Site Agent

MJ Church Contracting; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a skilled Site Agent to lead complex projects in a secure environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity for professionals eager to make an impact in civil engineering and temporary works coordination. You will manage critical aspects of high-value projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency while leading a dynamic team. With a focus on personal and professional growth, this position allows you to thrive in a results-oriented atmosphere. If you're ready to take on a challenging role with significant responsibilities and rewards, this opportunity is tailored for you.

Benefits

Car allowance/company vehicle

On-site parking

Company pension

Holiday buy and sell scheme

Qualifications

• Strong civil engineering experience from Tier 1 or major infrastructure projects.
• Essential CITB Temporary Works Coordinator qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Manage temporary works packages and support structural construction activities.
• Coordinate with engineers to ensure compliance and oversee proprietary TW systems.

Skills

Civil Engineering Experience

Temporary Works Coordination

Contract Administration

Team Leadership

Commercial Awareness

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering

CITB Temporary Works Coordinator Qualification

Tools

NEC4

RAMS

Job description

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Who are MJ Church

MJ Church is a leading Civil Engineering and Earthworks contractor operating across England. We deliver projects valued between £100,000 and £60 million for public and private sector clients across diverse industries. Alongside our core construction services, we have a growing waste management business expanding across the Southwest and Wales.

Joining MJ Church offers an exciting and challenging opportunity for driven individuals seeking professional and personal growth in a dynamic, results-focused environment.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Site Agent to join our project team at Devonport, Plymouth, a technically complex, high-value scheme in a secure and regulated environment.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will take responsibility for delivering key elements of the project, with a focus on managing temporary works and supporting structural construction activities. The role will involve both strategic coordination and hands-on site leadership.

As Site Agent, you will:

• Manage established temporary works packages, including sheet piled and secant piled cofferdams.
• Lead on development of new TW solutions (e.g. formwork), working with TW designers and our structural engineer.
• Liaise closely with the Main Contractor’s TW Engineers and design reviewers to ensure compliance.
• Oversee proprietary TW systems for drainage, excavation, and obstruction removal.
• Support contract administration, including EWN, NCE and programme updates under NEC4.
• Assist the planner in producing Clause 62 notifications and updating Clause 32 submissions.
• Plan resources, coordinate plant and materials, and monitor progress against programme.
• Produce lookahead programmes, review RAMS, and attend client, progress and cost review meetings.

Who you are

You bring strong civil engineering experience from Tier 1 or major infrastructure projects. You understand temporary works coordination and contract processes, and work collaboratively to deliver safely and efficiently. You are confident coordinating temporary works activities and enjoy leading teams in a dynamic environment.

• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• CITB Temporary Works Coordinator qualification (essential).
• SMSTS, CSCS (Gold or Black), First Aid.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary civil engineering works.
• Strong knowledge of NEC4, with experience issuing EWNs, NCEs, and contract notifications.
• Commercially aware, with experience supporting quotations and records.

What we offer

• Salary up to £65,000 per annum
• Car allowance/company vehicle
• On-site parking
• Company pension
• Holiday buy and sell scheme

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Construction and Civil Engineering