Civil Sub Agent: Site Leadership & Cost Control

Smart 4 EPC; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart 4 EPC is seeking a Civils Sub Agent to support delivery at Heathrow Airport. The role focuses on design and build with strong emphasis on safety, quality and environmental standards, reporting to the Agent and coordinating with commercial teams.

You will mentor site engineers, manage labour, plant and materials, monitor subcontractor performance, maintain project records, and contribute to effective cost management and programme preparation in a busy civil and utilities environment.

Qualifications

• Section Engineer level on site across civil and utilities projects.
• Developing commercial and contractual knowledge with practical application.
• Experience in cost-conscious environments and managing subcontractors.
• Strong communication and people management abilities.
• Valid CSCS card and competent computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Follow company policies, risk assessments, method statements, and briefings with a focus on safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Support the Agent with cost management processes and programme preparation as required.
• Manage and mentor site engineers to maintain accurate project records.
• Work with commercial teams to ensure timely measurement and payment records.
• Allocate labour, plant, materials and temporary works designs with the Agent.
• Notify the Agent of potential commercial or contractual risks.
• Manage material orders and supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery.
• Oversee subcontractors to ensure services meet policy and project requirements.
• Promote company values in all interactions; maintain daily activity briefings and site diary updates.

Skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Section Engineer on site

Commercial and contractual knowledge

Cost-conscious environment experience

People management

Subcontractor management

CSCS card

Communication skills

Computer literacy

ICE membership (desirable)

Job description

Smart 4 EPC is seeking a Civils Sub Agent to support delivery at Heathrow Airport. The role focuses on design and build with strong emphasis on safety, quality and environmental standards, reporting to the Agent and coordinating with commercial teams.

You will mentor site engineers, manage labour, plant and materials, monitor subcontractor performance, maintain project records, and contribute to effective cost management and programme preparation in a busy civil and utilities environment.