Senior Site Agent - HS2 Drainage & Concrete Works

Nicholas Associates Group Limited; North Warwickshire; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicholas Associates Group Limited seeks an experienced Site Agent to lead a significant HS2 drainage package in Warwickshire. You will oversee three work fronts, ensuring drainage runs, chambers and concrete works are delivered to plan and in line with HS2 standards.

You will manage a team of engineers, supervisors and subcontractors, coordinating with design, temporary works and quality teams to resolve issues and maintain programme.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Agent delivering major civil engineering projects.
• Strong experience in drainage construction, preferably on major infrastructure or rail projects.
• Experience managing multiple work fronts and sizeable site teams.
• Good technical understanding of drainage construction, excavation, chambers, pipework and earthworks.
• Experience of reinforced concrete works, including ground beams and pile caps.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, temporary works and site logistics.
• Excellent understanding of construction drawings, specifications, RAMS and ITPs.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple disciplines.
• Strong programme and short-term planning skills.
• Good communication and leadership skills.
• Experience of HS2, Tier 1 infrastructure or similar complex projects would be advantageous.
• Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) qualification/experience is highly desirable.
• NEC contract experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the safe and efficient delivery of the drainage package across three work fronts.
• Manage and coordinate Senior Engineers, Site Supervisors, subcontractors and site operatives.
• Plan and sequence works to maintain programme across multiple concurrent work fronts.
• Ensure drainage works are constructed in accordance with the latest design, specification and HS2 requirements.
• Oversee excavation, installation and backfilling of drainage systems and chambers.
• Manage reinforced concrete works, including ground beams and pile caps.
• Coordinate with design, engineering, temporary works, quality and commercial teams to resolve issues.
• Review and manage RAMS, ITPs, permits, inspections and quality documentation.
• Manage subcontractor performance, productivity and coordination.
• Monitor progress against programme and address delays.
• Support the Project Manager with programme, cost, change and risk management.
• Manage technical queries, design changes, NCRs and construction issues through to resolution.
• Maintain strong relationships with client, principal contractor and stakeholders.
• Ensure works adhere to Galldris and HS2 health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.
• Take ownership of day-to-day delivery and coordination of the package.

Skills

Site Agent experience

Drainage construction

HS2 experience

Programme planning

Team leadership

Temporary Works coordination

NEC contract experience

Tools

RAMS Documentation

ITPs

Job description

Nicholas Associates Group Limited seeks an experienced Site Agent to lead a significant HS2 drainage package in Warwickshire. You will oversee three work fronts, ensuring drainage runs, chambers and concrete works are delivered to plan and in line with HS2 standards.

You will manage a team of engineers, supervisors and subcontractors, coordinating with design, temporary works and quality teams to resolve issues and maintain programme.