Civils Construction CRE / Site Agent

Randstad Construction and Property; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Civils Construction CRE for a major rail infrastructure project in Plymouth. The role involves overseeing civil and structural works, ensuring compliance, managing project delivery within schedule and budget. Candidates should have relevant experience and qualifications in civil engineering. This is a freelance contract starting January 2026, potentially extending through April/May.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Agent CRE or Construction Manager CRE in a rail/civil engineering setting.
• Relevant qualifications such as SMSTS, PTS are required.
• Hold Civils CRE - C competence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction and civil engineering for rail infrastructure projects.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and contract terms.
• Manage project delivery within schedule and budget.
• Provide formal progress updates to the Contracts Manager.

Skills

Project management

Health and safety compliance

Cost control

Progress monitoring

Education

Degree/HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

SMSTS

PTS

Job description

Randstad are recruiting for an experienced Civils Construction CRE for work on a major rail infrastructure project in Plymouth. Works will include civils, structural works including bridge replacement, station upgrades and embankments.

This is a freelance contract commencing start of Jan 2026 and expected to run until April/May with potential to extend.

The Role:

Oversee construction and civil engineering for rail infrastructure projects, specializing in heavy civils and structural works.

Key Responsibilities:

• Compliance: Ensure adherence to all legislation, contract terms, health and safety, work package, and quality/environmental plans.
• Delivery: Manage the project to deliver within schedule and budget, closely coordinating with site staff and surveyors to control costs.
• Monitoring & Changes: Continuously track progress against objectives and collaborate with the site team to manage contractual changes.
• Reporting: Provide formal progress updates to the Contracts Manager.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Site Agent CRE or Construction Manager CRE in a rail/civil engineering setting.
• Relevant qualifications (SMSTS, PTS).
• Degree/HNC/HND in civil engineering or equivalent.
• Hold Civils CRE - C competence (Contractors Responsible Engineer).

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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