Site Agent

Sphere Solutions; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sphere Solutions in South Wales is seeking a Site Agent to oversee civil engineering projects and lead multidisciplinary teams on site.

You will drive project delivery, safety, cost control and client satisfaction while mentoring staff and ensuring compliance with Health & Safety legislation.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering civil engineering projects.
• Strong leadership and planning skills.
• Ability to manage change controls and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the successful delivery of projects from planning to execution, with focus on safety, quality, commercial viability and client satisfaction.
• Adhere to Health & Safety, environmental standards and quality control requirements.
• Contribute to project cash flow and margins through effective planning, reporting and forecasting of finances.
• Promote a culture of Health, Safety and Environment across all project stages.
• Develop strong client relationships to ensure quality, safety and repeat business opportunities.
• Drive efficient resource allocation including equipment, facilities, purchasing and labour on site.
• Build and develop a high-performing team through recruitment, training and performance management.

Skills

Team leadership

Project planning

Change control

Cost management

Driving license

Job description

Site Agent

South Wales

Permanent Salary + Benefits Package

As a Site Agent, you will play a key role in overseeing various civil engineering projects while leading and coordinating a multidiscipline team. Your responsibilities will span a range of business areas, providing you with a unique and fulfilling experience not commonly found in larger organisations. You will take ownership of your assigned projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take full responsibility for the successful delivery of projects, from planning to execution, with a focus on safety, quality, commercial viability, and client satisfaction.
• Strict adherence to all relevant legislation, internal policies, and procedures, particularly with regards to Health & Safety, environmental standards, and quality control.
• Contribute to the overall business cash flow and margin by effectively managing, planning, reporting, and forecasting project finances.
• Health, Safety, and Environment: Drive and promote a culture of excellence in Health, Safety, Quality, and the Environment throughout all project stages.
• Cultivate strong customer relationships to guarantee exceptional quality, safety, and foster repeat business opportunities.
• Resource Management: Implement efficient project resource allocation, including equipment, site facilities, purchasing, and labour.
• Build and develop a high-performing team by recruiting, training, and engaging team members while providing performance management and continuous development opportunities.

Essential:

• Demonstrated experience in successfully managing civil engineering projects across various sectors.

The Candidate:

• Proficient in supervising and coordinating multiple multidisciplinary teams
• Skilled in project planning, control mechanisms, and effective management and resolution of change controls.
• Strong financial acumen, ensuring prudent cost management and optimised resource allocation.
• Exhibit strong leadership qualities, guiding the team towards project success.
• In-depth knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation.
• Full and valid driving license