Senior Project Manager

JR United Kingdom; Newport; On-site; GBP 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Newport is looking for a Senior Employer’s Agent to oversee new build residential projects. The successful candidate will manage delivery, liaise with stakeholders, and ensure quality targets are met. Offering up to £68,000 DOE, this role provides flexible working, including two days WFH. Ideal for professionals in Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying, or Project Management seeking career progression in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday

3 extra days for Christmas Shutdown

Flexitime

Childcare benefits

Health support

RICS and CPD support

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Employer’s Agent or Project Management services on housing developments.
• Proven experience acting as an Employer’s Agent within the residential development sector.

Responsibilities

• Acting as Employer’s Agent during delivery, ensuring time, cost, and quality targets are achieved.
• Chairing project meetings and producing client reports.
• Overseeing contract administration under JCT and bespoke development agreements.
• Managing handover and post-completion activities including defects and final accounts.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Education

Background in Quantity Surveying

Background in Building Surveying

Background in Project Management

Job description

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Residential Development

Bristol

Up to £68,000 DOE + 25 days holiday + 3 extra days for Christmas Shutdown + BH + flexitime + 2 days WFH + childcare benefits + health + RICS and CPD support

A leading consultancy is seeking a Senior Employer’s Agent to join their growing team and deliver a portfolio of exciting new build residential projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to take ownership of schemes for Local Authorities, Housing Associations, and Private Developers, while benefiting from flexible working arrangements and strong career progression.

This is an opportunity to be involved in projects from the earliest stages helping to shape briefs, procure consultant teams, and prepare tender packages. overseeing delivery, managing contractors, and ensuring successful handover. This role will suit a Quantity Surveyor, Building Surveyor, or Project Manager with proven experience acting as an Employer’s Agent within the residential development sector.

The consultancy is known for its collaborative culture and commitment to professional development. With hybrid working (two days WFH) and flexible hours, this role offers meaningful work / life balance.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity working for an employer which understands what job satisfaction means allowing you to reach your full potential and have exposure to high-profile housing projects that make a real impact in local communities.

Responsibilities:

• Acting as Employer’s Agent during delivery, ensuring time, cost, and quality targets are achieved.
• Chairing project meetings and producing client reports.
• Overseeing contract administration under JCT and bespoke development agreements.
• Managing handover and post-completion activities including defects and final accounts.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience delivering Employer’s Agent or Project Management services on housing developments.
• Background in Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying, or Project Management.
• Client-facing and stakeholder management skills.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional to join a consultancy where they will be supported, trusted, and given the platform to grow.