At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead projects as Employer's Agent, chair meetings, and monitor contractor progress.
- Company: Dynamic company committed to nurturing talent and career growth.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, enhanced leave, sponsorship for qualifications, and more!
- Other info: Structured apprenticeships and career development pathways available.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and make a real impact in residential development.
- Qualifications: Full UK driving licence, Level 6 construction qualification, or 5 years relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Location: Orpington (hybrid)
Hours: 35 per week
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team of Employer's Agents/Project Managers in our Head Office.
The role
You will provide support to the existing team of Employer’s Agents, as well as being the lead Employer’s Agent on small residential schemes. You will be working under JCT Design and Build Contracts, as well as Bespoke Development Agreements. The projects are sited throughout Kent, East Sussex, London and the surrounding areas, so it's critical that you have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle.
What you'll be doing
- Act as Employer’s Agent for project delivery, which requires:
- Chairing meetings, taking minutes and following up action plans
- Action site visits to monitor contractor progress
- Action site valuations, analysing contractor applications
- Issuing change instructions
- Analysing project delays and dealing with requests for extensions of time
- Issuing all contractual notices, statements and certificates
- Final account management
- Management of defects rectification period
- Assist colleagues on complicated projects as part of a delivery team.
- Help colleagues deliver peak workload requirements, such as handover of multiple properties.
What you'll need
Qualifications
- Full UK Drivers Licence and access to a suitable vehicle during working hours
- Level 6 qualification in a construction‑related subject
- Membership of RICS or CIOB (or registered upon the RICS APC) OR minimum of 5 years relevant experience
Knowledge
- Experience in UK residential development
- Knowledge of the JCT D&B 2016 and 2024 contract
- Understanding of development control and funding/delivery standards within the housing sector
Skills
- Good interpersonal skills, able to interact with colleagues, clients and wider team in a professional manner
- Diligent with attention to detail
- Able to think ahead and problem solve
- Able to work within a team and undertake basic functions autonomously, while recognising when additional or senior input is required
- Ability to identify aspects of risk and seek guidance from senior colleagues at the correct time to manage and mitigate such risks
- A desire to progress
What we offer
People are at the heart of everything we do, which is why we invest in them at every stage of their career. We are proud to hold the Investors in People Gold award, which we believe demonstrates our commitment to nurturing our people. Structured Apprenticeships and work experience opportunities are available across the organisation to support those at the beginning of their careers. We also have career development pathways to help you understand and structure your professional development. We provide a range of benefits including hybrid working, the option to buy and sell annual leave, enhanced annual leave for long service, sponsorship for qualifications, a recruitment referral bonus scheme, enhanced family leave policies, an employee assistance programme, and more!
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and are committed to supporting the principles of equality of opportunity in employment, training, and service delivery.
Employer's Agent/ Project Manager in Orpington employer: calfordseaden LLP
Join our dynamic team in Orpington as an Employer's Agent/Project Manager, where we prioritise the growth and well-being of our employees. With a strong commitment to professional development, including structured apprenticeships and career pathways, we offer a supportive work culture that values collaboration and innovation. Enjoy the benefits of hybrid working, enhanced leave policies, and a range of employee support initiatives, making us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in the construction sector.
