Freelance Sub Agent

People Group Limited; Great Yarmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor is looking for a skilled Sub Agent - Structural Refurbishment for a two-year freelance project at Gatwick Airport. The ideal candidate will have Tier 1 contractor experience and a strong background in above-ground structural works. Responsibilities include managing design finalisation, supporting delivery teams, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Proven Sub Agent experience with a Tier 1 contractor.
• Strong background in above-ground structural works.
• Excellent coordination and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead on design finalisation and manage coordination during the ECI stage.
• Work closely with designers and stakeholders to resolve technical queries.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and programme requirements.

Skills

Coordination skills

Stakeholder management

Health and safety knowledge

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Sub Agent - Structural Refurbishment (Freelance)

Location: Gatwick Airport
Duration: 2 years (freelance contract)
Employer: Tier 1 Main Contractor

About the Project

We are delivering a large-scale structural refurbishment package on one of the piers at Gatwick Airport. This complex, high-profile scheme will run for two years and requires a skilled Sub Agent with strong Tier 1 contractor experience in above-ground structural works.

Role Overview

The Sub Agent will play a key role in finalising designs, working through the ECI stage, and liaising with designers to ensure the works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced professional who can manage design coordination, drive progress on-site, and support delivery teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead on design finalisation and manage coordination during the ECI stage.
• Work closely with designers and stakeholders to resolve technical queries.
• Support delivery teams with planning, sequencing, and overseeing works.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and programme requirements.
• Manage and mentor junior engineers where required.
• Provide accurate reporting and progress updates to senior management.

Qualifications

• Proven Sub Agent experience with a Tier 1 contractor.
• Strong background in above-ground structural works.
• Demonstrable experience of working through ECI and design stages.
• Excellent coordination and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, and quality standards on major projects.
• Airport or similarly complex live environment experience beneficial.

Contract Details

• Contract Type: Freelance
• Location: Gatwick Airport
• Duration: 2 years