Site Agent

Colas Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Site Agent to lead project delivery in Newcastle upon Tyne. This exciting role involves ensuring safety compliance, managing client relationships, and overseeing project finances. You'll be instrumental in delivering high-quality construction projects, particularly in highway maintenance and winter operations. The company offers a competitive salary, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for professional development. If you're ready to contribute your expertise to a dynamic team and take on new challenges, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Company Car / Car Allowance

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

25 Days Annual Leave

Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme

Professional Qualification Funding

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a Site Agent role with experience in highway construction.
• Strong expertise in Winter Maintenance Operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project delivery ensuring safety and compliance.
• Manage financial performance and client relationships.

Skills

Highway Construction

Client Relationship Management

Safety Compliance

Project Management

Education

ONC/HNC/HND in Construction or Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

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Colas Ltd have an exciting opportunity for a Site Agent to join the team on a 16 month FTC based in Rothbury Terrace, Heaton, Newcastle, NE6 5DE. Safe & Efficient delivery of all secured works ensuring management of Key Client expectations and ongoing liaison of all works, whilst ensuring the compliance with all Quality procedures and safe working practices undertaking all works to the highest possible Health, Safety and environmental standards, whilst safeguarding the wellbeing of all employees.

Main Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Site Agent to oversee the safe and efficient delivery of projects. As a Site Agent, you will be responsible for managing the financial performance of contracts, ensuring work is completed to budget, and maintaining strong client relationships through regular meetings and site visits, ensure all site records and timesheets are checked and signed and issued within required timescales, ensure thorough management of all labour, plant, materials and subcontractors allowing planning, order placement and availability when required, assistance with the development and updating of regular activity programmes for all contract responsibilities in accordance with client requirement, assist and uphold discipline within the business always ensuring company compliance. Your primary duties will include ensuring the safety and welfare of all operatives, conducting safety observations, and delivering toolbox talks. You will manage site safety by ensuring compliance with method statements, risk assessments, and all CDM regulations, while promoting a culture of safety and adherence to company procedures. You will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of projects, particularly in Winter Maintenance Operations and Structures and Maintenance operations.

In addition, as a Site Agent you will be responsible for supervising subcontractors, ensuring proper induction and training for all personnel, and maintaining accurate site records and timesheets. Strong commercial and contractual awareness, along with the ability to manage both site and office duties effectively, will be essential.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have a relevant ONC/HNC/HND qualification in Construction or Civil Engineering, along with at least 3 years of experience in a similar role. You should possess a high level of expertise in highway construction and maintenance, including experience in Winter Maintenance Operations and Structures and Maintenance operations. Key qualifications include a CSCS Professionally Qualified card, SMSTS/IOSH (Safety Related Qualification), and a full clean driving license. Strong knowledge of business management systems and proficiency in using Microsoft Project to track performance is also essential. If you are ready to take on new challenges and contribute your expertise to a dynamic team.

Package Description

Here at Colas, we offer a great total compensation package, including:

• A salary between £45,000 and £50,000 (dependent on experience) PLUS Company car / car allowance
• Our Colas Pension Scheme has combined contributions of up to 10%
• Life Assurance Scheme which is x4 basic salary
• 25 days annual leave per year + Public Holidays
• Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme
• Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role)
• Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification
• Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Engineering, and Other

• Industries

  Construction, Civil Engineering, and Repair and Maintenance

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