CDM Health & Safety
Expert support in CDM health & safety and CDM principal designer services
At Baily Garner, we provide expert support in CDM health and safety for construction projects of every scale. Acting as trusted principal designers across the UK, our role is to make sure clients, architects, and contractors fully comply with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) – protecting everyone involved.
Our team of experienced CDM consultants works with you from project concept through to completion, embedding health and safety and design risk management considerations into every stage of the design and build process. By doing so, we help clients minimise risks, meet their legal obligations, and create safer environments for the people who will build, use, and maintain the finished space.
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What we do
We take on the role of principal designer, responsible for planning, monitoring, managing, and coordinating health and safety risks during the pre-construction phase of your project.
Our team provides expert advice and support, guiding you on statutory duties and ensuring that health and safety considerations are effectively integrated and adhered to by all dutyholders. Working with a dedicated CDM advisor gives you confidence in compliance.
We conduct thorough site inspections to monitor health and safety performance, identify potential hazards, and ensure compliance with regulations throughout the construction phase.
We offer tailored training programmes to enhance awareness and understanding of CDM regulations and best practices, empowering project teams to uphold the highest safety standards.
FAQs
From understanding compliance to the benefits of CDM, we’ve answered some of the most common questions around our CDM service.
Contact usOur clients choose us because our experts bring over 10 years of CDM experience plus a background in design, construction, surveying and health & safety. This allows us to seamlessly integrate CDM into multidisciplinary projects nationwide. We are a dynamic, proactive team capable of adapting to diverse sectors and project demands.
Absolutely. Our team is adept at quickly understanding project complexities, taking full ownership, and navigating CDM requirements to alleviate your pain points, even if brought in at the last minute.
We actively work to raise the importance of CDM and simplify its complexities. Our approach is to tailor solutions that are clear and understandable, making sure clients grasp their responsibilities and feel confident in achieving compliance without hassle.
Anyone involved in construction projects benefits from our CDM expertise. We work with developers, construction companies, property managers, and indeed, anyone who needs comprehensive CDM support to ensure safe and compliant project delivery.
Our pricing is bespoke and depends on the specific project. We operate on framework fees for appointed work, and for other projects, we provide separate lump sum pricing based on the complexity, required resources, and programme of your project.
Following CDM 2015 regulations, all construction projects require the appointment of a principal designer. Our London-based team has extensive experience acting as principal designers in London, helping clients across housing, commercial, and public sector projects meet their legal duties.
A principal designer is a statutory duty holder under CDM 2015, responsible for managing health and safety during the pre-construction phase. A CDM advisor supports clients and principal designers by offering specialist guidance, training, and monitoring – ensuring compliance is achieved without unnecessary complexity.
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Recent projects
From ensuring safety on complex new builds to guiding challenging refurbishments, our track record speaks for itself. Take a look at our portfolio to learn more.
Explore projects
Streatfeild House
Uckfield
Baily Garner was commissioned to provide multidisciplinary services for Wealden District Council’s redevelopment of Streatfeild House, delivering 20 affordable, energy-efficient homes that support net-zero goals and enhance biodiversity.
5 Welbeck Street
Marylebone, London
Baily Garner managed CDM duties for the safe refurbishment of a part-occupied commercial building at 5 Welbeck Street, delivering upgraded office space and enhanced end-of-trip facilities while maintaining occupant safety and operational continuity.
Metropolitan Police Office Refurbishment
London
We led the refurbishment of a key MPS building while maintaining full operational use. The modernised layout, enhanced welfare areas and bespoke security upgrades were delivered on time and under budget.
GLF Schools
Multiple sites
Baily Garner supported GLF Schools with a multi-site roof renewal programme, improving thermal performance and delivering long-term value across the trust’s estate.
Our values
We bring our values into all that we do
At Baily Garner, our values are not just statements, they guide how we think, collaborate, and deliver work that truly matters. They’re present in every brief, every conversation, and every outcome we shape.
These values help us stay focused on what matters most: people, progress, and purpose.
Collaborative
We achieve more by working together. Open dialogue, shared accountability, and mutual respect drive better results. We listen actively and partner purposefully to deliver outcomes that reflect the strengths of the entire team.
Supportive
We create environments where people feel empowered. Through empathy, openness, and encouragement, we ensure everyone we work with feels heard, respected, and able to thrive.
Innovative
We challenge assumptions and embrace better ways of working. Through curiosity and continuous learning, we develop smarter solutions that improve efficiency, enhance outcomes, and shape a more resilient built environment.
Ethnical
We make decisions that stand the test of time. Acting with integrity and transparency, we prioritise fairness, accountability, and sustainability in everything we do — for our clients, our colleagues, and the world we build in.
Our clients and partners
Our sectors
We’re proud to serve a vast range of sectors, delivering tailored CDM solutions that meet the unique demands and challenges of each industry.
Residential
From large-scale regeneration to intricate retrofit programmes, Baily Garner is trusted by clients across the UK to deliver residential environments that are sustainable, high quality, and community-led.Find out more
Education
Our team has supported over 19 Multi-Academy Trusts and delivered hundreds of schemes, creating safe, inspiring spaces where students and educators can thrive.Find out more
Care
From residential homes to specialist support facilities, we’ve spent decades delivering safe, supportive spaces designed around the needs of residents, families and staff.Find out more
Commercial
From flexible workspaces to future-facing retail, our commercial projects are built for performance. We deliver creative, functional, and sustainable environments that help businesses thrive and evolve.Find out more
Conservation & Heritage
Preserving the past takes more than technical skill — it takes respect, care, and a deep understanding of context. We work with sensitivity and precision to enhance the UK’s most valued heritage and conservation sites.Find out more
Regeneration & Mixed-Use
We deliver regeneration and mixed-use projects that transform communities. Blending innovative design with sustainable solutions, our multidisciplinary expertise ensures developments meet today’s needs, as well as tomorrow’s.Find out more
Emergency Services
From police stations and fire stations to ambulance hubs and first responder facilities, we create resilient, secure, and efficient environments that support those who keep our communities safe.Find out more
Health
From hospitals and specialised care units to clinics and NHS facilities, our expert construction consultancy is tailored to the complex and evolving needs of the health sector.Find out more
Local & Central Government
We have over 40 years of experience delivering tailored construction consultancy services to local authorities, central government bodies, and public sector clients.Find out more
Leisure & Sport
We deliver exceptional leisure and sports facilities that inspire communities and promote well-being. Our multidisciplinary expertise ensures every project balances innovative design, operational efficiency, and sustainability.Find out more
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the journey
At Baily Garner, we believe lasting, positive impact is built together. Our commitment to sustainable, future-ready design drives every project. Let’s create meaningful change, side by side.
Bring your next project to life
Our cross-disciplinary teams bring deep expertise and a collaborative mindset to take your plans from drawings and make them a reality. Together, we can craft innovative, sustainable spaces that deliver long-term value.
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From first roles to senior leadership, we help people thrive. At Baily Garner, you'll find clear progression, impactful work, and the chance to shape what comes next. Your next career move begins here.
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