Project Assistant

Konker; Romsey; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Graduate Employer's Agent to join their Romsey team. This role offers support in delivering new build and retrofit housing projects, with a focus on professional development and RICS chartership. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate in Construction, Surveying, or Project Management. Benefits include a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a vibrant culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £27,000

25 days holiday + 3 extra for Christmas shutdown

Flexitime and 2 days WFH

RICS and CPD support

Laptop and mobile provided

Vibrant work culture

Qualifications

• Degree or qualification in relevant discipline required.
• Ambition to progress towards RICS chartership.
• Local to Romsey and valid UK work rights.

Responsibilities

• Support senior Employer's Agents with project delivery.
• Attend and minute project progress meetings.
• Assist in reporting on project time, cost, and quality.
• Support pre-handover inspections and post-completion duties.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

Degree in Project Management, Construction, or Surveying

Job description

Overview

Graduate Employers Agent

Romsey

Up to £27,000 + 25 days holiday + 3 extra days for Christmas shutdown + BH (36 days in total) + flexitime + 2 days WFH + RICS and CPD support + laptop + mobile + incredible vibrant culture

A leading consultancy is seeking a Graduate Employer's Agent to join their growing Southampton team and support the delivery of both new build residential projects and retrofit housing schemes for Housing Associations, Local Authorities, and Developers.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate in Construction, Surveying, or Project Management to gain structured development, hands on experience, and full support towards professional chartership (RICS).

You will initially work alongside senior Employer's Agents, assisting with the administration of design & build and retrofit contracts, attending site meetings, and managing post contract activities. Over time, you\'ll develop the skills and confidence to take on projects independently, providing a clear career pathway within a collaborative consultancy.

This family founded SME consultancy of 24 is known for its supportive culture and commitment to professional growth. With hybrid working (two days WFH), flexible hours, and exposure to meaningful housing and retrofit projects, this role offers the ideal foundation to build a long-term career.

Responsibilities

• Supporting senior Employer's Agents with project delivery under JCT and bespoke agreements


• Attending and minuting progress meetings, proactively managing project actions


• Assisting with reporting on time, cost, and quality to clients


• Supporting the handover process, including pre-handover inspections


• Assisting with post-completion duties such as defects management, final accounts, and Building Manual audits


• Gaining exposure to retrofit projects, helping to deliver sustainable housing improvements alongside new build developments

Requirements

• Degree / Qualification in Project Management Construction, Surveying, or a related discipline


• Full UK driving licence and access to a car (site visits required across the South)


• Ambition to progress professionally and work towards RICS chartership


• Local to Romsey with full right to work in the UK

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious graduate to join a consultancy that values development, supports RICS progression, and offers a clear platform to grow into a qualified Employer's Agent, with the chance to gain invaluable experience across both new build and retrofit housing projects.