Rail Site Agent – Infrastructure Project Lead

VGC; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

VGC is recruiting an experienced Site Agent to support a major rail infrastructure project at Bryn Station, Wigan. This role requires hands-on site leadership, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and to the required quality standards.

You will liaise with TfGM, Network Rail and subcontractors, develop 4-week lookahead programmes, manage RAMS and ITPs, and monitor progress against the programme and budget on a day‑to‑day basis.

Qualifications

• Valid PTS and CSCS competency cards are required.
• Experience as Site Agent on rail infrastructure projects is essential.
• Strong knowledge of Network Rail standards and procedures is required.
• Experience in managing subcontractors, programmes, quality and project reporting is needed.
• Ability to liaise effectively with clients, stakeholders and operations teams is important.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in delivering project objectives.
• Act as the key point of contact for TfGM, Network Rail, TOCs, and stakeholders.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to specification.
• Develop and manage 4-week lookahead programmes.
• Coordinate and manage subcontractors and site activities.
• Review and approve RAMS, risk assessments, and work packages.
• Produce and maintain Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Conduct quality inspections and manage defect resolution.
• Monitor project scope and manage change control processes
• Raise and manage Technical Queries (TQs).
• Maintain construction records, assurance documentation, and as-built records.
• Support project handover and closeout activities.
• Manage environmental risks and ensure compliance with project requirements.

Skills

PTS card

CSCS card

Rail project experience

Subcontractor management

Programme delivery

Quality management

Project reporting

Stakeholder liaison

Job description

VGC is recruiting an experienced Site Agent to support a major rail infrastructure project at Bryn Station, Wigan. This role requires hands-on site leadership, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and to the required quality standards.

You will liaise with TfGM, Network Rail and subcontractors, develop 4-week lookahead programmes, manage RAMS and ITPs, and monitor progress against the programme and budget on a day‑to‑day basis.