Rail & Track Sub Agent - HS2 Site Lead

Ferrovial Construction; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrovial Construction in the United Kingdom is seeking a Sub Agent – Rail & Track for the HS2 route. You will support the Agent with cost management, coordinate labour, materials and subcontractors, and ensure on-time delivery of track infrastructure across major UK rail projects.

The role requires experience on HS2 or similar, strong commercial and contractual knowledge, CSCS, and excellent communication to liaise with clients and stakeholders while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience on HS2 or major UK rail projects (desirable).
• Commercial and contractual knowledge with practical application.
• Experience in cost-conscious environments.
• People management experience.
• Experience in managing subcontractors.
• Valid CSCS card.
• Excellent communication across clients and subcontractors.
• Civil engineering knowledge with site experience as Section Engineer.
• Computer literacy.
• ICE member or equivalent (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Follow company policies and procedures, including method statements, risk assessments and briefings, while setting a strong personal example in health, safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Support the Agent with cost management processes and programme preparation as required.
• Mentor site engineers to maintain strong engineering control and accurate project records.
• Work with commercial teams to ensure measurement and payment records are prepared accurately and on time.
• Work with the Agent to allocate labour, plant, materials and temporary works designs.
• Inform the Agent of any potential commercial or contractual risks.
• Manage material orders and supplier relationships to ensure required materials are delivered on time.
• Manage subcontractors to ensure services are delivered effectively and in line with company policies.
• Promote company values in all interactions with employees, clients, subcontractors and external contacts.
• Prepare and deliver daily activity briefings and maintain a regular site diary with relevant updates.

Skills

HS2 experience

Commercial knowledge

Contractual knowledge

Cost-conscious

People management

Subcontractor management

CSCS card

Communication skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Computer literacy

ICE member

Education

ICE member (desirable)

Job description

Ferrovial Construction in the United Kingdom is seeking a Sub Agent – Rail & Track for the HS2 route. You will support the Agent with cost management, coordinate labour, materials and subcontractors, and ensure on-time delivery of track infrastructure across major UK rail projects.

The role requires experience on HS2 or similar, strong commercial and contractual knowledge, CSCS, and excellent communication to liaise with clients and stakeholders while adhering to safety and quality standards.