Site Agent

JN Bentley; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mott MacDonald Bentley is seeking a Site Agent to contribute to multi-disciplinary projects across a diverse client base in the Manchester region. You will manage site delivery, coordinate with design and commercial teams, and ensure work is completed safely and to required quality and budget.

You will also handle site procurement and logistics while reporting progress to clients. Ideal candidates will have civil engineering qualifications, CSCS and SMSTS/SSSTS, strong organisational and

Qualifications

• Proven ability to organise and prioritise site tasks.
• Strong communication with team members and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated problem-solving in site delivery.
• Collaborative approach with design and commercial teams.

Responsibilities

• Work with design and commercial teams to improve delivery efficiency while managing risk.
• Manage the site: safety, on-time delivery, budget, quality as per client requirements.
• Oversee site procurement, subcontractor logistics, and H&S reporting.
• Keep client informed about project progress and raise any concerns.
• Act as Temporary Works Coordinator ensuring compliance with design specs.

Skills

Excellent organisation

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

HNC / Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

CSCS card

SSSTS/SMSTS

Job description

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley to deliver award winning projects. With an annual turnover surpassing £600 million, Mott Macdonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth.

As a Site Agent working within this unit you will contribute to multi‑disciplinary projects for a diverse portfolio of clients – including the Environment Agency, Associated British Ports (ABP), Rolls Royce, Canal and River Trust, the Mining Remediation Authority, National Grid, Cadent Gas, P&G and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), as well as local authorities. These projects range from flood alleviation, water treatment and infrastructure construction to industrial buildings and gas network upgrades. You could be involved in managing site in the Cumbrian region.

The Role Of a Site Agent Includes

• Working collaboratively with the design and commercial teams to enhance delivery efficiency and promote opportunities while managing risk
• Managing the site, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, within budget and to the quality required by the client
• Involvement with site level procurement, subcontractor logistics and H&S reporting
• Informing the client about project progress and addressing any concerns
• Acting as a Temporary Works Coordinator, overseeing the installation of temporary works to ensure compliance with design specifications

What You’ll Need

• CSCS, SSSTS/ SMSTS
• HNC / Degree in Civil Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
• Understand civil engineering principles and practices
• Excellent organisation and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders
• A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across your operational region

What’s In It For You

Alongside our significant training and development investment, bespoke progression plan and support to achieve professional chartership, we offer a wide range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits that you can tailor to your needs. To view our full range of benefits, please see the Bentley benefits brochure attached.