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Senior Employers Agent

Job Description

Senior Employers Agent - Commercial Project (Manchester)
A leading construction and project management firm with a proven track record of successful projects across the UK are seeking a Senior Employers Agent in Manchester to work on a large scale project.
This exciting opportunity is to work on an iconic commercial project setting new standards in sustainability and innovation.

Position Overview:
Your role as Senior Employers Agent will be to oversee a prestigious commercial project in Manchester playing a pivotal role in managing client relationships, coordinating project delivery, and ensuring contractual compliance throughout the construction phase.

Senior Employers Agent Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary point of contact for the client, maintaining strong communication and fostering positive relationships.
• Manage and administer the construction contract in accordance with the Employer's requirements.
• Coordinate with the design teams, contractors, and consultants to ensure project objectives are met within budget and on schedule.
• Oversee procurement activities and provide guidance on contract strategies.
• Monitor project progress, quality, and health & safety compliance, taking proactive measures to resolve issues as they arise.
• Prepare and negotiate variations, valuations, and final accounts.
• Manage risk and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior members of the team, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Building Surveying, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an Employers Agent on commercial construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS, CIOB) is desirable.
• Experience working on projects in the Manchester area is advantageous.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.
• Opportunity to work on landmark projects.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment with a focus on innovation and sustainability.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

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