Lead Site Agent – Water Infrastructure (Tier 1)

CarmichaelUK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Agent to join a leading Tier 1 contractor delivering works as part of a major long-term water framework across London. The role suits someone with a strong civil engineering or utilities background and the ability to manage delivery teams on a busy programme.

You will coordinate site activities, monitor progress, manage RAMS and permits, and work with the client and subcontractors to ensure safety, quality and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Agent, Site Agent or similar.
• Strong civil engineering construction background.
• Experience on water/utilities/infrastructure projects.
• Tier 1 or major-project experience would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day delivery of projects and packages.
• Lead site teams and coordinate subcontractors.
• Ensure safety, programme delivery and quality standards.
• Manage construction programmes, resources and site activities.
• Liaise with client, designers, subcontractors and other stakeholders.
• Monitor progress, identify risks and implement corrective actions.
• Manage RAMS, permits and relevant site documentation.
• Support commercial teams with cost control and forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality procedures.
• Drive a strong safety culture across the project.

Skills

Agent

Site Agent

Civil engineering

Water infrastructure

Stakeholder management

Health & safety

Programme management

Communication

Education

Civil engineering qualification

Tools

CSCS

SMSTS

Job description

Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Agent to join a leading Tier 1 contractor delivering works as part of a major long-term water framework across London. The role suits someone with a strong civil engineering or utilities background and the ability to manage delivery teams on a busy programme.

You will coordinate site activities, monitor progress, manage RAMS and permits, and work with the client and subcontractors to ensure safety, quality and on-time delivery.