Project Manager / Employers Agent

Maidstone, Kent
ITC

A very well-established, privately owned, multi-disciplined Building Consultancy, with an enviable culture and very low staff turn-over. Due to their continued strong pipe-line of work, primarily from long-term clients, they are now keen to secure an ambitious Project Manager / Employers Agent. Working across a range of sectors with retail being their speciality. The HQ is based in Kent and they offer flexible / hybrid working.

Essential Requirements:

Experience: Minimum 2-3 years of experience as a Project Manager / Employer’s Agent, preferably within the retail sector.

Industry Knowledge: Understanding of retail refurbishment projects, with experience in food retail projects being highly desirable. However experience as a PM/EA or similar role in other construction sectors will also be considered.

Qualifications:

• Ideally Degree or equivalent qualification in Construction Management, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline. However relevant experience will also be considered.
• Working towards or holding professional membership with RICS, CIOB, APM, or similar would be advantageous but not essential

Project Management Skills:

• Ability to manage multiple refurbishment projects concurrently.
• Strong understanding of project lifecycle, from feasibility to completion.
• Experience in managing budgets, schedules, and risks.
• Competence in administering building contracts (JCT preferred).

Client and Stakeholder Management:

• Ability to act as Employer’s Agent, ensuring the client’s requirements are met.
• Experience in liaising with retail clients, contractors, consultants, and local authorities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asta Powerproject) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of Health & Safety and CDM regulations.

Personal Attributes:

• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced retail refurbishment environment.
• Ability to travel to project sites as required.

Desirable Requirements:

• Food Retail Experience: Prior experience working on food retail refurbishment projects.
• Contract Administration: Experience in administering JCT Design & Build contracts.

Other Considerations:

• Must have a valid UK driving licence and be willing to travel across project sites.
• Must have the right to work in the UK
• Flexible working approach to accommodate project demands and client requirements.

Please contact me in the strictest confidence for more details.