Project Manager/ Employers Agent

Job title: Project Manager / Contract Administrator (CA/EA)

Pay: £70,000 - £85,000

Location: London-based projects, with occasional travel required

O'Neill and Brennan are currently recruiting for a leading consultancy who are seeking an experienced Project Manager and Contract Administrator/Employers Agent (CA/EA) to join their central south major works team. This is a full-time position ideally suited to a candidate with a minimum of five years' practical experience in a similar role, particularly within façade remedial works or complex refurbishment projects.

As Project Manager, you will oversee a portfolio of projects typically ranging from £1m to £20m , primarily let under JCT Design & Build contracts . You’ll play a key role in managing delivery across all project stages, from technical design and procurement through to completion and client handover.

The successful candidate will be technically strong, client-focused, and capable of managing multiple projects at varying stages while contributing to the growth and management of client relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as Project Manager and/or Employers Agent on major façade and remedial works projects.

• Manage procurement processes and contract administration duties under JCT D&B contracts.

• Prepare and report against project programmes.

• Lead client meetings and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.

• Produce technical documentation and oversee technical design reviews.

• Administer change control and manage risk and compliance procedures.

• Support business development through client relationship building and proposal input.

• Ensure compliance with CDM 2015 Regulations and relevant health and safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have:

• At least 5 years of experience in a similar project management or CA/EA role.

• Strong understanding of building construction techniques and building pathology .

• Demonstrated experience in contract administration under JCT forms of contract.

• Sound knowledge of warranties, bonds , and construction insurances.

• Familiarity with Building Regulations , planning application processes , and CDM2015 .

• Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills.

• High level of commercial awareness and ability to manage change and risk.

Desirable Attributes:

• A flexible and proactive approach with a willingness to take ownership.

• Strong report writing and documentation skills.

• Good interpersonal and listening skills.

• A team-oriented mindset with the drive to contribute to wider business growth.

If you are a technically capable and client-focused Project Manager looking to progress your career within a forward-thinking, growing business, we encourage you to apply with your most up-to-date CV.