Employers Agent

We are working with a forward-thinking development team and are seeking an ambitious, commercially aware Employers Agent to support the delivery of a diverse pipeline of residential projects across the region. This role offers the opportunity to take a leading position in the delivery of affordable housing and Build to Rent schemes, ranging from small developments through to large, high-quality neighbourhoods of up to 350 homes.

These projects are anything but standard. You'll be involved in schemes that embrace Zero Carbon, Zero Energy Bills, Passivhaus principles, and a wide range of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) - helping to drive innovation and best practice throughout the development lifecycle.

This position is ideal for a proactive and strategic professional who enjoys shaping delivery strategies, managing complex programmes, and ensuring that projects achieve exceptional outcomes in sustainability, quality and value.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as Employers Agent on a range of residential development projects.
• Support and influence project strategy from early stages through to completion.
• Lead on contract administration, procurement and programme management.
• Manage risk, proactively identify challenges and drive effective solutions.
• Maintain strong working relationships with contractors, consultants and stakeholders.
• Ensure all developments meet exacting standards around sustainability, compliance, quality and cost.

Skills & Experience

• Relevant degree and working towards APC / RICS accreditation.
• Minimum 2 years' surveying or project consultancy experience.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
• Capable of strategic thinking with strong commercial and risk awareness.
• Confident in decision-making, relationship management and constructive challenge.

Package & Benefits

• £60,000 - £70,000 salary (negotiable depending on experience)
• Generous holiday allowance & sick pay
• Private healthcare
• Pension scheme
• Company mobile & laptop
• Payment of professional membership fees & CPD support
• Additional perks including annual social events and car valeting