Site Agent

Randstad NV; East Midlands, West Midlands; In loco; GBP 63.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Car allowance

Annual bonus

Discretionary bonus (May)

Hotel accommodation

Meal allowance

Pension 7.5%

26 days holiday + BH

Descrizione del lavoro

Randstad CPE is sourcing experienced Site Agents to lead civils and infrastructure projects across Midlands, Cambridgeshire, and surrounding regions. You will manage day-to-day site operations, coordinate with engineers and subcontractors, and ensure delivery against schedules and budgets.

The role requires a proven track record on S278, highways schemes, or bridge works, with HNC/HND/degree in Civil Engineering, valid CSCS (Manager/Professional), SMSTS, and a full UK driving licence.

Competenze

• HNC, HND, or Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent technical background).
• Valid CSCS Card (Manager/Professional Level), SMSTS, and First Aid at Work certifications.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel/relocate across regional project sites as business requirements dictate.

Mansioni

• Site Operational Leadership: Manage day-to-day site operations, directing subcontractors, engineers, and site personnel to maintain smooth delivery against project schedules.
• Commercial & Technical Coordination: Work alongside Sub Agents, Senior Engineers, and Commercial Managers to monitor progress, control variations, and ensure delivery within budget.
• Quality & Engineering Integrity: Oversee execution of civils packages-including major S278 works, dual carriageway roundabouts, earthworks, structural retaining walls, bridges, and primary drainage.
• Health, Safety & Environment: Enforce strict HSE standards, conduct site inductions, approve RAMS, and maintain a proactive safety culture across site teams.
• Client & Stakeholder Management: Serve as a primary technical contact on site for clients, local highways authorities, and external stakeholders.

Conoscenze

Site management

Communication

Multidisciplinary team leadership

Health & safety leadership

Formazione

HNC/HND/Degree in Civil Eng or Construction Mgmt

Strumenti

none

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Opportunity

A leading UK Main Contractor is seeking experienced and driven Site Agents (x2-x3) to join their growing Infrastructure and Civils team. As a major contractor across the UK, the company delivers flagship projects spanning large-scale S278 works, major highway enhancements, bridge construction/modifications, earthworks, drainage, and civils infrastructure enabling major commercial developments.

Positions are available across active key project areas and upcoming high-value schemes, including major highway infrastructure, S278 packages (£15m-£40m+), and major private development schemes across the Midlands, Cambridgeshire, and surrounding regions. Flexibility and willingness to travel are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Operational Leadership: Manage day-to-day site operations, directing subcontractors, engineers, and site personnel to maintain smooth delivery against project schedules.
• Commercial & Technical Coordination: Work alongside Sub Agents, Senior Engineers, and Commercial Managers to monitor progress, control variations, and ensure delivery within budget.
• Quality & Engineering Integrity: Oversee execution of civils packages-including major S278 works, dual carriageway roundabouts, earthworks, structural retaining walls, bridges, and primary drainage.
• Health, Safety & Environment: Enforce strict HSE standards, conduct site inductions, approve RAMS, and maintain a proactive safety culture across site teams.
• Client & Stakeholder Management: Serve as a primary technical contact on site for clients, local highways authorities, and external stakeholders.

Candidate Profile & Experience

• Proven track record as a Site Agent or experienced Sub Agent delivering Tier 1 or top-tier Tier 2 civils and infrastructure schemes.
• Demonstrated experience in major S278/highways schemes, bridge works, heavy earthworks, or complex enabling infrastructure packages.
• Background with respected Tier 1/2 contractors (e.g., Balfour Beatty, Costain, Galliford Try, Galldris, or equivalent regional leaders).
• High drive, excellent communication skills, and adaptability to lead multidisciplinary site teams.

Essential Qualifications & Mobility

• HNC, HND, or Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent technical background).
• Valid CSCS Card (Manager/Professional Level), SMSTS, and First Aid at Work certifications.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel/relocate across regional project sites as business requirements dictate.

Remuneration & Benefits Package

• Base Salary: £63,000 - £65,000
• Car Allowance: £500 - £550 / month
• Guaranteed Bonus: 4% in November contractually written
• Discretionary Bonus: Additional performance bonus in May
• Holiday Allowance: 26 days + Bank Holidays
• Pension Contribution: 7.5% employer contribution (with 5% employee match)
• Lodge & Travel Allowance: Fully paid hotel accommodation + £30/night meal allowance provided when staying away. Eligible for full lodge allowance (£750/month total, taxable) when staying away 4 nights/week for 4 weeks.

Selection & Interview Process

The client operates a structured and streamlined selection process for permanent hires:

• Stage 1: Initial Microsoft Teams interview with the Operations Manager / PM.
• Stage 2: In-person interview (technical and cultural assessment).
• Formal Offer: Director sign-off stage. Note: Please allow up to 2 weeks post-interview for formal sign-off.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

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