Site Agent

RTL Group Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

RTL Group Ltd in Birmingham seeks an experienced Site Agent to lead civil engineering projects. You will take full responsibility for planning, management and delivery to meet safety, programme, budget and quality targets on water, wastewater and infrastructure schemes.

The role offers an immediate start outside IR35 with opportunities to continue onto longer-term projects as they arise.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Site Agent in civil engineering and water/infrastructure.
• Strong planning, programming and resource management skills.
• Experience producing CPPs, RAMS, ITPs, budgets and programmes.
• Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and industry practice.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage CPPs, RAMS, ITPs, budgets and programmes.
• Plan, programme and resource works to hit milestones.
• Monitor progress and apply corrective actions where needed.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and statutory requirements.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and toolbox talks.
• Brief site teams on RAMS and safety requirements.
• Participate in SHEQ audits and client safety inspections.
• Deliver works within financial targets and maintain records.

Skills

Site management

Project planning

CPP RAMS ITP

Budget control

Health & Safety

Team leadership

Education

SMSTS

CSCS Black Card

First Aid at Work (3 day)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Site Agent to join a growing civil engineering team delivering water, wastewater, infrastructure and environmental projects in Birmingham. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the planning, management and delivery of schemes, ensuring projects are completed safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

This role offers an immediate start Outside IR35 with opportunities to continue onto further long-term projects following the initial assignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Construction Phase Plans (CPPs), RAMS, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), programmes and project budgets.
• Plan, programme and resource works effectively to achieve project milestones.
• Monitor project progress against the programme and implement corrective actions where required.
• Ensure full compliance with all company procedures and statutory requirements.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and toolbox talks.
• Brief site teams on RAMS, safe systems of work and project-specific requirements.
• Participate in regular SHEQ audits and client safety inspections.
• Ensure works are delivered efficiently and within agreed financial targets.
• Maintain accurate records of site activities, resources and project performance.

Quality Assurance

• Implement and manage quality assurance procedures.
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with specifications, drawings and contractual requirements.
• Oversee inspections, testing, commissioning and project handover activities.
• Maintain comprehensive project records and documentation.
• Manage site teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Liaise with Project Managers, Engineers, Supervisors and Client Representatives.
• Lead regular site briefings and progress meetings.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Site Agent within Civil Engineering, Water, Utilities or Infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of project planning, programming and resource management.
• Experience producing CPPs, RAMS, ITPs, budgets and programmes.
• Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and industry best practice.

Qualifications

• SMSTS (Essential)
• CSCS Black Card / NVQ Level 6 (Essential)
• 3-Day First Aid at Work (Essential)

Desirable Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• NRSWA Supervisor
• Temporary Works Coordinator
• Confined Space Training
• Appointed Person (Lifting Operations)
• Practicable Environmental Management Training