Head of Construction Health and Safety – Client Side Full Time NEW

Irwin & Colton

Head of Construction Health and Safety – Client Side
Salary: circa 105,000 plus benefits
Location: London

Are you an experienced H&S leader with a strong construction background?
Do you want to drive safety standards on major building projects and construction sites?

We are seeking to identify a new Head of Construction Health and Safety to join a leading real estate developer/owner, committed to delivering large-scale, complex projects safely and efficiently. This role will put you at the forefront of health and safety management across multiple active construction sites, whilst managing a team and reporting to the Group Director.

Key Responsibilities for this role will be:

• Oversee safety strategies and implement H&S policies tailored for high-profile construction projects
• Lead site safety teams, ensuring adherence to all UK health and safety legislation and industry standards
• Oversee risk assessments, site audits, and safety inspections across diverse construction environments
• Investigate major incidents and accidents, supporting site teams to implement corrective measures
• Promote a culture of safety excellence among construction managers, subcontractors, and site personnel
• Liaise with project managers and clients on safety planning and compliance

Candidate Requirements:

• NEBOSH Diploma / equivalent (ideally CMIOSH)
• Extensive experience leading construction health and safety for large or complex projects (client side or tier 1 PC)
• In-depth knowledge of construction-specific H&S legislation, regulations, and best practices
• Proven ability to manage safety on multiple active sites simultaneously
• Strong leadership and communication skills, capable of influencing at all levels of site teams and senior management

Join this organisation to shape safety standards on transformative construction projects. This role offers the chance to make a tangible impact in a fast-paced environment with significant career progression.

To discuss further or apply, please contact Matthew Cathcart on or call (phone number removed).

Irwin and Colton are a specialist Health and Safety recruitment company, based in the South East of England. We recruit across the UK. We recruit all roles in the health and safety industry from Health and Safety Manager, Health and Safety Director through to Health and Safety Advisor positions.

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