Senior Quantity Surveyor

SSA Recruitment; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency in the UK seeks a Site Agent to lead the delivery of earthworks, remediation, and civil engineering projects. Responsibilities include managing site teams, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong technical background in civil engineering, excellent leadership skills, and essential certifications such as CSCS Manager, SMSTS, and First Aid. This role requires effective engagement with clients and stakeholders throughout project execution.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Agent or Senior Site Manager in civil engineering or remediation.
• Strong technical background in earthworks, brownfield remediation, drainage, or infrastructure.
• CSCS Manager card essential; SMSTS and First Aid required.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations to ensure progress in line with programme goals.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all site activities.
• Maintain high levels of workmanship and adherence to project quality requirements.
• Track progress against programme targets and contribute to project reporting.
• Engage effectively with clients, consultants, regulators, and local authorities.

Skills

Site management

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Technical knowledge

Job description

The Site Agent will lead the delivery of earthworks, remediation, and civil engineering projects across the region. The role involves managing site teams, coordinating subcontractors, ensuring technical accuracy, and maintaining strong standards of safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Site Management

• Manage day-to-day site operations to ensure progress in line with programme goals.
• Lead site teams and subcontractors, providing clear direction and support.
• Coordinate materials, plant, logistics, and sequencing to maintain project efficiency.
• Ensure all works follow design information, specifications, and industry standards.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Promote a strong safety culture across all site activities.
• Implement RAMS, safe systems of work, and environmental controls.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and toolbox talks.
• Monitor and maintain compliance with environmental and remediation protocols where applicable.

Quality Assurance & Technical Oversight

• Maintain high levels of workmanship and adherence to project quality requirements.
• Review and approve ITPs, method statements, and technical submissions.
• Work closely with engineers to resolve design queries and technical challenges.
• Oversee testing, sampling, and record-keeping, particularly for remediation-related activities.

Programme, Reporting & Commercial Support

• Track progress against programme targets and contribute to project reporting.
• Identify risks, delays, and opportunities, communicating them to the project team.
• Support commercial teams with variations, early warnings, and cost control.
• Maintain accurate site records, diaries, and progress documentation.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage effectively with clients, consultants, regulators, and local authorities.
• Attend progress meetings, site inspections, and handover activities.
• Manage public and community interfaces when works affect surrounding areas.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Site Agent or Senior Site Manager in civil engineering or remediation.
• Strong technical background in earthworks, brownfield remediation, drainage, or infrastructure.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational capabilities.
• Understanding of NEC or similar contract forms.
• CSCS Manager card essential; SMSTS and First Aid required; Temporary Works experience advantageous.