Lead Site Agent – Major Civil Infra & Rail Project

Carmichael UK; Thorpe Mandeville; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Carmichael UK invites applications for a Site Agent to lead civil works on the HS2 Greatworth package. The role requires strong leadership of site teams, subcontractor management, and rigorous adherence to safety, quality and programme milestones.

You will oversee earthworks, drainage, structures and utilities, coordinate temporary works and ensure compliance with NEC contracts on a major infrastructure project.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• SMSTS and CSCS Managers Card required.
• Temporary Works Coordinator (desirable) and First Aid at Work (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Lead site teams and subcontractors to deliver civil works safely and on programme.
• Ensure quality and compliance with RAMS, ITPs, permits and construction methods.
• Coordinate earthworks, drainage, structures, highways and utilities on site.
• Monitor progress, productivity and costs; report to senior management.
• Manage changes, variations and commercial interfaces with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Site management

Subcontractor management

Programme management

Health & safety

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

SMSTS

CSCS Managers Card

First Aid at Work (desirable)

Temporary Works Coordinator (desirable)

Tools

NEC contracts knowledge

RAMS/ITP familiarity

Temporary Works coordination

Job description

Carmichael UK invites applications for a Site Agent to lead civil works on the HS2 Greatworth package. The role requires strong leadership of site teams, subcontractor management, and rigorous adherence to safety, quality and programme milestones.

You will oversee earthworks, drainage, structures and utilities, coordinate temporary works and ensure compliance with NEC contracts on a major infrastructure project.