Senior Site Agent – Civil Infrastructure Delivery

Morson Vital; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Vital is seeking an experienced Site Agent for civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the North West, with opportunities in Carlisle and Chorley. You will lead site teams, manage subcontractors, oversee programmes, and maintain commercial control to deliver projects safely and to the highest standards.

The ideal candidate will hold an HNC/HND in Civil Engineering, possess a valid SMSTS certification, and have a proven track record in delivering civil infrastructure.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent industry experience.
• Valid SMSTS certification.
• Proven civil engineering project delivery experience.
• Strong leadership of site teams and subcontractors.
• Excellent programme management and planning skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and contractual understanding.
• Experience managing client and stakeholder relationships.
• Proactive approach to safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams from delivery through close out.
• Ensure works meet health, safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Develop and monitor project programmes; identify risks.
• Drive performance against timescales and budgets.
• Manage client and stakeholder relationships as main contact.
• Oversee subcontractor performance and supply chain.
• Forecast, cost control, and reporting.
• Identify risks and opportunities; maintain profitability.
• Ensure procurement schedules align with project requirements.
• Produce progress and performance reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Programme management

Planning

Contractual understanding

Client management

Risk management

Health and safety

Education

HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Job description

Morson Vital is seeking an experienced Site Agent for civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the North West, with opportunities in Carlisle and Chorley. You will lead site teams, manage subcontractors, oversee programmes, and maintain commercial control to deliver projects safely and to the highest standards.

The ideal candidate will hold an HNC/HND in Civil Engineering, possess a valid SMSTS certification, and have a proven track record in delivering civil infrastructure.