services.
Promptly advise directors of issues that may impact professional indemnity exposure.
About You
This role is ideal for someone who is confident working independently in a client-side capacity and is experienced in high-level monitoring of principal contractors on active construction sites.
Experience, Knowledge and Skills
Strong construction-related health and safety experience post-Tech IOSH qualification.
Proven track record of delivering services on live construction sites.
Solid understanding of construction methods and materials.
Comprehensive knowledge of construction safety management and relevant legislation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Methodical, organised, and able to approach work logically.
Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.
Financial awareness and solid numeracy skills.
Ability to prepare high-quality bids for services.
Proficient in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Able to work collaboratively within teams and lead when required.
Qualifications
Essential: NEBOSH Construction and General Certificates / Tech IOSH or Grad IOSH (experience-dependent).
Preferred: NEBOSH Diploma / CMIOSH.
Benefits
Clear opportunities to grow and develop your career.
24 days annual leave with the option to purchase additional days.
Contributory pension scheme.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Global travel scholarship programme.
Flexible working arrangements.
For more information on this exciting opportunity please contact Charmaine Mundy
Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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