Site Agent

Building Careers UK; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Site Agent to lead projects in Liverpool. The role involves managing site teams and ensuring project delivery to specification. Candidates should have a strong background in structural steel and excellent leadership abilities. A competitive salary of £55,000 - £60,000 plus benefits is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Site Agent role within the structural steel sector.
• Strong knowledge and experience with fabrication and installation of structural steel to EXC3 standards.
• Excellent client and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise structural steel projects on site.
• Ensure safe working practices and adherence to project programmes.
• Act as primary liaison with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Site agent experience

Knowledge of structural steel

Client management skills

Leadership abilities

Commercial awareness

Job description

About The Company

Our client is a trusted name in the structural steel industry, delivering high-quality fabrication and installation services across the Northwest and beyond. Their client base includes Tier 1 contractors and global leaders.

The Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and driven Site Agent to join their growing operations team. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, this role will lead and manage a team of Site Managers and Site Supervisors to ensure safe, efficient, and commercially successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate, and supervise structural steel projects on site.
• Oversee Site Managers and Supervisors, ensuring safe working practices and adherence to project programmes.
• Act as primary liaison with clients, stakeholders, and Tier 1 contractors.
• Ensure compliance with NEC contracts, contract programmes, and site documentation.
• Manage Early Warnings (EWN) and Compensation Events (CEs), with a strong focus on commercial awareness.
• Support pricing of works, variations, and change management.
• Oversee fabrication, delivery, and installation of structural steel to Execution Class 3 (EXC3) standards.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in a Site Agent role within the structural steel sector.
• Strong knowledge and experience with fabrication and installation of structural steel to EXC3 standards.
• Familiarity with NEC contracts, EWN, CEs, and pricing works.
• Excellent client and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities to manage site teams effectively.
• Commercial awareness and ability to contribute to project profitability.
• Flexibility to travel across the Northwest and further afield when required.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary of £55,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience) + package.
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays.
• Opportunity to work with prestigious clients on major projects.
• Supportive environment with career progression opportunities.

What you need to do now

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