CDM Consultant

What is a CDM Consultant?

A CDM Consultant is a crucial health and safety professional dedicated to ensuring compliance with the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015.

These regulations are central to managing and safeguarding construction projects across the UK. Non-compliance not only risks significant fines and legal challenges but also increases the likelihood of accidents on site.

In particular, a CDM Consultant collaborates closely with your CDM Principal Contractor to serve as the CDM Health & Safety Site Manager. This partnership effectively alleviates the complexities, uncertainties and stresses associated with health and safety compliance on construction projects.

What does a CDM Consultant do?

As your CDM Consultant, we are here to take the headache away from CDM regulations and compliance. We understand that it can be challenging to navigate the complexities of safety standards and regulations required on construction sites. Our role is to streamline this process for you.

As CDM Consultants, we support you with:

Compliance and permits

Professional Permit to Work Issuer for various needs such as: general, hot works, crane lifts, and confined space entry.
Ensuring accuracy in compliance records across: attendance, permits, and competencies.

Risk management & safety audits

Conducting Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) reviews.
Implementing and overseeing site discipline (Yellow, Red and Green categories).
Regular site inspections and Health & Safety audits.

Project and contractor management

Day-to-day management of project-related Health & Safety.
Onsite contractor management and competency verification.
Managing project meetings with contractors and key stakeholders.

Training & induction

Developing and presenting CDM project inductions.
Creating and delivering targeted, professional toolbox talk.
Uniting and engaging with your wider team.

Incident management

Handling near-miss and hazard identification and reporting.
Conducting accident and incident investigations.
Providing emergency first aid as needed.

Technical & advisory support

Implementing and managing biometric site management controls.
Developing and managing site-specific procedures.
Offering advice on CDM Regulations and workplace H&S regulations.

Is a CDM Consultant a legal requirement?

Under the CDM Regulations, duty holders such as clients, Principal Designers, and Principal Contractors have specific health and safety responsibilities.

If you are fulfilling one of these roles, it is essential to assess whether you possess the necessary competence – defined by appropriate skills, qualifications, and experience – to fulfil these duties. You might not need to outsource a CDM Consultant if you are fully capable and qualified to do this yourself.

However, if the responsibilities are beyond your expertise or if you are uncertain about how to ensure compliance, appointing a CDM Consultant is advisable to provide the necessary guidance and assistance.

What are the benefits of outsourcing a CDM Consultant?

There are numerous benefits to outsourcing a CDM Consultant if you work within the construction industry…

Continuous on-site presence

As a Principal Contractor, you are required to have a representative onsite at all times to ensure the safe management of all contractors on your site.

Highly qualified team

Our consultants hold core qualifications such as NEBOSH and SMSTS, alongside specialised certifications for managing high-risk activities like fire safety, confined space and asbestos management.

Tailored expertise

We always match subject matter experts with the specific needs of your project. This ensures our CDM Consultants have the precise skills and competencies required for your construction work.

Guaranteed regulatory compliance

There’s little better than sleeping well at night knowing your project is in safe hands. Our proactive risk management and guaranteed compliance with CDM regulations safeguard you against legal and financial repercussions.

Promotes a positive H&S culture

By setting the precedence that you’re taking extra steps to ensure the quality and compliance of your project, you create a working culture that values and prioritises safety. Here, safety becomes an integral part of your everyday operations.

Improved relationships with stakeholders

By regular, daily engagement with key project stakeholders, we ensure that the project runs smoothly and that everyone is aligned in project goals and expectations.

What should you look for in a CDM Consultant?

Feeling overwhelmed? We get it. It can be confusing to decipher whether or not you need a CDM Consultant on your construction project. It can also be challenging to know what to look for when choosing who to work with.

When selecting your CDM Consultant, we recommend looking for the following traits:

Appropriate qualifications and experience
Pragmatic, solution-focussed professionals
Flexibility in adapting and adjusting milestones
Great communication skills

Why choose pm Connections as your CDM Consultant and H&S Site Manager?

Choosing pm Connections as your CDM Consultant means partnering with a team defined by professionalism, rapid responsiveness and a commitment to integrity.

Our pragmatic, solution-focused approach ensures that we listen attentively and respond swiftly to your needs. We deliver efficient results that maximise value and help to keep your projects on track.

But more importantly, we believe in the power of partnership. We collaborate closely with all of our clients, becoming extended members of their own teams. This aligns our efforts to ensure the best possible outcome for their projects and workplaces.

Our team consists of subject matter experts who are highly skilled and continually invested in their own professional development. By doing this, we ensure that our people are at the forefront of industry standards and compliance changes, so you can focus on what’s important to you.

Down-to-earth, friendly advice is only a phone call away, so feel free to call us on 01925 649 818. We’d love to help!