An organisation operating across the Liverpool region is seeking an experienced Temporary CDM Advisor (6-12 Months initially) to support a live portfolio of construction and refurbishment projects. The role is client‑side and will focus on providing robust CDM advice, contractor oversight, and practical health and safety support across multiple sites.
This role is home-based with regular travel to sites in Liverpool.
This is a delivery‑focused position, well suited to a construction‑experienced H&S professional or CDM specialist who is comfortable operating at pace, engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, and applying CDM principles pragmatically on site.
Key Responsibilities
Provide competent client‑side CDM advice across multiple construction and refurbishment projects
Act as a point of contact for CDM matters, supporting duty holders in meeting their obligations under CDM 2015
Review and comment on pre‑construction information, construction phase plans, RAMS, and design risk information
Offer oversight and assurance of contractor activities, promoting safe systems of work and compliance with agreed standards
Undertake site inspections and audits, identifying issues and supporting timely, proportionate corrective actions
Engage positively with Principal Contractors, designers, consultants, and internal stakeholders
Support coordination between design and construction teams to ensure risks are eliminated or reduced so far as reasonably practicable
Provide clear, practical advice and reporting suitable for a client‑side environment
Contribute to continuous improvement of construction health and safety management arrangements
About You
Strong construction health and safety background, with demonstrable CDM experience
Previous experience in a client‑side CDM or advisor role is highly advantageous
Comfortable overseeing contractors and challenging constructively where required
Good working knowledge of refurbishment projects as well as new build environments
Confident communicator, able to adapt style when dealing with senior stakeholders, contractors, and site teams
Practical, solutions‑focused approach rather than purely theoretical CDM interpretation
Able to work autonomously across a portfolio of projects
Ideal Background (One or More of the Following)
Former operational health and safety professional from a construction background
Dedicated CDM Advisor or CDM Consultant
Experience working for or alongside clients, local authorities, estates teams, or public sector organisations
Rate & Engagement
Day rate circa £350 per day
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Salary description
£250.00 - £400.00 per day