Construction/Design Health & Safety Professional, PSDP – Reddy Architecture, Ireland
Reddy Architecture & Urbanism
We are seeking highly motivated professionals to join our established PSDP team – based in either our Dublin or Cork Office. Hybrid working is supported, provided candidates are suitably located to facilitate regular site visits across a broad range of projects. This role offers the opportunity to work independently, lead health and safety coordination during the design process, and contribute to the successful delivery of projects while reporting to the Associate Director, PSDP Services.
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake the role of Project Supervisor Design Process (PSDP) across a diverse portfolio of projects.
- Advise clients, designers, and project teams on their duties under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations.
- Lead the identification, assessment, elimination, and mitigation of design-related hazards and risks.
- Prepare and maintain Design Risk Registers, Preliminary Safety & Health Plans, and associated PSDP documentation.
- Coordinate the activities of designers and promote effective cooperation between all project stakeholders.
- Liaise with PSCSs, contractors, specialist consultants, and temporary works designers throughout project delivery.
- Attend design team, client, and site meetings as required to support compliance with health and safety obligations.
- Prepare, coordinate, and issue Safety Files in accordance with statutory requirements.
- Monitor and promote compliance with internal quality management and PSDP procedures.
- Contribute to the ongoing development and continuous improvement of PSDP systems, standards, and best practices.
- Support the growth and development of PSDP services across the business.
What We’re Looking For
- 5 years’ experience in construction, engineering, architecture, or a related design or health & safety discipline.
- Proven experience undertaking PSDP and/or PSCS responsibilities, with recognised PSDP training completed.
- Demonstrated experience in design risk management and the coordination of designers under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations.
- Strong understanding of architectural and engineering drawings, construction methodologies, and site operations.
- Ability to identify, assess, and communicate design-related hazards and risk mitigation measures throughout the project lifecycle.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, report-writing, and IT skills, including proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
- Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Full clean driving licence and access to a vehicle for project-related travel.
Qualifications
- Third-level qualification in relevant Safety, Health & Welfare (e.g. HDip SHWW, CSHWW, Diploma in Occupational Safety & Health, or design/construction equivalent).
- Chartered status, or working towards chartership, with IOSH, Engineers Ireland (IEI), RIAI, SCSI, APS, or an equivalent professional body.
- Recognised PSDP training completed (e.g. Engineers Ireland PSDP Course, IOSH PSDP Training, or equivalent).
- Construction-related qualifications and experience will be considered.
- Design-related qualifications and experience will be considered, provided a suitable Safety, Health & Welfare qualification has been attained.
- Qualifications in engineering, architecture, surveying, construction management, project management, or health & safety are desirable.
Why Join Us?
- Join a collaborative and supportive team with a strong reputation in design and construction health & safety.
- Work on high-profile projects across the Education, Healthcare, Residential, Commercial, and Public sectors.
- Take ownership of projects and play a key role in influencing health and safety outcomes from concept through to completion.
- Benefit from ongoing professional development, mentoring, and clear career progression opportunities.
Reddy Architecture & Urbanism is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.