Site Agent

Farrans Construction; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Career development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Farrans Construction is seeking a Site Agent in Belfast to lead high-quality engineering and construction solutions. You’ll collaborate with the Senior Management team to ensure projects meet time and budget constraints, while adhering to the highest standards of safety and quality.

Key responsibilities include supervising direct labour, providing technical support, and engaging with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Civil Engineering and experience in managing engineering teams. Flexible working hours and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supervising engineering teams and subcontractors.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Solid knowledge of construction standards and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee direct labour and subcontractors for quality and budget management.
• Provide technical support for overcoming challenges.
• Drive proactive health and safety measures on-site.

Skills

Supervising engineering teams

Stakeholder management

Knowledge of construction standards

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

As a Site Agent, you’ll be at the forefront of delivering high-quality engineering and construction solutions. Working closely with the Senior Management team, you’ll ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards, while continuously seeking ways to innovate and improve.

Responsibilities

• Oversee direct labour and subcontractors, ensuring all work meets time, quality, and budget targets.
• Provide technical support to overcome challenges and resolve queries.
• Manage setting out and dimensional control to ensure accurate construction.
• Drive a proactive approach to health and safety on-site.
• Coordinate temporary works, inspections, and testing regimes.
• Engage with stakeholders and attend key meetings to represent Farrans.
• Monitor commercial performance and ensure accurate submission of records for payments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supervising engineering teams and subcontractors.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Solid knowledge of construction standards and specifications.
• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualifications (CSCS/CSR card, First Aid at Work).
• Full driving license and willingness to travel.

Equal Opportunities

Farrans are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all. Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know.

Benefits

When you come to Farrans, you can make a big impact. We love enthusiasm, new ideas and innovation. Your well‑being is our priority.

Our people are our greatest asset, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you to achieve your full potential.

Our career development opportunities provide you with a clear progression pathway, advanced education in your core subjects as well as management and leadership opportunities to excel quickly.

We understand the importance of work life balance. We offer flexible working hours (where applicable) and generous leave policies to help you maintain a healthy work‑life integration.

We know that our most important asset is our people and that is why we have invested significantly to ensure the physical and mental wellbeing of all our employees.