Site Agent

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Bedford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable civil engineering contractor in Bedford is seeking an experienced Civils Site Agent to oversee construction projects. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Civil Engineering and relevant experience in site management. Responsibilities include managing construction schedules, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with safety checks. This role requires strong leadership skills and a proactive approach to project delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Civils Site Agent or similar role.
• Strong understanding of construction programmes and cost plans.
• Possess SMSTS and CSCS certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage the production of construction programmes and progress reports.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders and clients.
• Ensure project deliverables meet schedules and budgets.

Skills

Site management

Construction planning

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

RAMS

ITP's

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Civils Site Agent looking for your next role? We are working with a well known civil engineering contractor who is looking to add a Site Agent to their existing team working on an long-term civil engineering project.

As Agent, you will be managing the construction of a section of works. This will involve overseeing a variety of works within your section, to ensure that works are successfully planned, programmed, delivered and handed over with a 'right first time' mentality.

This is a key role where you will be expected to take ownership of the operational works within your area of responsibility, leading the long term and strategic planning of the works and ensuring that they are constructed in accordance with the design and contract scopes. You are accountable for the swift and complete handover of your assets.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the accurate production of construction programmes and progress reports.
• Manage cost plans and contractual elements of the project.
• Liaise with project stakeholders, clients representatives and other 3rd parties.
• Liaising with the commercial team, ensuring areas of risk are controlled.
• Reporting into the Project Manager and working with the Works Manager to ensure the project deliverables are on schedule.
• Review and sign off RAMS, ITP's, SHEQ checks, and the monthly look-ahead provided by the engineering team.

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Ability to display previous experience in a similar role.
• SMSTS & CSCS
• Full UK driving license

If this sounds like something of interest, please submit your cv asap!

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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