London, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
calfordseaden is a leading multi-disciplinary construction and property consultancy. We provide a comprehensive range of services across the built environment, including Architecture, Building Information Management (BIM…
Skills: Project Management, Employer's Agent, JCT Design and Build Contracts, Site Valuations, Contractual Notices
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Act as the Employer's Agent for residential schemes, managing project delivery through site visits, valuations, and contractual notices. Responsibilities include chairing meetings, managing final accounts, and overseeing the defects rectification period.
Requires a Level 6 construction-related qualification and membership of RICS or CIOB, or a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are mandatory for site visits across Kent, East Sussex, and London.
calfordseaden is a leading multi-disciplinary construction and property consultancy. We provide a comprehensive range of services across the built environment, including Architecture, Building Information Management (BIM), Building Safety, Engineering, Fire Safety, Health and Safety, Surveying, Sustainability, and more.
We've an exciting opportunity to join our team of Employer's Agents/Project Managers in our Head Office.
You will provide support to the existing team of Employer’s Agents, as well as being the lead Employer’s Agent on small residential schemes. You will be working under JCT Design and Build Contracts, as well as Bespoke Development Agreements. The projects are sited throughout Kent, East Sussex, London and the surrounding areas, so it's critical that you have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Acting as Employer’s Agent for the delivery of the project(s) which will require:
Chairing meetings, taking minutes and following up action plans
Actioning site visits to monitor contractor progress
Actioning site valuations, analysing contractor applications
Issuing change instructions
Analysing project delays and dealing with requests for extensions of time
Issuing all contractual notices, statements and certificates
Final account management
Management of the defects rectification period
Assisting colleagues on complicated projects as part of a delivery team.
Helping colleagues deliver peak workload requirements, such as handover of multiple properties.
Qualifications
Full UK Drivers Licence and access to a suitable vehicle during working hours
Level 6 qualification in a construction related subject
Membership of RICS or CIOB (or registered upon the RICS APC) OR, minimum of 5 years relevant experience
Knowledge
Experience in UK residential development
A knowledge of the JCT D&B 2016 and 2024 contract
An understanding of development control and funding/delivery standards within the housing sector
Skills
Good interpersonal skills, able to interact with colleagues, clients and wider team in a professional manner
Diligent with attention to detail
Able to think ahead and problem solve
Able to work within a team and an ability to undertake basic functions autonomously, whilst recognising when additional or senior input is required
An ability to identify aspects of risk and to seek guidance from senior colleagues at the correct time to manage and mitigate such risks
A desire to progress.
People are at the heart of everything we do, which is why we invest in them at every stage of their career. We are proud to hold the Investors in People Gold award, which we believe demonstrates our commitment to nurturing our people. Structured Apprenticeships and work experience opportunities are available across the organisation to support those at the beginning of their careers. We also have career development pathways to help you understand and structure your professional development.
We provide a range of benefits including hybrid working, the option to buy and sell annual leave, enhanced annual leave for long service, sponsorship for qualifications, a recruitment referral bonus scheme, enhanced family leave policies, an employee assistance programme, and more!
We’re a multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy with offices in Orpington, London, Birmingham, Essex, Cambridge, and Hampshire. With 85 years of experience of delivering award-winning projects across all major sectors, we’re committed to making a positive difference in the communities we serve.
Our vision is to be identified as a trusted client advisor; national in reach, local in service, and selected for our quality and expertise in the built environment. Our brilliant team consists of individuals who are passionate about delivering the best results and continuously demonstrate why our clients choose us to help bring their projects to life. You can find out more about our work on our website www.calfordseaden.com
Our values are integral in everything we do. They shape the way we work with clients and each other. Our values are:
Collaboration - Being one team and supporting each other to achieve the best results and maximise our potential.
Authenticity - Being true to ourselves and others and celebrating our differences.
Giving Back - Recognizing and embracing the need for our work to have a positive social impact.
Excellence - Striving to be up with the best and at the forefront of what we do.
Support - Providing investment, encouragement and support to bring out the best in our People.
Integrity - Being honest and doing the right thing
If you are a talented individual, with a commercial mind, and align to our values, please apply. If this job isn’t quite right for you but you would like to start or progress a career within our construction consultancy, please connect with us so you can be notified about relevant future vacancies.
calfordseaden is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to supporting the principles of equality of opportunity in employment, training, and service delivery.
We are an award-winning multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy.
We are an award-winning multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy with offices in London, Birmingham, Cambridge, Essex, Hampshire, and Kent. We deliver a comprehensive, holistic, and multi-disciplinary approach to help every project reach its full potential. Our expertise spans across the built environment, including Architecture, Engineering, Surveying, Sustainability, and more. Additionally, we support clients in navigating their responsibilities under new regulations. Through our Building Safety Act and Fire Safety services, we promote compliance and uphold the highest standards of building safety. Everyone across the practice plays an integral role in the successful delivery of a consistently high quality service. Ultimately, it’s our people that make the difference.
Offices: St John's House, 1a Knoll Rise, Orpington, Kent BR6 0JX, GB · All Offices, London, Birmingham, Cambridge, Essex, Hampshire, Kent, GB · Wessex Way, Colden Common, Winchester, Hampshire SO21 1WP, GB · Stewart Court, 214a Hagley Court, Edbaston, Birmingham B16 9PH, GB · King's Head Yard, Borough High Street, London, SE1 1NA, GB
We are an award-winning multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy.
We are an award-winning multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy with offices in London, Birmingham, Cambridge, Essex, Hampshire, and Kent. We deliver a comprehensive, holistic, and multi-disciplinary approach to help every project reach its full potential. Our expertise spans across the built environment, including Architecture, Engineering, Surveying, Sustainability, and more. Additionally, we support clients in navigating their responsibilities under new regulations. Through our Building Safety Act and Fire Safety services, we promote compliance and uphold the highest standards of building safety. Everyone across the practice plays an integral role in the successful delivery of a consistently high quality service. Ultimately, it’s our people that make the difference.
Offices: St John's House, 1a Knoll Rise, Orpington, Kent BR6 0JX, GB · All Offices, London, Birmingham, Cambridge, Essex, Hampshire, Kent, GB · Wessex Way, Colden Common, Winchester, Hampshire SO21 1WP, GB · Stewart Court, 214a Hagley Court, Edbaston, Birmingham B16 9PH, GB · King's Head Yard, Borough High Street, London, SE1 1NA, GB
