Graduate Employers Agent / Project Manager
Location: Orpington
Reports to: Partner
About Us
Faithorn Farrell Timms is a nationally recognised, award-winning consultancy known for excellence in the social housing and public sectors. We’re proud of our reputation for delivering outstanding services, fostering innovation, and building long-term client relationships. Our work enhances communities by ensuring buildings are not only fit for purpose but improve the lives of those who use them.
Role Overview
As a Graduate Employer’s Agent / Project Manager, you will support the delivery of a variety of construction projects under the guidance of senior team members. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your technical and contractual knowledge while gaining hands-on experience in project management and client liaison.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in client liaison, including preparing presentations, project programmes, and supporting communication on matters affecting service delivery.
- Support senior staff in acting as Employer’s Agent or Contract Administrator on projects using standard forms of contract (e.g., JCT Design & Build).
- Help prepare tender documentation, analyse tender returns, and contribute to tender reports.
- Assist in drafting Specifications, Employer’s Requirements, and preliminary documents.
- Support contract administration tasks, including compiling building contracts and development agreements.
- Attend and take minutes at project meetings, ensuring accurate records and follow-up actions.
- Assist in appointing and coordinating the professional team and monitoring their performance.
- Carry out site visits with senior staff and prepare inspection reports.
- Contribute to initial appraisals, feasibility studies, and outline design proposals, including budget estimates.
- Support interim valuation procedures and assist with agreeing final accounts.
- Participate in end-of-defects inspections and reporting.
Note: This is a developmental role, and you will receive training and mentoring to progress towards managing projects independently.
Skills and Qualifications
- Degree in Building Surveying, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or Project Management.
- Interest in working towards professional accreditation (RICS, CIOB, or equivalent).
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with project management tools is desirable.
Key Competencies
- Communication: clear and professional communication with clients and team members
- Problem Solving: ability to identify issues and seek guidance to resolve them
- Project Support: organised and proactive in supporting project delivery
- Stakeholder Management: professional approach to building relationships with clients and consultants.
Why Join FFT?
- Be part of a respected and forward-thinking practice.
- Work on meaningful projects that impact communities.
- Enjoy a supportive and collaborative team culture.
- Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
