Site Agent

Sphere Solutions; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car/allowance

Private medical cover

Life assurance

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Living away allowance

Long-term career opportunities

Job summary

Sphere Solutions in Oxfordshire is seeking an experienced Site Agent (Structures) to lead the delivery of major highways structural works on a high-profile civil engineering project. You will drive on-site operations, ensure safety and quality, and coordinate engineers and subcontractors to achieve programme targets.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you’ll manage day-to-day activities, maintain strong communication with planning, commercial and engineering teams, and ensure project milestones

Qualifications

• Previous site agent or senior site engineer experience on civil structures.
• Experience delivering structural works on highways or major infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and construction delivery.
• HNC/HND or degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site delivery of structural works and ensure safety, quality and programme adherence.
• Lead site engineers and coordinate subcontractors to meet targets.
• Assist with planning, programming and resource allocation.
• Maintain site records, reports and project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Site management

Contract knowledge

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Site Agent - Structures

Permanent | Oxfordshire

Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits Package

An established and highly respected civil engineering contractor is looking to recruit an experienced Site Agent (Structures) to join the team on a major highways infrastructure project in Oxfordshire.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of complex structural works, working as part of a collaborative project team on a high-profile civil engineering scheme. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving site operations, maintaining programme, quality and safety standards, while leading engineers and coordinating subcontractors throughout the construction phase.

The Role

Reporting to the Project Manager, you'll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of structural works, ensuring construction activities are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme and budget requirements.

You'll lead site teams, coordinate resources, oversee subcontractors and maintain strong communication with the commercial, planning and engineering functions to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the safe and efficient delivery of structural works on site.
• Lead and mentor Site Engineers and Section Engineers.
• Assist with project planning, programming and resource allocation.
• Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers to ensure programme objectives are achieved.
• Monitor progress, quality and productivity, implementing corrective actions where required.
• Maintain accurate site records, reports and project documentation.
• Work closely with commercial teams to support contractual and cost reporting.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Chair and attend regular site coordination meetings.
• Support project commissioning, completion and final handover.

About You

We're looking for a proactive Site Agent with a strong background in civil engineering and structural projects, who enjoys leading teams and delivering technically challenging infrastructure schemes.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience as a Site Agent or Senior Section Engineer within a civil engineering contractor.
• Experience delivering structural works on highways or major infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and construction delivery.
• HNC, HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Experience on National Highways or major highways frameworks.
• Temporary Works Coordinator qualification.
• CPCS Appointed Person (Lifting Operations).
• AutoCAD experience.
• Strong planning and programme management skills.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary with an attractive benefits package.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Private medical cover and life assurance.
• Generous holiday entitlement and pension scheme.
• Living away allowance where applicable.
• Long-term career opportunities with a well-established civil engineering contractor.
• The chance to work on a flagship infrastructure project with an experienced delivery team.