Site Agent

Fawkes and Reece; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Site Agent to join their team in Peterborough. This role involves taking ownership of on-site delivery for various civil engineering projects, particularly in highways and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in site management, ensuring safety and quality while liaising with subcontractors and clients. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to impactful projects within the Eastern Highways Alliance while working in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in civil engineering site roles.
• Experience with highways and local authority projects.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing on-site works, including highways maintenance and new highway construction.
• Managing subcontractors, site teams, and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

CSCS Certification

SMSTS Certification

First Aid Certification

Tools

CDM Regulations

Job description

Location: Peterborough
Salary: £60K- £75K per Year
Contract: Permanent
Type: Full Time

Reference: SA - PET - HR_1746522437
Posted: May 6, 2025

We are looking to recruit a proactive and experienced Site Agent to join a team working on the Eastern Highways Alliance based in Peterborough. The ideal candidate will be an individual who has prior knowledge and experience in the civil engineering sector, specifically in highways, infrastructure, or local authority projects.

About the role of Site Agent

The current role will require the Site Agent to take ownership of the on-site delivery of works within the Eastern Highways Alliance. These projects are to be in and around the Peterborough area. A successful Site Agent will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations on-site, ensuring safety, quality, and progress, as well as being a key point of contact for subcontractors, suppliers, and client representatives.

Responsibilities for Site Agent

• Overseeing on-site works, including highways maintenance and new highway construction
• Managing subcontractors, site teams, temporary works, and stakeholder engagement
• Implementing site programmes and cost estimates to assist Project Managers
• Ensuring health and safety compliance, conducting daily briefings and site inspections
• Monitoring site progress against project plans and reporting to senior management
• Managing site documentation, permits, and compliance with CDM regulations
• Liaising with clients and professional stakeholders to ensure expectations are met
• Ensuring delivery is in line with quality procedures and specifications (including ITPs, RAMS, WPPs, Task Briefs)
• Supporting site reporting and KPIs to the Site Delivery Team

Requirements for Site Agent

• Proven experience in civil engineering site roles
• Experience with highways and local authority projects
• CSCS, SMSTS, and First Aid certifications
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Working knowledge of CDM Regulations and quality systems

To find out more about this Site Agent role, please reply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Hugo Rodrigues in our London Office on 07856 918080.