Working at OCG

Project Coordinator

Benefits £30,000 – £32,000 + 30 days holiday + Private healthcare

Location Hybrid working pattern 3-4 days in the Littlehampton, West Sussex office 1-2 days from home

Hours 35 hours per week – Part time available

About the role

We are looking for an organised, proactive and detail-focused Project Coordinator to join our Building Consultancy team.

You will provide essential support to project leads, helping to coordinate projects from start to finish while ensuring that documentation, processes, finances and project information are accurate and up to date.

What you’ll be doing

Coordinate project administration, documentation, meetings and project records.
Support project finances, purchase orders, invoices, forecasting and budgets.
Assist with contract administration and contract management, including variations, payment certificates and related documentation.
Liaise with clients, suppliers, sub-consultants and contractors.
Assist with tenders, quotations, specifications, fee proposals and project documentation.
Maintain project systems, filing and document registers in line with ISO requirements.
Arrange meetings, site visits, surveys and access arrangements.
Support CPD, training, social value and wider team activities.
Assist with improving processes and supporting the wider Building Consultancy team.

What we’re looking for

At least 1 years’ experience in a professional or corporate office environment.
Experience in contract management/contract administration, ideally within construction, building consultancy, property or professional services.
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word, Excel, Teams and SharePoint.
Confidence working with clients, suppliers, contractors and other professional stakeholders.
A proactive, collaborative approach and the ability to work independently.
GCSE English and Maths or equivalent.
A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.

A project management or administration qualification such as PRINCE2 Foundation or AgilePM would be desirable.

OCG are committed to promoting diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace and have been accredited as a Disability Confident employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

If you’re interested in applying for this position, please send your CV along with a cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of the role to: vicky.tozer@oneconsultinggroup.co.uk.

For further information and a confidential discussion about the position, contact Vicky Tozer at vicky.tozer@oneconsultinggroup.co.uk

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Senior Project Manager (Full time)

Benefits £55,000-£65,000 + 30 days holiday + Private healthcare

Location Cuffley, Hertfordshire (Office based with some hybrid working)

Hours 35 hours per week

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead high-profile Facilities Management (FM) procurement projects within a local authority environment.

This is a key role responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement of Hard FM contracts, from initial planning and documentation through to contract award and mobilisation. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, Procurement teams, service areas and external consultants to ensure projects are delivered on time, within governance requirements and to a high standard.

What you’ll be doing

Lead and manage complex FM procurement projects from initiation through to contract award and mobilisation.
Develop and review tender documentation, specifications, pricing schedules and evaluation methodologies.
Manage project plans, milestones, risks, actions and key decisions.
Coordinate multiple workstreams and competing priorities across the FM procurement programme.
Work closely with Procurement colleagues, service leads, consultants and senior stakeholders.
Prepare and present project updates to Heads of Service and Directors.
Coordinate governance approvals and ensure all documentation meets required processes.
Support market engagement, tender evaluation and contract mobilisation.
Identify and resolve risks and issues, escalating where appropriate.
Manage and provide leadership and support to a Project Assistant, including workload and resource planning

What we’re looking for

5+ years’ experience delivering projects or managing contracts within property, FM, maintenance or operational service environments.
Strong knowledge of public sector procurement and experience managing the full procurement lifecycle.
Proven experience leading complex projects involving multiple stakeholders.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to work with Directors and senior management.
Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Previous line management or team leadership experience.
A proactive, practical and delivery-focused approach, with excellent attention to detail.

Desirable experience

Procuring Facilities Management contracts.
Working within a Local Authority and public sector governance environment.
Developing specifications, ITTs, pricing schedules and mobilisation plans.
The Procurement Act 2023.
Holding, or working towards, a CIPS qualification.

Why Apply?

This is a key role responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement of FM contracts both Hard and Soft FM, from initial planning and documentation through to contract award and mobilisation. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, Procurement teams, service areas and external consultants to ensure projects are delivered on time, within governance requirements and to a high standard.

If you’re interested in applying for this position, please send your CV along with a cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of the role to: vicky.tozer@oneconsultinggroup.co.uk.

For further information and a confidential discussion about the position, contact Vicky Tozer at vicky.tozer@oneconsultinggroup.co.uk

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Chartered Associate Building Surveyor (Part time available, if requested)

Benefits: Up to £80,000 inclusive of bonus + 30 days holiday + private healthcare

Location: Hybrid working pattern: 2–3 days per week at a preferred office location (Cuffley), with regular home working and travel to client offices and sites.

One Consulting Group is a property consultancy providing tailored multi-disciplinary and project management solutions. As an experienced Building Surveyor who can lead teams, solve complex problems, and make a real impact in delivering high quality projects, OCG wants to hear from you!

Working with our public sector partners (Local Authorities, Universities and Blue Light) you will be responsible for delivering construction projects up to £5m in North London, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. The projects are often being delivered in a live environment, so stakeholder engagement is key and your input will really make a difference to the communities served by these organisations.

As Chartered Associate Building Surveyor, you’ll play a pivotal role in helping support our growth plans and develop our Building Consultancy services, driving continuous improvement and ensuring high standards are maintained across all our services.

Why this role?

You get to work on a varied project portfolio across public sector clients
To join a forward thinking, people focussed business
An opportunity to create impact & add value
A platform to grow and take on progressive responsibilities towards a senior role
Work life balance, flexible working, competitive salary and benefits

What you’ll be doing

You will be responsible for providing a full range of building consultancy and surveying services to our clients while also supporting the internal team and will:

Act as the lead consultant to manage, lead, motivate and inspire a multi-disciplinary team of internal and external staff to deliver projects and to act as technical lead across the building consultancy team.
Manage all aspects of the client relationship ensuring OCG remain a trusted partner, and manage the delivery teams to ensure projects are delivered meeting all objectives around time, cost and quality.
Manage all client duties and act as Principal Designer under both Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 and for Building Regulations (non HRB).
Conduct and overseeing a wide range of property surveys, feasibility and inspections
Diagnosing defects and preparing detailed remedial specifications
Acting as lead consultant and/or contract administrator on larger works
Mentor, coach and develop the team

What we’re looking for

5+ years post chartership experience working within the property & construction industry with evidence of project delivery ideally within the public sector.
Membership of a professional body e.g. MRICS or MCIOB
Degree in Building Surveying or similar
Significant relevant experience working within property & construction industry with evidence of project delivery ideally within the public sector
Proven experience, practical & procedural knowledge in professional building surveying services and managing projects, including specification writing.
Considerable depth of knowledge of relevant statutory property legislation including planning and building regulations, JCT contracts and CDM regulations
Strong stakeholder management
Strong leader, with good communication and attention to detail

A methodical, problem-solving mindset with a customer-focused approach

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

If you’re interested in applying for this position, please send your CV along with a cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of the role to: vicky.tozer@oneconsultinggroup.co.uk.

For further information and a confidential discussion about the position, contact Vicky Tozer at vicky.tozer@oneconsultinggroup.co.uk

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Building Surveyor (Part time work available)

Benefits: Up to £68,000, inclusive of bonus + 30 days holiday + healthcare

Location: Hybrid working pattern: 2–3 days per week at a preferred office location (Cuffley), with regular home working and travel to client offices and sites.

As a Building Surveyor, you’ll play a pivotal role in helping support our growth plans and develop our Building Consultancy services, driving continuous improvement and ensuring high standards are maintained across all our services.

Why this role?

You get to work on a varied project portfolio across public sector clients
To join a forward thinking, people focussed business
An opportunity to create impact & add value
A platform to grow and take on progressive responsibilities towards a senior role
Work life balance, flexible working, competitive salary and benefits

What you’ll be doing

You will be responsible for providing a full building surveying service to our clients while also supporting the internal team with technical queries.

Provide technical and professional building services covering, employer’s agent, project management, design and contract administration services for multiple construction projects running simultaneously.
Manage internal resources, contract drafting, and where applicable, managing other technical consultants as part of the design team.
Manage principal contractors and ensure projects are tailored to meet the clients commission, are value for money and meet all objectives around time, cost and quality
Communicate with both internal and external parties ensuring all information is available for the successful implementation and completion of projects to a high standard.
Fulfil all duties on the client’s behalf including those required by the Construction Design Management (CDM) Regulations 2015.
Maintain relationships with existing clients and develop new client contacts and business opportunities.
Develop relevant knowledge and skills and maintain an up-to-date awareness of all necessary legislation affecting the technical aspects of building surveying, sharing knowledge and information where appropriate.

What we’re looking for

Membership of a professional body MRICS or MCIOB
Degree in Building Surveying or similar
Experience working within property & construction industry with evidence of project delivery ideally within public sector
Advanced theoretical, practical & procedural knowledge in professional building surveying
In depth knowledge of building/facilities management contracts eg JCT contracts
Strong stakeholder management

Good communication skills for liaising with multidisciplinary teams and clients
Proactive and detail-oriented approach to work, ensuring accuracy and quality in all deliverables

We are committed to promoting diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace and have been accredited as a Disability Confident employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

If you’re interested in applying for this position, please send your CV along with a cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of the role to: vicky.tozer@oneconsultinggroup.co.uk.

For further information and a confidential discussion about the position, contact Vicky Tozer at vicky.tozer@oneconsultinggroup.co.uk

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