Site Agent

JN Bentley; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Financial benefits

Healthcare benefits

Tailored lifestyle benefits

Job summary

JN Bentley in Aylesbury is looking for a Site Agent to manage and lead various construction projects in the water and wastewater sector. You will play a critical role from planning to execution, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. Candidates must possess a Civil Engineering degree or equivalent, effective communication skills, and a CSCS/SSSTS certification. The position offers significant training, development opportunities, and a range of tailored benefits.

Qualifications

• CSCS, SSSTS/ SMSTS required.
• HNC / Degree in Civil Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects enhancing environment and communities.
• Manage site safety, budget, and quality.
• Oversee temporary works and ensure compliance.

Skills

Civil Engineering Principles

Excellent Organisation

Problem-Solving

Effective Communication

Education

HNC / Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

CSCS

SSSTS/SMSTS

Job description

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley, operating across water, energy and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover surpassing £500 million, Mott MacDonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth.

MMB has successfully extended its contract with Thames Water for an additional five years. As the largest water and wastewater provider in the UK, Thames Water serves 15 million customers throughout London and the Thames Valley. The extension will carry the current agreement through to the end of AMP8 in March 2030. MMB is delivering work on three frameworks in the region, which sees us undertake a varied programme of water and wastewater non-infrastructure and infrastructure projects to improve the network.

With sites located across the Thames Valley region including Aylesbury, Banbury, and Reading.

As a Site Agent, you’ll be integral to our operational team, contributing to every phase from tendering and design to construction, commissioning, and handover. You’ll lead projects that enhance our environment and communities— from improving flood defences, to upgrading water treatment works and providing nature-based solutions that improve biodiversity.

The Role Of a Site Agent Includes

• Working collaboratively with the design and commercial teams to enhance delivery efficiency and promote opportunities while managing risk
• Managing the site, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, within budget and to the quality required by the client
• Involvement with site level procurement, subcontractor logistics and H&S reporting
• Informing the client about project progress and addressing any concerns
• Acting as a Temporary Works Coordinator, overseeing the installation of temporary works to ensure compliance with design specifications.

What You’ll Need

• CSCS, SSSTS/ SMSTS
• HNC / Degree in Civil Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
• Understand civil engineering principles and practices
• Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders
• A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across your operational region

What’s In It For You

Alongside our significant training and development investment, bespoke progression plan and support to achieve professional chartership, we offer a wide range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits that you can tailor to your needs. To view our full range of benefits, please see the Bentley benefits brochure attached.