Construction - Site Agent Northern Ireland

Glanua; Coleraine; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Northern Ireland is seeking experienced Site Agents to oversee water and wastewater infrastructure projects. You will manage site operations, ensure safety compliance, and coordinate with project teams. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering and possesses at least five years of relevant experience. This role offers a competitive salary and a Monday to Friday working week with additional leave benefits.

Benefits

22 days annual leave plus 10 bank holidays

Competitive base salary

Access to EAP – 24/7 employee counselling service

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a site management or site agent role (industrial or water sector preferred).

Responsibilities

• Ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance across all site activities.
• Act as the primary site lead, managing day-to-day operations and supervising site teams.
• Coordinate with Project Manager, subcontractors, and suppliers to maintain programme and budget.
• Oversee quality assurance, ensuring works meet specifications and standards.
• Manage site logistics, including material deliveries and plant allocation.
• Maintain accurate site records, including daily diaries, progress reports, and resource tracking.
• Resolve technical queries and expedite issues promptly.
• Conduct site meetings and liaise with client representatives.
• Support commissioning and handover processes.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with Glanua’s SHEQ policies.
• Manage and mentor site personnel, including site engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors.
• Identify and develop training needs, encouraging best practices in safety, quality, and efficiency.

Skills

Site management

Health and safety compliance

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Civil Engineering or Project Management

Job description

Construction - Site Agent Northern Ireland

Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

Glanua Industrial are seeking experienced Site Agents to work within our project teams for the design and construction of Water and Wastewater infrastructure projects in the North of Ireland.

Main responsibilities:

• Ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance across all site activities.
• Act as the primary site lead, managing day-to-day operations and supervising site teams.
• Coordinate with Project Manager, subcontractors, and suppliers to maintain programme and budget.
• Oversee quality assurance, ensuring works meet specifications and standards.
• Manage site logistics, including material deliveries and plant allocation.
• Maintain accurate site records, including daily diaries, progress reports, and resource tracking.
• Resolve technical queries and expedite issues promptly.
• Conduct site meetings and liaise with client representatives.
• Support commissioning and handover processes.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with Glanua’s SHEQ policies.
• Manage and mentor site personnel, including site engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors.
• Identify and develop training needs, encouraging best practices in safety, quality, and efficiency.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Degree in Mechanical, Civil Engineering or Project Management.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a site management or site agent role (industrial or water sector preferred).

What we offer you

The opportunity to join an ambitious and growing organisation.

Monday to Friday working week finishing early on Fridays.

22 days annual leave plus 10 bank holidays.

Competitive base salary.

Access to EAP – 24/7 365 days confidential employee counselling service, free to avail for employees and their families.

Sector: construction.

Career Level

• Not Required