Agent/Package Manager

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Training & Recruitment Services seeks an experienced Agent / Package Manager to join a major infrastructure project, taking responsibility for the successful delivery of key construction packages. This hands-on role requires ownership from planning through to completion and close collaboration with engineering, design, commercial, project management and subcontractor teams.

You will lead day-to-day delivery, manage subcontractors and site teams, and drive programme, quality, safety and

Qualifications

• We are seeking candidates with delivery-focused construction experience across major packages.
• Strong knowledge of construction techniques, sequencing and best practice.
• Experience with CSCS Card and SMSTS/SSSTS is preferred.
• Experience in working with Tier 1 contractors is ideal.
• Ability to lead subcontractors and coordinate interfaces effectively.
• Proven ability to drive programme, quality, safety and productivity.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Good IT skills and familiarity with design inputs and RAMS.

Responsibilities

• Leading the day-to-day delivery of allocated construction packages.
• Managing subcontractors and site delivery teams.
• Driving programme, quality, safety and productivity.
• Coordinating construction activities, interfaces and sequencing.
• Reviewing construction methodologies and RAMS.
• Providing construction and buildability input into design development.
• Supporting constructability reviews and Early Contractor Involvement where required.
• Identifying and resolving delivery constraints and technical issues.
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and project stakeholders.
• Ensuring works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications, contracts and project requirements.

Skills

Construction management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Autonomy

Team leadership

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or Building

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Document control systems

Job description

We are currently looking for an experienced Agent / Package Manager to join a major infrastructure project, taking responsibility for the successful delivery of key construction packages.

This is a hands‑on delivery role suited to an experienced Agent / Package Manager who is comfortable working in a complex, fast‑paced project environment and can take ownership of packages from planning through to completion.

Key Package Areas

Experience in one or more of the following areas would be highly beneficial:

• Structural Steel
• Civils
• Architectural Fit‑Out
• Headhouse
• Urban Realm
• AFO (Desirable)

The Role

You will be responsible for managing the safe, efficient and timely delivery of allocated packages, working closely with engineering, design, commercial, project management and subcontractor teams.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the day‑to‑day delivery of allocated construction packages.
• Managing subcontractors and site delivery teams.
• Driving programme, quality, safety and productivity.
• Coordinating construction activities, interfaces and sequencing.
• Reviewing construction methodologies and RAMS.
• Providing construction and buildability input into design development.
• Supporting constructability reviews and Early Contractor Involvement where required.
• Identifying and resolving delivery constraints and technical issues.
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and project stakeholders.
• Ensuring works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications, contracts and project requirements.

About You

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

• 6+ years’ experience in construction.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience at Agent level or equivalent.
• Proven experience in a construction delivery role.
• Previous Tier 1 contractor experience.
• HNC, HND or Degree in Civil Engineering, Building or a relevant technical discipline.
• Strong knowledge of construction techniques, sequencing and best practice.
• Good understanding of construction contracts and their implementation.
• Strong subcontractor, stakeholder and team management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and proactively while contributing effectively to an integrated project team.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Relevant CSCS Card.
• SMSTS / SSSTS.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office, document control systems and AutoCAD.

Desirable Experience

• AFO / civils experience.
• Structural steel or architectural fit‑out experience.
• Head house and/or urban realm delivery.
• Constructability and buildability reviews.
• Construction input into design development.
• Early Contractor Involvement (ECI).
• Delivery of complex infrastructure projects.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.