Senior Site Agent

Galliford Try; Hampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Senior Site Agent in Hampton, UK, to manage site operations, ensure safety on-site, and lead project teams. Candidates should possess relevant civil engineering experience and an HNC qualification. The role emphasizes leadership, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple work packages. This position offers stability and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Corporate discounts

Comprehensive pension plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Private medical options available

Qualifications

• Relevant Civil Engineering Experience required.
• Capable of managing multiple packages of work.
• Strong knowledge of CDM and NEC.

Responsibilities

• Manage site operations and monitor performance.
• Plan and oversee the progression of works.
• Conduct health and safety checks and audits.

Skills

Leadership skills

Advanced problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

HNC or higher

Relevant CSCS card

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Note for Recruitment Agencies :

We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release.

We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable – please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.

SENIOR SITE AGENT

LONDON , HAMPTON, MIDDLESEX

What you will be doing :

An opportunity has arisen for an Senior Site Agent to join the team at Thames, a Galliford Try business.

As a Senior Site Agent, you will take full responsibility for management of your section of works ensuring you meet client and company performance expectations.

• Participate in creating a knowingly safe working environment.
• Day to day management of a section of works including the supervision & monitoring of the site team & supply chain.
• Plan, control and monitor the progress of the works and coordinate the section(s) of the project as allocated.
• Manage multiple packages of work in conjunction with the commercial team taking full ownership of the costs for section of work assigned.
• Ensure any changes in scope (operations, commercial, programme or design) are captured and managed.
• Understand any temporary works requirements.
• Undertake value engineering solutions.
• Attend external meetings as required with clients and stakeholders, building effective relationships.
• Report to the Project Manager on progress and performance.
• Assist the Project Manager in administering the cost forecast, valuation and reporting systems.
• Implementing and attending weekly and monthly site meetings.
• Ensure all site team and supply chain are working to the latest design information.
• Undertake material take offs where required and ensure materials are ordered and reconciled.
• Conduct regular H&S checks and CDM audits.
• Ensure Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), Permit to Work systems, site inductions and safety briefings are correctly carried out.
• Resolve any unexpected technical difficulties and problems that may arise.
• Ensure and maintain strict quality control procedures.
• Ensure site team keep site diaries up to date.
• Effectively lead and manage direct reports ensuring appropriate competence is maintained, including annuals PDR’s.
• Monitor capability of staff and contractors to undertake current and prospective workloads and report to senior management.
• Identify / assist in introducing new process, techniques and innovations on site.

About You :

• HNC or higher.
• SMSTS.
• Relevant CSCS card.
• Office expertise / CAD.
• TWC (Desirable).
• st Aid (Desirable).
• Relevant Civil Engineering Experience.
• Able to manage multiple or larger packages of work
• Read & Interpret data, drawings specifications and schedules.
• Highly organised and able to prioritise multiple workloads.
• Adept at interfacing with site team, subcontractors, designer and the client.
• Strong knowledge of CDM and NEC
• Proven leadership and delegation skills.
• Advanced problem‑solving skills.

What We Can Offer in Return :

With an impressive order book of over £ billion we are one of the industry’s leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we’re poised for further growth and success, so if you’re committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.

We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our ‘Be Well’ programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues.

We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential.

Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged.

Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office‑based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team.

Our benefits :

• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
• A wide range of corporate discounts
• Cycle to Work schemes
• Comprehensive pension plan
• Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
• Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free / support to those who need it
• Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role

About us :

Our purpose is to improve people’s lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.

We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long‑term value.

For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our business please contact

Additional Information :

Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full‑time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process.

We encourage, and would be grateful if, you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you.

Don’t meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long‑term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview.

A full job description for this role is available upon request.

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