Building Safety - Project Manager (JPC-62)

ZipRecruiter; Sidcup; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building consultancy is seeking a Project Manager/Employer’s Agent to manage high-risk cladding remediation projects across London. This role requires overseeing schemes valued between £1 million and £10 million, ensuring compliance with the Building Safety Act. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in project management with a strong focus on building safety, excellent communication skills, and the ability to mentor juniors. A competitive salary of £55,000 - £65,000 is offered.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Staff profit-share bonus scheme

Company pension contribution

Payment of one professional body membership

Life insurance cover

Flexible working options

Free on-site car parking

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years’ post-graduate experience in Project Management.
• Proven track record delivering high-risk building works.
• Experience managing project teams and reporting performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of cladding replacement and fire improvement projects.
• Act as Employer’s Agent and Project Manager.
• Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act.

Skills

Organisational skills

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team management

Education

MRICS, FRICS, MAPM, CHPP or MCIOB qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Description

Overview

Our client is a well-established building consultancy. They’re expanding their specialist Building Safety Team and need a Project Manager/Employer’s Agent to lead high-risk cladding remediation and fire improvement works across London and the South East. You’ll oversee schemes valued between £1 million and £10 million, from pre-contract planning through post-contract completion, ensuring full compliance with the Building Safety Act.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of cladding replacement and fire improvement projects.
• Act as Employer’s Agent and Project Manager, managing all pre- and post-contract activities.
• Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act on high-risk buildings.
• Report directly to the Project Management Partner, Luke Turner.
• Maintain project documentation, budgets, programmes, and risk registers.
• Drive client development through networking, business development, and bid submissions.
• Identify and develop new commercial opportunities.
• Manage, mentor, and train junior team members and graduates.
• Monitor and report team performance to senior management.
• Use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project to produce reports and presentations.

Sectors & Clients

• High-rise residential and mixed-use developments across London and the South East
• Building Safety and Fire Improvement works, including cladding remediation
• Public and private sector landlords, housing associations, and commercial developers

Ideal Candidate Profile

• MRICS, FRICS, MAPM, CHPP, or MCIOB qualified with a minimum of four years’ post-graduate experience in Project Management, Employer’s Agent, and Contract Administration
• OR at least ten years’ demonstrable experience in construction project management, with significant exposure to building safety and cladding projects
• Proven track record delivering high-risk building works under the Building Safety Act
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Strong client relationship skills and business development acumen
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities
• Proactive problem-solver who drives issues through to resolution
• Experience managing project teams and reporting performance metrics
• Proven mentoring and training experience for juniors and graduates
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car (highly desirable)

Rewards & Benefits

• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Staff profit-share bonus scheme
• Company pension contribution
• Payment of one professional body membership
• Life insurance cover
• Free on-site car parking
• Flexible working: up to 40% home-working post-probation, with full IT setup support
• Regular social events (Summer and Christmas) and charity challenge participation
• A collaborative culture with excellent staff retention

Salary

£55,000 - £65,000 (negotiable against experience)