Senior Agent

Balfour Beatty plc; Penrith; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and engineering firm is seeking a professional to manage a multi-disciplinary team in Penrith. The role involves ensuring safety, productivity, and quality in project delivery while supporting team performance and development. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and have a solid understanding of health and safety legislation. Flexibility for unsociable hours is required.

Benefits

Flexible working options

25 days paid annual leave

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in managing multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong work ethic and flexibility for unsociable hours.
• Knowledge of method statements.

Responsibilities

• Manage leadership and control of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Set targets and KPIs aligned with Project objectives.
• Conduct periodic Safety & Environment Tours.

Skills

Team management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

IT proficiency

Knowledge of health and safety legislation

Education

SMSTS qualification

Valid driving license

CSCS Card

Job description

About The Role

To provide management, leadership, and control of a multi-disciplinary team comprising Agents, Sub Agents, Section Engineers, Site Engineers, and Foremen.

What you'll be doing

Core

• Live the Balfour Beatty Values
• Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm
• Support the delivery of CSUK’s Sustainability activities
• Motivate the section team and manage performance; monitor the competency of team members and undertake training/coaching as appropriate

Health Safety & Environmental

• Set targets and KPIs in line with Project/Business objectives and monitor performance
• Conduct periodic Safety & Environment Tours as required by the Project H & S Plan
• Assist Lead in Incident Investigation and information gathering/review
• Propose improvement options and actions / instigate as appropriate
• Lead periodic risk reviews and update the Project Risk Register
• Monitor the effectiveness of the H & S Management System
• Stay updated with changes in legislation and communicate to the team

Engineering Control

• Ensure sufficient resources are allocated to the Works Section with appropriate ability levels
• Identify and arrange training as required

Quality

• Set targets and KPIs aligned with Project objectives and monitor performance
• Ensure site audits are undertaken and address findings
• Lead/instigate actions for quality improvement
• Implement systems and processes to manage construction quality
• Participate in improvement-focused working groups
• Own the Handover Documentation for the Section

Productivity

• Set targets and KPIs based on key outputs and monitor progress, reporting on Section performance
• Analyze and improve fully resourced programme schedules
• Manage sub-contractor performance based on KPIs
• Produce operational target programmes reflecting the overall construction schedule
• Chair Short Interval Control meetings to review site performance

Who we're looking for

Core

• Ability to clearly communicate safe system of work requirements and suggest improvements
• Ownership of tasks with clear communication of outcomes; experienced in team management and effective task execution
• Strong work ethic and flexibility for unsociable hours/nights
• Ability to work independently and seek opportunities proactively
• Hold a valid driving license and CSCS Card
• SMSTS qualified
• Excellent teamwork and leadership skills, capable of working independently
• Decisive with a solution-oriented approach
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills
• Good report writing skills
• Proficient IT skills
• Demonstrates desired behaviors aligning with business, project, and team objectives

Health Safety & Environmental

• Knowledge of method statements and coaching others in documentation
• Guidance in Accident/Incident Investigation principles
• Good understanding of current H & S legislation
• Proficient in applying Company Systems
• Innovative in enhancing safe systems of work

Engineering Control

• Experience in resource allocation and upskilling
• Competent in reading technical drawings and understanding design management principles

Quality

• Understanding of Business Management Systems and processes
• Experience with handover and self-certification of works, including management of the same

Productivity

• Ability to analyze and improve stage programmes using accepted software
• Understanding of sub-contractor KPIs and performance management
• Ability to adapt programmes dynamically on site
• Experience managing pavement reconstruction, surfacing, and infrastructure works, including testing and handover

Why work for us

Our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious projects, developing and maintaining vital infrastructure that supports communities and economies.

Why join us?

Benefits

• Flexible working options, including staggered hours and remote work
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro-rata)
• Family-friendly policies including extended maternity/adoption and paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share plans, volunteering leave, recognition schemes, and more

About Us

Balfour Beatty’s Highways business delivers major schemes, motorway upgrades, and regional infrastructure projects, focusing on safety, sustainability, and social value.

Diversity and inclusion

We value diversity and strive for an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum, and AFBE. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including armed forces personnel and those with disabilities. For more information, visit disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk.