Lead CDM Business Partner

at  Torus Group

Join us as a at Torus Group! This is a permanent role based across our Liverpool, St. Helens & Warrington locations.

Reporting to the Group Head of Health, Safety & Environment, you will play a crucial role in project delivery, acting as the Principal Designer appointed by the client to oversee the pre-construction phase of multi-contractor projects. You will be responsible for implementing CDM regulations and safety protocols, advising on health, safety, and environmental issues, and assisting in the development of related policies and practices. Your role will ensure regulatory compliance and the delivery of high-quality construction projects while mitigating risks. Additionally, you will promote a positive health and safety culture throughout the Group, ensuring adherence to all relevant legislation and standards.

• Plan, manage, monitor, and coordinate health and safety in the pre-construction phase and they take account and issue all relevant pre-construction information (such as an existing health and safety file) that might affect design work carried out both before and after the construction phase has started
• Help and advise the client in bringing together pre-construction information, and provide the information designers and contractors need to carry out their duties
• Work with any other designers on the project to eliminate foreseeable health and safety risks to anyone affected by the work and, where that is not possible, take steps to reduce or control those risks
• Ensure that everyone involved in the pre-construction phase communicates and cooperates, coordinating their work wherever required
• Building, maintaining stakeholder relationships, keeping the Principal Contractor informed of any risks that need to be controlled during the construction phase
• Establish a record of principles and decisions taken in relation to health and safety from design inception, then monitoring and reporting to completion
• Advising on the development of the project brief and ensuring appropriate notification to HSE of project particulars
• Frequent site visits and to carry out an initial appraisal to establish existing hazards and site restrictions
• Advise and assisting clients in the appointment of contractors and reviewing H&S implications of procurement methods in respect of CDM 2015 Regulations
• Carry out design reviews with team members and co-ordinating health and safety matters
• Establish safe methods for construction of unusual or complex designs, including this as part of the pre-construction information
• Review and commenting on principal contractor’s construction phase plans on behalf of the client and advising when these are considered developed sufficiently for work to start on site
• Compile health and safety files during the project and handing over to the client on completion
• Represent the company in a professional and diligent manner to form strong working relationships
• Level 3 Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate
• Certified or incorporated member of the Association for Project Safety (CMaPS/IMaPS)
• Membership of IOSH
• Substantial experience in delivering CDM principal designer services (as defined in the CDM 2015 Regulations) to a range of sector clients.
• Advanced knowledge of all relevant legislation applicable to health and safety, particularly construction and the CDM Regulations.
• Technical credibility and an advanced understanding of current legislation relating to Construction.
• Substantial experience and working knowledge of ISO Standards
• Highly developed organisation skills and the ability to prioritise tasks, managing your time effectively to meet conflicting deadlines
• Generous Annual Leave: Start with 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after five years of dedicated service.
• Family Support: Enjoy enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay, ensuring you can focus on what matters most during significant life events.
• Financial Flexibility: Take advantage of our holiday purchase scheme, Aviva pension plan, and Salary Finance for affordable loans. With Wagestream, access a portion of your pay instantly.
• Travel and Transport: Explore our lease car scheme and employee discounts on various products, including bikes and holidays.
• Continuous Learning: Access a range of learning opportunities, including e-learning workshops and support for professional qualifications.
• Recognition and Well-being: Participate in our reward and recognition schemes, volunteer in your community, and benefit from enhanced sick pay and discounted gym memberships.
• Flexible Working: We champion flexible and agile working, supporting your individual needs and preferences.
• Comfortable Workspaces: Enjoy well-designed offices with excellent public transport links, alongside access to employee assistance programs and occupational health support.
• Health and Wellness: For eligible employees, we offer BUPA health expenses coverage, ensuring your health needs are taken care of.
• Social Activities: Torus has a designated social committee who organise events throughout the year aimed as supporting employees wellbeing, feeling of belonging and driving an inclusive workplace.

Candidates will undergo in-person interviews, consisting of a competency-based interview.

Each successful applicant will be required to complete the following pre-employment checks prior to a start date being agreed:

• Right to work verification
• Qualification certificate check
• 2x Completed references
• OH Health Questionnaire – Fit For Work
• DBS check (if required for role)
• Completion of all new starter documentation including signed T&C’s

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable number of applicants be received.
We are over 1,500 diverse and talented people sharing the same inspiring goal: to create a better society through providing homes people love to live in, in communities they want to be part of. We are true professionals, who thrive in this fast-moving, challenging and rewarding environment because we know that the stronger our organisation is, the better we can benefit our customers and colleagues alike.
Every single one of our colleagues has unique qualities that we value highly. We share a culture of innovation and bravery, working closely together to do the right thing for each other, for our customers and for the communities we live and work in.
We believe our people deserve the opportunity to explore themselves and their potential. That’s why we encourage and support everyone at Torus to be the best they can be. We are delighted to have been awarded Investors in People Gold status – because when our colleagues achieve their best, they’ll achieve their best for Torus.
We are Torus. We are building the future.

• Plan, manage, monitor, and coordinate health and safety in the pre-construction phase and they take account and issue all relevant pre-construction information (such as an existing health and safety file) that might affect design work carried out both before and after the construction phase has started
• Help and advise the client in bringing together pre-construction information, and provide the information designers and contractors need to carry out their duties
• Work with any other designers on the project to eliminate foreseeable health and safety risks to anyone affected by the work and, where that is not possible, take steps to reduce or control those risks
• Ensure that everyone involved in the pre-construction phase communicates and cooperates, coordinating their work wherever required
• Building, maintaining stakeholder relationships, keeping the Principal Contractor informed of any risks that need to be controlled during the construction phase
• Establish a record of principles and decisions taken in relation to health and safety from design inception, then monitoring and reporting to completion
• Advising on the development of the project brief and ensuring appropriate notification to HSE of project particulars
• Frequent site visits and to carry out an initial appraisal to establish existing hazards and site restrictions
• Advise and assisting clients in the appointment of contractors and reviewing H&S implications of procurement methods in respect of CDM 2015 Regulations
• Carry out design reviews with team members and co-ordinating health and safety matters
• Establish safe methods for construction of unusual or complex designs, including this as part of the pre-construction information
• Review and commenting on principal contractor’s construction phase plans on behalf of the client and advising when these are considered developed sufficiently for work to start on site
• Compile health and safety files during the project and handing over to the client on completion
• Represent the company in a professional and diligent manner to form strong working relationships
• Level 3 Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate
• Certified or incorporated member of the Association for Project Safety (CMaPS/IMaPS)
• Membership of IOSH
• Substantial experience in delivering CDM principal designer services (as defined in the CDM 2015 Regulations) to a range of sector clients.
• Advanced knowledge of all relevant legislation applicable to health and safety, particularly construction and the CDM Regulations.
• Technical credibility and an advanced understanding of current legislation relating to Construction.
• Substantial experience and working knowledge of ISO Standards
• Highly developed organisation skills and the ability to prioritise tasks, managing your time effectively to meet conflicting deadlines
• Generous Annual Leave: Start with 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after five years of dedicated service.
• Family Support: Enjoy enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay, ensuring you can focus on what matters most during significant life events.
• Financial Flexibility: Take advantage of our holiday purchase scheme, Aviva pension plan, and Salary Finance for affordable loans. With Wagestream, access a portion of your pay instantly.
• Travel and Transport: Explore our lease car scheme and employee discounts on various products, including bikes and holidays.
• Continuous Learning: Access a range of learning opportunities, including e-learning workshops and support for professional qualifications.
• Recognition and Well-being: Participate in our reward and recognition schemes, volunteer in your community, and benefit from enhanced sick pay and discounted gym memberships.
• Flexible Working: We champion flexible and agile working, supporting your individual needs and preferences.
• Comfortable Workspaces: Enjoy well-designed offices with excellent public transport links, alongside access to employee assistance programs and occupational health support.
• Health and Wellness: For eligible employees, we offer BUPA health expenses coverage, ensuring your health needs are taken care of.
• Social Activities: Torus has a designated social committee who organise events throughout the year aimed as supporting employees wellbeing, feeling of belonging and driving an inclusive workplace