Project Manager / Employer's Agent

Celnor Group; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentive

Pension contributions

Private medical insurance

28 days holiday including bank holiday

Birthday day off

Extra time off over Christmas

Professional subscriptions paid by the

Job summary

Airey Miller, part of the Celnor Group, is seeking a Project Manager / Employer's Agent to join our Cambridge team. You will lead projects from inception through to completion, acting as the main client contact and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams on residential, mixed-use and regeneration schemes.

Reporting to the Team Leader, you will manage pre-contract investigations, prepare Employer's Requirements, and oversee tendering, contracts and payments across a portfolio spanning housing

Qualifications

• Minimum three years' post-graduate experience in construction.
• Experience delivering residential, mixed-use or regeneration projects.
• Strong knowledge of Project Management and Employer's Agent duties.
• Knowledge of JCT contracts and pre-construction service agreements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from inception to completion as Project Manager and Employer's Agent.
• Be primary client contact with stakeholders.
• Coordinate consultants and project teams for delivery.
• Manage pre-contract investigations, surveys and due diligence.
• Prepare Employer's Requirements, performance specs, build agreements and JCT contracts.
• Oversee tender processes and reporting.
• Maintain programmes, risk registers and action trackers.
• Conduct site inspections and monitor progress.
• Manage payments and final accounts.

Skills

Construction experience

Residential/mixed-use projects

PM & EA responsibilities

JCT contracts knowledge

Stakeholder management

Multitasking

Site-based delivery

Organisational skills

Project controls

Job description

Project Manager / Employer's Agent

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Cambridge

Compensation: £45,000 - £50,000 / year

Description

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

Location: Cambridge

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 / year

About Us

Established in 1995, Airey Miller is a multi-discipline property and construction consultancy, delivering professional services to public and private sector developers, housing providers and asset owners.

We provide expertise across project management, employer's agent services, building safety, fire engineering and technical consultancy. Known for building strong relationships and providing practical advice, we support clients from project inception through to completion.

Part of the Celnor Group

Celnor Group is a UK-based environmental services group operating across the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance (TICC) landscape. With a growing portfolio of specialist businesses, Celnor provides essential services that protect people, property and the environment.

While each business retains its own identity, culture and technical specialism, all are supported by a central group function that invests in people, systems and long-term sustainable growth.

About the Role

We are seeking a Project Manager / Employer's Agent to join our Cambridge team. This role offers the opportunity to take projects from inception through to completion, acting as the key client contact and leading project delivery across a range of residential, mixed-use, regeneration and land-led developments.

Working within a small team and reporting directly to the Team Leader / Delivery Director, you will manage projects on behalf of housing associations, local authorities and developers across the Northern Home Counties, South Midlands, Essex and Suffolk.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who enjoys taking ownership of projects, building strong client relationships and contributing to successful project outcomes from pre-contract stages through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage projects from inception through to completion as Project Manager and Employer's Agent
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and key stakeholders
• Coordinate consultants and project teams to ensure successful project delivery
• Manage pre-contract investigations, surveys and due diligence activities
• Chair and minute project and pre-contract meetings
• Prepare Employer's Requirements, performance specifications, build agreements and JCT contracts
• Manage tender processes including single and two-stage procurement exercises
• Produce tender reports, value for money reports and project documentation
• Maintain project programmes, risk registers and action trackers
• Undertake site inspections and monitor construction progress
• Chair and minute site meetings
• Assess contractor payment applications and issue payment notices
• Monitor defects, manage handovers and oversee practical completion processes
• Prepare final accounts and project close-out documentation

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

• Minimum three years' post-graduate experience in a construction-related discipline
• Experience delivering residential, mixed-use, regeneration, land-led or remediation projectsStrong understanding of Project Management and Employer's Agent responsibilities
• Knowledge of JCT contracts and pre-construction service agreements
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
• Understanding of construction delivery and site-based processes
• Strong organisational and reporting skills
• Ability to manage project programmes, risk registers and project controls

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a professional and client-focused individual who can build trusted relationships and confidently manage projects through all stages of delivery.

The successful candidate will be organised, commercially aware and able to manage competing priorities while maintaining high standards of service. You will enjoy working collaboratively with clients, contractors and consultants while taking ownership of project outcomes.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a salary of £45,000 - £50,000 / year and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Bonus incentive
• Pension contributions
• Private medical insurance
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• One additional day off for your birthday
• Additional time off over the Christmas period
• Professional subscriptions paid by the company

Airey Miller is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can succeed.

Important information

Celnor Group and its businesses manage recruitment directly. We do not require agency support for this role and will only engage with recruitment partners from our preferred supplier list where necessary.

We may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to support parts of the recruitment process. AI is not used for candidate screening, scoring or hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by people, for people. Our recruitment systems are ISO 42001 accredited, reflecting our commitment to ethical, transparent and responsible use of technology.