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Fawkes & Reece; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece is seeking a freelance Site Agent to join a Civil Engineering contractor in the Thames Valley/North Hampshire region. The assignment is initially 6+ months with potential for a longer run for the right person.

You will manage site staff and sub-contractors, plan programmes, and ensure safety, quality and environmental compliance across reinforced concrete, drainage and structures projects. SMSTS, CSCS and a Civil Engineering qualification are required or equivalent.

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil Engineering or another relevant subject matter (Ideally).
• NVQ level 6 or higher will be considered.
• Extensive experience from an Engineer upwards of Civil Engineering Projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage site staff, operatives and sub-contractors.
• Prepare and monitor programmes of work.
• Provide method statements, risk assessments and project management plans.
• Understand tender allowances and monitor costs against budgets.
• Engage and assess sub-contractors and manage contract changes.
• Inform and involve local groups, foster client relations.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and environmental policies.

Skills

Site management

People management

Programme planning

Education

HND / HNC / BEng or equivalent

NVQ level 6 or above

Civil Engineering degree or relevant subject

Tools

CSCS card

SMSTS certification

First Aid at Work

Job description

My client is a Leading Civil Engineering Contractor.

Due to continued growth, the position of Site Agent has become available to join their successful team based in the Thames Valley region in North Hampshire / Surrey.

This is a freelance position with at least 6 months duration and the potential for a long run of work for the right individual.

Key Responsibilities

• Management of site staff operatives and sub-contractors.
• Preparing and monitoring programmes of work
• Provide method statements, hazard risk assessments and project management plans.
• Understand tender allowances and monitor contract costs against agreed budgets.
• Assessment and engagement of sub-contractors.
• Understand and administer contract change.
• Inform, consult, and involve local groups as necessary.
• Foster good relations and reputation with clients.
• Promote and ensure all work complies with safety, quality and environmental policies and the requirements of the company procedures.
• Already experienced as a Sub Agent or a Site Agent you will have a relevant industry qualification (HND/ HNC/ BEng) or equivalent, an up-to-date SMSTS qualification, and appropriate CSCS card. A First Aid at Work qualification is desirable.
• You will also have experience of managing civil engineering projects with a main contractor including reinforced concrete works, drainage and structures.
• Experienced in people management and motivation of staff.
• A good organiser, both of self and others with the ability to think in advance.
• Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Due to the nature of the role a full UK driving license is essential and the successful candidate will be happy to travel throughout our Southern Region. A First Aid at Work qualification would also be desirable.

Requirements

• A degree in Civil Engineering or another relevant subject matter (Ideally)
• NVQ level 6 qualifications and above will be considered
• Extensive experience from an Engineer upwards of Civil Engineering Projects