Site Agent

Abatec Recruitment; Nether Stowey; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in the South West is looking for a Site Agent to manage infrastructure improvement projects across Somerset. This role involves ensuring project delivery aligns with customer requirements and costs while fostering a high-performance culture. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering and NVQ Level 6 or above, along with SMSTS certification and a valid UK driving license. Competitive salary of £55,000 - £65,000 and additional benefits are offered.

Benefits

Car allowance or company vehicle

Competitive package

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience.
• NVQ Level 6 (or above) in a construction-related discipline.
• Valid SMSTS certification.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction site delivery in line with customer requirements.
• Foster a collaborative culture across teams and clients.
• Prepare safety and quality documentation in advance.
• Identify and manage change and additional works.
• Create an innovative and efficient work environment.
• Develop a team of up to 10 direct reports.

Skills

Leadership skills

Risk management

Change management

Innovation

Education

Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering

NVQ Level 6 in a construction-related discipline

Tools

SMSTS

CPCS card

Job description

Our client, a leading civil engineering contractor with a strong commitment to sustainable development and community-focused delivery, is seeking a Site Agent to join their growing team in the South West.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to join a progressive business that has experienced impressive growth across the region and is set for further expansion. If you're motivated by clear career progression and thrive in a supportive, forward-thinking environment - this could be the perfect next step in your career.

You will be involved in delivering a variety of infrastructure improvement projects across the region, focusing on highways, public realm, and active travel schemes. This is a site-focused position operating throughout Somerset and surrounding areas.

As a Site Agent you will:

• Manage the construction site to ensure delivery in line with customer requirements, project programmes, and cost targets.
• Lead by example, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture across the team, supply chain, and client representatives.
• Plan and prepare all safety and quality documentation in advance of works, ensuring a proactive approach to risk management and compliance.
• Identify, capture, and manage change and additional works in collaboration with the project and commercial teams.
• Create a dynamic and solution-focused environment that promotes innovation, efficiency, and sustainable delivery.
• Manage and develop a team of up to 10 direct reports.

Our client requires a Site Agent with:

• Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience.
• NVQ Level 6 (or above) in a construction-related discipline.
• SMSTS
• Appointed Person CPCS card (Desirable) and Temporary Works Coordinator (desirable)
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Salary and benefits include:

• 55,000 - 65,000 per annum
• Car allowance or company vehicle
• + Competitive package

If you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Lloyd Barham on (phone number removed). The reference for this vacancy is (phone number removed).

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