Senior Site Agent - Highways Infrastructure Lead

Carmichael UK; West Winch; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Site Agent for a major highways infrastructure project in Kings Lynn, Norfolk. You will lead on-site operations from planning through to completion, ensuring safety, programme adherence and budget control.

The role requires strong NEC contract knowledge, a proven ability to coordinate earthworks, drainage, structures and roadworks, and the capacity to manage subcontractors and plant resources while reporting to the Project Manager.

Qualifications

• Experience as Site Agent, Senior Site Agent, or Sub Agent on highways or major civil projects.
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts.
• Ability to lead site teams and coordinate with engineers and commercial teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day site operations on a live highways project.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and within budget.
• Manage subcontractors, direct labour and plant resources.
• Coordinate earthworks, drainage, structures and roadworks.
• Monitor progress and provide regular reporting to Project Manager.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality and environmental requirements.

Skills

Site Agent

NEC contracts

lead teams

HSE awareness

progress reporting

Job description

Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Site Agent for a major highways infrastructure project in Kings Lynn, Norfolk. You will lead on-site operations from planning through to completion, ensuring safety, programme adherence and budget control.

The role requires strong NEC contract knowledge, a proven ability to coordinate earthworks, drainage, structures and roadworks, and the capacity to manage subcontractors and plant resources while reporting to the Project Manager.