Site Agent

Fawkes and Reece; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes and Reece is seeking a freelance Site Agent to join their Thames Valley programme, covering North Hampshire and Surrey. You will manage site staff and subcontractors, develop and monitor programmes, and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

The ideal candidate will hold a Civil Engineering degree (HND/HNC/BEng) or NVQ Level 6, with SMSTS and CSCS. A First Aid at Work qualification is desirable, and a UK driving licence with willingness to travel across the

Qualifications

• Experience managing civil engineering projects for main contractors.
• Up-to-date SMSTS qualification and CSCS card required.
• First Aid at Work qualification desirable.
• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent (HND/HNC/BEng) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage site staff, operatives, and subcontractors.
• Prepare and monitor programmes of work.
• Provide method statements, risk assessments, and project management plans.
• Understand tender allowances and monitor contract costs against budgets.
• Engage sub-contractors and administer contract changes.
• Inform and involve local groups; maintain client relations.
• Ensure safety, quality and environmental policies are followed.

Skills

Staff management

Site supervision

Budget monitoring

Safety compliance

Education

HND/HNC/BEng or equivalent

NVQ level 6

Tools

CSCS card

SMSTS

First Aid at Work

UK driving licence

Job description

Reference: AW -005_1784189883
Posted: July 16, 2026

My client is a Leading Civil Engineering Contractor.

Due to continued growth, the position of Site Agent has become available to join their successful team based in the Thames Valley region in North Hampshire / Surrey.

This is a freelance position with at least 6 months duration and the potential for a long run of work for the right individual.

Key Responsibilities

• Management of site staff operatives and sub-contractors.
• Preparing and monitoring programmes of work
• Provide method statements, hazard risk assessments and project management plans.
• Understand tender allowances and monitor contract costs against agreed budgets.
• Assessment and engagement of sub-contractors.
• Understand and administer contract change.
• Inform, consult, and involve local groups as necessary.
• Foster good relations and reputation with clients.
• Promote and ensure all work complies with safety, quality and environmental policies and the requirements of the company procedures.

Already experienced as a Sub Agent or a Site Agent you will have a relevant industry qualification (HND/ HNC/ BEng) or equivalent, an up-to-date SMSTS qualification, and appropriate CSCS card. A First Aid at Work qualification is desirable.

You will also have experience of managing civil engineering projects with a main contractor including reinforced concrete works, drainage and structures.

Experienced in people management and motivation of staff.

A good organiser, both of self and others with the ability to think in advance.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Due to the nature of the role a full UK driving license is essential and the successful candidate will be happy to travel throughout our Southern Region. A First Aid at Work qualification would also be desirable.

Requirements

• A degree in Civil Engineering or another relevant subject matter (Ideally)
• NVQ level 6 qualifications and above will be considered
• Extensive experience from an Engineer upwards of Civil Engineering Projects