Assistant Employer's Agent / Project Manager - (JPC-32)

ZipRecruiter; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Assistant Employer’s Agent / Project Manager to support project delivery in the residential and mixed-use sector. The role involves working closely with clients and stakeholders, ensuring compliance and effective communication throughout the project lifecycle. Ideal candidates will have a degree, technical knowledge, and strong client-facing skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to various exciting projects.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus incentive

Pension contributions

Private medical insurance

28 days holiday (incl Bank Holidays)

1 day off for birthday

Professional Subscriptions

Qualifications

• Previous office work, preferably within a construction setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager/Employer’s Agent in project delivery.
• Liaise closely with Clients, Contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Take minutes in meetings and understand discussion points.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Technical knowledge

Education

Degree level qualification

Job description

Job Description

Overview

Our client is seeking an Assistant Employer’s Agent / Project Manager to incorporate assisting the Project Manager/Employer’s Agent in delivery of Projects for a variety of Clients.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team, working on a variety of projects within the residential and mixed-use sector. If you have a good technical knowledge, excellent client-facing skills, and experience in project delivery, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Duties

• Work within a small team, reporting directly to the Team Leader/Delivery Director.

Experience & Qualifications

• Preferably a degree level qualification (other qualifications will be considered). Previous office work, preferably within a construction setting.

Skills, Knowledge and Understanding

• Liaise closely with Clients, Contractors, Developers, Clerk of Works and other key stakeholders.
• Begin to understand the requirements of Housing Associations and Local Authorities and how they differ as Clients.
• Develop and understanding of the requirements of your role as EA/PM within the business with close collaboration with your manager/team leader.
• Begin to advise clients on matters arising on schemes.
• Taking minutes in meetings and understanding the context of discussion points.
• Understand key deliverables within your contract to ensure the Client gets the information they need.

Pre-Contract Procedures & Administration

• Pre-Contract Procedures and Admin.
• Assist with discussions with Contractors, Developers, Clients and Stakeholders.
• Take Pre-Contract minutes.
• Develop and understand the brief along with your Team Leader to assist scheme delivery.
• Preparation of Notices, Certificates and Payments.
• Carry out key reviews to identify scheme compliance vs key criteria.
• Assist with NDSS assessments.
• Assist with drawing reviews.
• Cost Benchmarking understanding.
• Assist with the tender processes and procurement of key consultants.

Post-Contract Procedure

• Take progress meeting minutes.
• Post-Contract Procedures and Admin.
• Continue with the above actions in to Contract.
• Carry out interim site inspections.
• Carry out snagging and de-snagging inspections.
• Carry out handover inspections ensuring successful Client delivery.
• Developing Client relationships with Project Managers.
• Follow the Client QMS to ensure standardised delivery.
• Carry out End of Defects inspections.
• Assist with the issue and agreement of Final Accounts/Statements.

Clients:

• Developers
• Housing Associations
• Local Authorities
• Registered Providers

All based in South/SE London, Kent, Essex, Surrey, Sussex and Hampshire

Rewards and Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Discretionary bonus incentive
• Pension contributions
• Private medical insurance
• 28 days holiday (incl Bank Holidays)
• 3-4 days during Xmas period
• 1 day off for birthday
• Professional Subscriptions

Salary

£35,000 - £45,000 per annum