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Construction Design and Management (CDM) Subject Matter Expert

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AWE

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Reading
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AI generated summary

  • You must possess extensive knowledge of CDM regulations, experience in construction projects, strong communication skills, and the ability to advise on safety and compliance measures.
  • You will provide expert guidance on construction design and management, ensuring compliance with regulations, overseeing safety protocols, and collaborating with teams to optimize project efficiency.

Requirements

  • - CDM – Manager / Subject Matter Expert
  • - AWE is currently recruiting for a Client facing Construction Design and Management (CDM) Subject Matter Expert, who will be responsible for supporting the management, oversight and coordination of the Construction, Design, and Management Regulations within the AWE estate.
  • - The role will involve supporting a diverse range of projects inclusive of a significant ‘UK leading’ multi-million-pound forward build programme of new facilities and associated infrastructure.
  • - This unique and exciting position will see the right candidate working for one of the UKs largest employers, with an attractive salary/benefits package and allow them to enjoy an excellent work/life balance.
  • - Location – Reading area
  • - Package – Up to £60,000 (depending on your suitability and level of experience)
  • - Advice, support, and improvements.
  • - Provide technical advice, in support of the implementation of the AWE CDM arrangements and duty holders (Client, PC and PD etc).
  • - Promote CDM learning and improvement.
  • - Policy setting and strategy.
  • - Monitor and assess the implications of existing, new, and forthcoming legislation, standards, and guidance, relevant to CDM.
  • - Support the creation and maintenance of standards, procedures, and other arrangements relevant to CDM.
  • - Policy implementation
  • - Confirm that resources (people, equipment, environment, or material) required to deliver CDM within AWE.
  • - Identify roles and the competency standards of persons required to deliver CDM.
  • - Define and maintain appropriate training, information, and support arrangements for persons in roles expected to deliver CDM within AWE.
  • - Monitoring/Evaluation of compliance
  • - Support project level CDM compliance strategies.
  • - Conduct active monitoring of CDM data to allow continual review of the AWE CDM arrangements.
  • - Lead CDM Risk Based Inspection and Rick Based Checks in support of surveillance activities.
  • - Solid experience and a thorough working knowledge of the CDM Regulations.
  • - A recognised professional Health & Safety qualification such a NEBOSH Construction as a minimum but preferably higher such as NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ 4/5/6 or Degree in Health & Safety or ICE Health & Safety Registration.
  • - Chartership (or working towards) through a relevant organisation such as IET, CIOB, ICE, RICS, IOSH, CABE, RIBA or similar.
  • - Experience in the full project life cycle (design, construction and handover).
  • - Excellent level of technical acumen and a confident and astute communicator.
  • - Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role.
  • - Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.

Responsibilities

  • Advice, support, and improvements.
  • Provide technical advice, in support of the implementation of the AWE CDM arrangements and duty holders (Client, PC and PD etc).
  • Promote CDM learning and improvement.
  • Policy setting and strategy.
  • Monitor and assess the implications of existing, new, and forthcoming legislation, standards, and guidance, relevant to CDM.
  • Support the creation and maintenance of standards, procedures, and other arrangements relevant to CDM.
  • Policy implementation:
  • Confirm that resources (people, equipment, environment, or material) required to deliver CDM within AWE.
  • Identify roles and the competency standards of persons required to deliver CDM.
  • Define and maintain appropriate training, information, and support arrangements for persons in roles expected to deliver CDM within AWE.
  • Monitoring/Evaluation of compliance:
  • Support project level CDM compliance strategies.
  • Conduct active monitoring of CDM data to allow continual review of the AWE CDM arrangements.
  • Lead CDM Risk Based Inspection and Risk Based Checks in support of surveillance activities.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Construction Design and Management (CDM) Subject Matter Expert at AWE?**

The main responsibility of the CDM Subject Matter Expert is to support the management, oversight, and coordination of the Construction, Design, and Management Regulations within the AWE estate, particularly for a diverse range of projects including a significant multi-million-pound forward build programme. **Question: Where is this position located?** **Answer:** This position is located in the Reading area. **Question: What is the salary range for the CDM Subject Matter Expert role?** **Answer:** The salary package for this role is up to £60,000, depending on the candidate's suitability and level of experience. **Question: What types of projects will the CDM Subject Matter Expert be involved in?** **Answer:** The CDM Subject Matter Expert will be involved in a diverse range of projects, including a significant multi-million-pound forward build programme of new facilities and associated infrastructure. **Question: What qualifications are preferred for candidates applying for this role?** **Answer:** Candidates should ideally have solid experience and thorough working knowledge of the CDM Regulations, a recognised professional Health & Safety qualification (such as NEBOSH Construction or preferably NEBOSH Diploma), and should either be chartered or working towards chartership through relevant organizations like IET, CIOB, ICE, RICS, IOSH, CABE, or RIBA. **Question: What are the benefits associated with this position?** **Answer:** Benefits include 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off), opportunities for professional career development funding, employee assistance programs, a defined contribution Group Personal Pension, life assurance, discounts on everyday spending, and special leave policies for volunteering and public service. **Question: What skills and experience are required for the ideal candidate?** **Answer:** The ideal candidate should have experience in the full project life cycle (design, construction, and handover), excellent technical acumen, and be a confident and astute communicator. **Question: Are there any specific eligibility requirements for this position?** **Answer:** Yes, candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role, and must be a British Citizen to apply. **Question: How does AWE support diversity and inclusion in the workplace?** **Answer:** AWE is committed to creating workplaces that recognize and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions, and promote a culture of openness and inclusion. They encourage diverse applicants to support this mission. **Question: What are the ongoing responsibilities related to policy and compliance in this role?** **Answer:** Ongoing responsibilities include monitoring and assessing implications of legislation related to CDM, supporting the creation and maintenance of relevant standards and procedures, implementing resource requirements, confirming competency standards, and conducting active monitoring of compliance strategies.

AWE

We are a team of remarkable people achieving extraordinary things in support of UK defence and security

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1987
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

AWE (Atomic Weapons Establishment) is a British defence company primarily involved in the design, manufacture, and support of nuclear weapons for the United Kingdom's national defence. Their ultimate mission is to contribute to the country's security by ensuring the reliability and safety of the UK's nuclear deterrent. AWE plays a crucial role in maintaining the nation's defence capabilities, focusing on nuclear deterrence and security technologies. The purpose of AWE is deeply rooted in safeguarding the integrity and effectiveness of the UK's nuclear arsenal, adhering to the highest safety standards and technological advancements to support the defence and strategic interests of the United Kingdom.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and regular pay reviews

    We use an independent company to benchmark our salaries, to ensure they’re competitive against industry standards. And we also conduct regular performance-related pay reviews.

  • Annual leave

    Because our working pattern differs from that of other companies, we calculate our annual leave in hours. You’ll benefit from a generous total of 270 hours’ leave a year which includes an allowance for Bank Holidays.

  • Agile and flexible working

    As a business, we’re moving to a more agile working model, which means for some roles we’re introducing the opportunity to work offsite or at home. And, if it works for you and for the business, we’re also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

  • AWE Life Insurance

    We also provide a life insurance benefit for all employees, aged up to and including 74. This means that, in the event of your death, a lump sum death-in-service benefit of four-times your salary is payable.

  • The AWE Group Personal Pension

    Upon being enrolled in the pension plan, you’ll pay a percentage of your salary into the pension each month. It’s flexible, so you can increase or decrease the amount you pay into the plan at any time. The Company will also make a contribution to your pension on your behalf.