Job Description
A progressive and people-focused principal contractor is looking to appoint a Resident Liaison Officer to support a major long-term façade remediation project in Leeds. With confirmed work secured into 2028, this is an opportunity to join a stable, cash-rich business that continues to invest in its people, its technology, and the future of safer, better-built environments.
The initial project runs for over two years and involves internal and external works to student accommodation. You will play a key role in coordinating access, organising handovers, and liaising closely with both the client and multiple trades to ensure rooms are returned to a high standard after works are completed.
Projects range in value up to £22 million and include complex schemes across residential towers, stadiums, commercial buildings, and public-sector assets. The company has built strong, long-term partnerships with blue-chip clients and is widely recognised for technical delivery on challenging and sensitive sites.
Now targeting further growth, the company is scaling with purpose, aiming to exceed £50 million turnover this year. Backed by a listed parent group with significant financial strength, they operate with a modern, entrepreneurial approach, while maintaining strong family values and a culture of trust and development.
Resident Liaison Officer - Salary & Benefits
* Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 (DOE)
* 25-30 days holiday + Bank Holidays
* Pension Scheme
* Project Bonus Scheme
* Company Bonus Scheme
* 4 Years Death in Service Cover
* Critical Illness Cover
* Team Social Events
* Company events and supportive social environment
* Comprehensive in-house and external Training and Development
* Access to Udemy and training courses
* Charity Fundraising Days
* Office facilities including stocked kitchen and shower
Resident Liaison Officer - Job Overview
* Based full-time on a live project site in Leeds (initial project duration: 2+ years)
* Coordinating with multiple internal trades to manage works and ensure timely handovers (approx. 30-40 rooms per week)
* Liaising with the client to organise room access and student vacating arrangements
* Overseeing the sequence of works including external façade installations and internal reinstatement (e.g., painting & decorating)
* Ensuring smooth communication between residents, trades, and site management
* Maintaining daily/weekly handover schedules and resolving access or snagging issues
Resident Liaison Officer - Requirements
* Experience in construction liaison, site coordination or site management
* Prior experience as a Resident Liaison Officer or similar
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple workflows
* Confident communicator able to work closely with clients and residents
* Previous experience in occupied refurbishments or student accommodation preferred
* Must be based within commutable distance to Leeds
What makes this opportunity different?
* Forward workload confirmed into 2028
* Secure financial backing with strong reserves
* Low staff turnover and clear paths for progression
* Structured mentoring and access to coaching
* Real stories of team members doubling their earnings in under three years
* Weekly culture feedback that informs senior management decisions
* Training support, flexible working, and long-term incentives including shares
Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.