Site Agent

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

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK is seeking a site manager to enhance project execution and deliver high-quality results. You will collaborate with design and commercial teams while managing risks and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have an HNC or degree in Civil Engineering, excellent organization skills, and a valid driving licence. This role offers opportunities for career progression within a robust business environment.

Benefits

Training and development investment

Bespoke progression plan

Financial and health benefits

Qualifications

• HNC or degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Understanding of civil engineering principles and practices.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage site operations to meet safety, budget, and quality standards.
• Inform clients about project progress.
• Act as Temporary Works Coordinator for compliance.

Skills

Excellent organisation

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Education

HNC / Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Leading projects that enhance our environment and communities – from improving flood defences, to upgrading water treatment works and providing nature‑based solutions that improve biodiversity.

Qualifications

• 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.

Company Information

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.

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.

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. This 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.