Site Agent

First Technical Recruitment; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Agent to oversee a site-based project in Plymouth. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' experience in construction, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This role offers the chance to be involved in a key UK infrastructure programme, ensuring safe and high-quality delivery while managing subcontractor activities and risks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience as an Agent or 2+ years as a Senior Engineer in site-based construction.
• Strong leadership and coordination skills in a multi-stakeholder environment.
• Excellent understanding of Health & Safety, Quality, and Risk Management.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in a client-facing role, promoting Safety and Quality.
• Coordinate subcontractor activities and chair progress meetings.
• Review drawings ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Identify and manage risks, maintaining the Risk Register.
• Support training and development for site staff.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Coordination skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Quality Management knowledge

Risk Management knowledge

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Vocational training in Construction/Engineering

Tools

BIM / Digital tools such as Autodesk

Scheduling software (Aphex, Primavera P6)

Job description

Job Purpose

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Agent to join our clients site-based project in the South West, where they are a delivery partner on a key UK infrastructure programme.

This is a unique opportunity to be involved in one of the most complex and challenging projects in the country, where you will be responsible for overseeing construction at site level and ensuring safe, high-quality delivery.

As an Agent, you'll play a key leadership role within the site team, driving performance, collaboration, and compliance across all project activities.

Key Responsibilities

Provide leadership and management in a client-facing role, promoting a positive culture with key values and behaviours of Safety and Quality.

Coordinate subcontractor activities, including chairing regular coordination and progress meetings.

Report to Senior Leadership Teams across multiple project organisational functions.

Liaise with cross-functional site teams to enable and progress works efficiently.

Identify and manage risks and opportunities, maintaining the Risk Register with relevant project functions.

Review and scrutinise drawings and technical documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, company policy, and best practice throughout construction and commissioning.

Support training and development for subcontractors, site supervisors, and workforce.

Oversee H&S and progress meetings, ensuring all project documentation is completed for handover.

Assist in detailed scheduling and programming of site activities with subcontractors and the site team.

The Agent will be a key link between field operations, subcontractors, and senior management, ensuring technical integrity and smooth delivery of work packages.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Essential

• Minimum 5+ years' experience as an Agent or 2+ years as a Senior Engineer in a site-based construction environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills in a complex, multi-stakeholder setting.
• Excellent understanding of Health & Safety, Quality, and Risk Management processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related IT tools.
• Degree, HNC, or HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience) and vocational training in Construction / Engineering.
• Valid CSCS card.

Desirable

• Experience using BIM / Digital tools such as Autodesk and / or Bentley.
• Knowledge of scheduling software (Aphex, Primavera P6, etc.).
• Awareness or qualification in Behavioural Science / Safety.
• Project Management training (APM, Prince2, etc.).
• Nuclear sector training (Triple Bar).
• Safety qualifications such as SMSTS or IOSH.
• Additional site-based certifications (e.g., Temporary Works Coordinator / Supervisor, Lifting Appointed Person, Confined Spaces – Medium Risk).
• Working towards or holding Chartered status with a relevant professional institution.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for any Agent looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.