Site Agent

Volkerrail Group; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Competitive annual leave

Private medical care

Pension

Career development

Job summary

VolkerStevin, part of VolkerWessels UK, is recruiting a Site Agent to lead a major National Grid transmission/substation project in the UK, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery. You will coordinate civil engineering, construction and supply chain teams on live substations, implement NEC3/NEC4 contract processes, and provide visible leadership on site.

This role demands a proactive construction leader with a degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and membership in

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading site delivery on large infrastructure or energy projects.
• Experience in live 275kV/400kV substations.
• Familiar with National Grid safety rules and assurance frameworks.
• Membership with ICE, CIOB or APM is preferred.
• IOSH or NEBOSH health and safety qualifications.
• Strong planning, programme management and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Own safety, schedule, cost and quality of a major section of works on a substation project.
• Coordinate engineering, construction, supply chain and QA teams on site.
• Ensure delivery on programme and to high standards.
• Lead on-site collaboration with stakeholders and manage on-site risks.

Skills

Site leadership

Programme management

Stakeholder management

NEC3/NEC4 knowledge

Safety leadership

CSCS/EUSR card

Planning & execution

Team coordination

Education

Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group’s business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service.

We're looking for an experienced Site Agent to join our growing Energy business, supporting the successful delivery of major National Grid transmission and substation projects across the UK.

As a Site Agent, you will take ownership of the safe, efficient and commercially successful delivery of a major section of works, multiple work packages or a principal construction operation within a substation environment. You'll provide visible leadership on site, coordinating engineering, construction, supply chain and quality teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and to the highest standards.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering critical energy infrastructure projects that will support the UK's transition to a more sustainable future.

About you

You’ll be a proactive and confident construction leader with a strong background in large-scale civil engineering or energy infrastructure projects. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex challenges and can motivate teams to deliver exceptional results.

• A degree, HNC or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Significant experience as a Site Agent, Agent or senior delivery professional on major infrastructure or energy projects.
• Experience working within live 275kV or 400kV substation environments.
• Knowledge of National Grid safety rules and assurance frameworks.
• Professional membership with ICE, CIOB or APM.
• Temporary Works Coordinator and/or Appointed Person competence.
• IOSH or NEBOSH health and safety qualifications
• Strong understanding of NEC3/NEC4 contracts and change management processes.
• SMSTS and an appropriate CSCS/EUSR management card.
• Excellent planning, programme management and leadership skills.
• The ability to manage multiple stakeholders and build strong working relationships.

If your past experience doesn’t match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.

Why work with us?

VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
• Option to buy additional annual leave
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
• Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
• Employee Assistance
• Flexible working opportunities programme
• Mental health, physical health, and financial support
• 24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

If you need support with your application, please contact us at [e-mail]

Additional information

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.