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Fawkes & Reece; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance cover

Company pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Extensive training programmes

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece is seeking a Site Agent for a leading civil engineering contractor operating across Wales and the South. The role focuses on civils, water and wastewater projects within a major framework, with long-term continuity in the region.

The candidate will manage site teams, coordinate programmes, and ensure safety, quality and environmental standards are met. A relevant degree, SMSTS, CSCS, and driving licence are essential, with travel across the Southern Region expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or similar.
• Extensive experience on civil engineering projects for main contractors.
• SMSTS and CSCS cards held.

Responsibilities

• Manage site staff, operatives and sub-contractors.
• Prepare and monitor programmes of work.
• Provide method statements, risk assessments and project plans.

Skills

Site management

People management

Program planning

Health & safety awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

CSCS card

First Aid at Work

Job description

My client is a long established, leading, National Civil Engineering Contractor.

Due to planned growth and an influx of work on a major Civil Engineering Framework covering Wales and the surrounding Counties, they are looking to recruit, a Site Agent.

Initially, the successful individual would be working on Civils, water, wastewater and Meica projects in South Wales.

This is a dedicated framework offering long term continuity of work in the region.

Currently my client would prefer candidates seeking permanent opportunities, but would also consider those considering contract opportunities.

Key Responsibilities for the Site Agent

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 Highways works, Earthworks 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

Extensive experience from an Engineer upwards of Civil Engineering Projects

First Aid Trained

SMSTS

Benefits Package

Life assurance cover

Company pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday)

Extensive training programmes

Cycle-to-work scheme and Free on-site parking