Principal Designer Services for Safer, Smarter Projects
CDM & Principal Designer Services
Construction Safety Leadership for Residential, Commercial & Public Sector Projects
Expert CDM Guidance from Concept to Completion
At Starki AEC, we deliver proactive, compliant Principal Designer services under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015). We support residential, commercial, and public-sector clients in delivering safer, smarter projects.
Our role is not just compliance – it’s about protecting people, reducing risk, and delivering quality outcomes for clients, contractors, and building users.
What We Do as Principal Designer
✅ Pre-Construction Safety Coordination
We coordinate design-phase health and safety duties, ensuring that all foreseeable risks are identified, mitigated, and communicated before work begins.
✅ Pre-Construction Information (PCI) Packs
We prepare and distribute clear PCI documentation, tailored to each project. This includes existing drawings, surveys, site constraints, and relevant safety considerations – all issued to clients and contractors from the outset.
✅ Health & Safety File Management
We prepare, maintain, and deliver H&S files in accordance with CDM 2015, updated throughout the build and handed over at project close.
✅ RAMS Reviews and Contractor Support
We review method statements and risk assessments to ensure works are undertaken safely, and that key duty holders are aware of their responsibilities.
✅ HSE Notifications
We submit required notifications to the Health & Safety Executive and advise the client on their legal responsibilities under CDM regulations.
Compliance Beyond CDM: Building Safety Act Ready
We are fully aligned with the Building Safety Act 2022 and work to embed the golden thread of safety-critical information across each project we support.
Whether acting on regulated residential schemes or complex retrofit programmes, we help clients prepare for the expectations of the Building Safety Regulator (BSR).
Trusted by Housing Associations and Public Bodies Across Wales
We’ve delivered Principal Designer and CDM services for:
- First Choice Housing Association
- Tai Tarian
- Adferiad Recovery
- National Eco
- Swansea Council
- Swansea City AFC
- As well as many other private clients and organisations
Our experience includes:
Why Choose Starki AEC for CDM & Principal Designer Services?
✅ Over 350 successfully delivered construction projects
✅ Led by Wezley Morgan MCIAT, Chartered Architectural Technologist (MCIAT), IOSH-qualified, and Associate Member of APM
✅ Proven compliance with CDM 2015 and the Building Safety Act 2022
✅ Expertise across design, compliance, surveying, and project delivery
✅ Full professional indemnity cover (£5m+), with project-specific increases available
✅ Strong partnerships with housing providers, public-sector clients, and framework consortia
✅ Independent, collaborative, and impartial safety-first advice
Indicative Fees & Retainer Options
We understand that clients value transparency and predictable costs. While every project is assessed individually, the following guidance figures give an idea of typical investment levels:
Small / Standard Projects (≤ £2m construction value): £1,375 – £2,750
Large Projects (> £2m construction value): typically around 0.132% of build cost
Retainer Packages (for multiple schemes): from £1,870 per month, providing ongoing PD support, priority response times, and discounted call-off fees for live projects
This blended approach means you can secure continuous Principal Designer expertise while only paying per-project call-offs when schemes go live. It’s a flexible, cost-effective alternative to employing an in-house CDM Manager, and ensures compliance is embedded across your pipeline.
Ready to Appoint a Principal Designer?
If you’re planning a project and need a reliable, qualified Principal Designer or CDM advisor, we’d be happy to support you. We work across Wales and the UK, offering flexible support tailored to your project type, risk profile, and delivery route.
📞 Swansea Office: 01792 732 724
📞 Cardiff Office: 02921 200132
✉️ Email: studio@starki.co.uk
📍 Or use our contact form to request a callback.
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