Assistant Project Manager / Employers Agent

Michael Page; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Assistant Project Manager / Employers Agent in Cambridge to support diverse construction projects from inception to completion. You will coordinate with clients, contractors and stakeholders to maintain progress, while applying JCT contract knowledge and Employers Agent duties.

The role offers a permanent position with a clear focus on project delivery, compliance, and timely reporting across public sector, education and residential schemes.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management within construction.
• Knowledge of the JCT form of contract and Employers Agent duties.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• MAPM or MCIOB (or working towards them).
• Familiarity with public sector, education, residential or student accommodation projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing construction projects from inception to completion.
• Act as Employers Agent on various schemes, ensuring compliance with the JCT form of contract.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to maintain communication and progress updates.
• Support project planning, budget management, and risk assessments.
• Prepare and review project documentation and reports.
• Ensure projects adhere to required standards and timelines.
• Contribute to the delivery of public sector, education, residential, and student accommodation projects.
• Provide guidance on construction delivery and technical aspects.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organisational skills

Employers Agent duties

Education

MAPM

MCIOB

Tools

JCT knowledge

Job description

As an Assistant Project Manager / Employers Agent in the construction industry, you'll support the delivery of diverse projects, including public sector, education, residential, and student accommodation schemes. Based in Cambridge, you'll play a key role in managing construction delivery, ensuring projects run smoothly and meet their objectives.

Client Details

Our client is a leading multi-disciplinary construction and property consultancy based in Cambridge. With over 50 years of experience delivering award-winning projects across all major sectors, they are committed to making a positive difference in the communities they serve.

Description

• Assist in managing construction projects from inception to completion.
• Act as Employers Agent on various schemes, ensuring compliance with the JCT form of contract.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to maintain clear communication and progress updates.
• Support project planning, budget management, and risk assessments.
• Prepare and review project documentation and reports.
• Ensure projects adhere to required standards and timelines.
• Contribute to the delivery of public sector, education, residential, and student accommodation projects.
• Provide guidance on construction delivery and technical aspects.

Profile

A successful Assistant Project Manager / Employers Agent should have:

• Experience in project management within the construction industry.
• Knowledge of the JCT form of contract and Employers Agent duties.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Relevant qualifications such as MAPM or MCIOB (or working towards them).
• Familiarity with public sector, education, residential, or student accommodation projects.

Job Offer

Salary ranging from £35,000 to £45,000, dependent on the level of experience.

• Pension scheme and healthcare benefits.
• Permanent position based in Cambridge.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.