Senior Agent

Randstad Construction and Property; King's Lynn and West Norfolk; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad UK is seeking a Senior Agent to lead site operations on a landmark major highways and infrastructure scheme in Norfolk. Reporting to the Construction Manager, you will drive engineering leadership from pre-construction through to handover, coordinating teams and subcontractors to deliver safely, on time and within budget.

The role requires 7+ years in civil/highways delivery, a degree or HND, CSCS and SMSTS, and a proven track record in a Principal Contractor environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in civil engineering/highways delivery (site management role)
• Principal Contractor background on major civils/infrastructure
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles, contract conditions, and temporary works management
• Degree or HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
• Valid CSCS card and SMSTS (or equivalent H&S qualification)

Responsibilities

• Champion safety-first culture and ensure Right First Time quality across disciplines.
• Lead and mentor Agents, Senior Engineers, and site staff.
• Support early contractor involvement, buildability reviews, and supply chain engagement with design and commercial teams.
• Oversee RAMS, ITPs, and Temporary Works procedures.
• Monitor progress, review programmes, track productivity, and control site costs.
• Manage on-site surveys, investigations, and resource procurement for delivery.
• Act as Appointed Person (Lifting) and/or Temporary Works Coordinator if required.

Skills

Site leadership

Safety culture

Contractor liaison

Civil engineering knowledge

Project budgeting

Education

Degree or HND in Civil Engineering

Tools

CSCS card

SMSTS

Job description

Role

Senior Agent - Major Highways & Infrastructure

Location

Norfolk (with flexible/hybrid working during design phases)

Salary

£65,000 - £70,000 + comprehensive package

Employment Type

Full-time, Permanent

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Agent to join the delivery team for a landmark major highways and infrastructure scheme in Norfolk.

This high-profile, multi-discipline development involves complex civil engineering across both local and Strategic Road Network (SRN) infrastructure.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Construction Manager, you will provide engineering leadership from early pre-construction planning right through to full site delivery and asset handover.

You will lead site operations alongside the Works Superintendent, managing engineering teams and specialist subcontractors to ensure all works are delivered safely, to specification, on programme, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion a safety-first culture and drive a \"Right First Time\" quality standard across all disciplines.


• Manage, mentor, and coordinate a team of Agents, Senior Engineers, and site staff.


• Support early contractor involvement, buildability reviews, and supply chain engagement in partnership with design and commercial teams.


• Oversee the review and implementation of RAMS, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and Temporary Works procedures.


• Monitor project progress, review construction programmes, track productivity, and control site costs.


• Manage on-site surveys, specialist investigations, and resource procurement to ensure seamless construction delivery.


• Oversee or act as Appointed Person (Lifting) and/or Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) as required.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

Essential

• Experience: 7+ years of experience in civil engineering/highways delivery, including at least 3+ years in a site management capacity (Agent, Sub-Agent, or Senior Agent level).


• Contractor Background: Proven background working within a Principal Contractor environment on major civils or infrastructure projects.


• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of civil engineering principles, contract conditions, and temporary works management.


• Qualifications: Degree or HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent qualification).


• Certifications: Valid CSCS card and SMSTS (or equivalent H&S qualification).

Desirable

• Experience working within Strategic Road Network (SRN) / National Highways environments, including traffic management schemes.


• Practical knowledge of bulk earthworks, stabilised pavements, drainage, and bridge structures.


• Formal TWC (Temporary Works Coordinator) and/or Appointed Person (Lifting) certification.


• Professional qualification (MICE/IEng/CEng) or actively working towards chartership.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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